Witch Hunts: Fear, Lies, & the True History of Witch Hunts (History with a Side of Humor) by Karrie Davis

If witches were real, witch hunts might make sense. Unfortunately… they weren’t.In this engaging middle-grade nonfiction book, young readers explore the true history of witch hunts—from Europe to colonial America—and discover how ordinary people became convinced that magic was real and their neighbors were dangerous.Through real historical cases, strange “evidence,” and moments that will leave readers scratching their heads, this book shows how fear spreads, how groupthink takes over, and what happens when critical thinking disappears.

Along the way, kids learn why people confessed to crimes they didn’t commit and how courts punished others without proof.Written especially for curious readers ages 9–15, WITCH HUNTS blends history with humor while encouraging essential skills like questioning sources, thinking critically, and standing up for fairness.

It also helps young readers connect the lessons of the past to modern life—because panic, rumors, and false accusations didn’t disappear with pointy hats.Perfect for fans of kid-friendly history, classroom nonfiction, and learning that keeps kids laughing, this is an essential addition to home libraries, classrooms, and school reading lists.