Books like Fourth graders don't believe in witches by Terri Fields

Allan, a curious fourth grader, scoffs at his new neighbor Mrs. Mullins when she insists she is a witch. His dismissal is quickly challenged by a cascade of bizarre events that sweep his world into supernatural confusion. Among the most startling moments is a mountain of green jelly that rolls directly into Mrs. Mullins’ house, transforming Allan’s skepticism into a reluctant acceptance of the impossible. As the surprises multiply, Allan must grapple with the nature of truth and the limits of his own beliefs, all while navigating the strange and whimsical realities that can sometimes hide in plain sight. The story blends humor with a gentle exploration of what it means to trust one's instincts and the difference between fact and fiction. Through Allan’s journey, readers are invited to question the stories they tell themselves and to recognize that sometimes the most unexpected truths can arrive in the most unconventional forms.

First publish date: 1989