Top 10 Halloween Books for Kids
Halloween is a fun time of year, especially for kids who love spooky stories! In the last five years, there have been many new books that bring the spirit of Halloween to life. Here are the ten best Halloween books for kids, filled with tricks, treats, and some delightful scares.
Top 10 Halloween Books for Kids
“The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt” by Riel Nason (2020)
This sweet and funny story is about a little ghost who feels different from the others because he is a quilt, not a sheet. The story shows how being different can be special, even on Halloween night.
“Ghosts Are People Too” by Peter Ricq (2021)
This book is about a ghost who wants to explain that ghosts aren’t always spooky! It’s a fun and silly read for kids who want to learn more about friendly ghosts and their lives.
“Hardly Haunted” by Jessie Sima (2021)
In this heartwarming story, a haunted house feels lonely. She tries to hide her spooky side, but in the end, she learns that being haunted makes her special. The illustrations are beautiful, making it a great Halloween read.
“Room on the Broom: A Push, Pull, and Slide Book” by Julia Donaldson (2021)
Based on the popular book Room on the Broom, this version is perfect for younger readers. It’s interactive, with tabs to pull and slides to move, making Halloween extra fun.
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“Vampenguin” by Lucy Ruth Cummins (2022)
This story is about a vampire family who goes to the zoo, but their baby, Vampenguin, switches places with a penguin! It’s a fun, silly book that kids will love, especially around Halloween.
“A Spoonful of Frogs” by Casey Lyall (2022)
A witch tries to make her favorite recipe, frog soup, but the frogs just won’t cooperate! This book is full of humor and perfect for young readers who enjoy funny, light-hearted Halloween stories.
“How to Catch a Witch” by Alice Walstead (2023)
In this exciting Halloween story, kids try to catch a witch! It’s part of the popular How to Catch series and has lots of rhymes and fun action for kids who love adventure.
“Beneath the Bed and Other Scary Stories” by Max Brallier (2021)
This collection of short, spooky stories is perfect for kids who want a bit more of a scare. Each story is just the right amount of spooky without being too scary.
“There’s a Ghost in this House” by Oliver Jeffers (2021)
This playful picture book invites kids to find ghosts hiding in a house. The interactive design with transparent pages lets kids hunt for ghosts themselves!
“Scaredy Cat” by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein (2023)
This is a funny chapter book about a group of talking pets trying to solve a mystery on Halloween night. It’s great for early readers who enjoy adventure and a little bit of spookiness.
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These books are perfect for Halloween, offering just the right mix of fun, adventure, and a little spook! Happy reading!
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