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"Dark at the Foot of the Stairs" by Eileen Moore is a children's book about a boy named Tommy Cotton who discovers a very large spider living in his house. The spider, which comes from Jamaica, has an enormous appetite and enjoys eating bananas, frogs, and hiding in the dark area at the foot of the stairs. The story follows Tommy as he deals with this unusual oversized arachnid that could be lurking just about anywhere in his home.
Quick Summary
A gigantic spider with an appetite for bananas and frogs might be hiding anywhere in the house, from the basement to under the bed, and Tommy knows exactly where it wants to be. Kids will giggle at the absurdly specific creature preferences while shivering at the mystery of what happens in "the dark at the foot of the stairs." If your kid loves the spooky humor of "Goosebumps" or the wild creature surprises in "Hilo," they'll eat this right up. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who enjoy quick, creepy, and totally ridiculous stories.