Franklin in the Dark by Paulette Bourgeois has repetitive text and a transparent story structure, which may help some children with comprehension. Franklin becomes fearful of his small, dark, shell. He's certain that it's inhabited by creepy, slippery things and monsters--an eel, large insect, and crocodile. It's admirable that Franklin asks for help! How nice to have a main character talk about his fear. His own private battle is like what others are experiencing. He is not alone. Franklin tackles his own problem with a brave new point of view.
