13 Best Halloween Picture Books for Kids
Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to get your little ones into the spooky spirit than with a stack of delightful Halloween picture books?
We’ve compiled a list of the 13 Best Halloween books for kids, sure to enchant and entertain young readers of all ages.
Whether your looking for something for home or a classroom read aloud. For preschool, kindergarten, or early elementary. We’ve got a great Halloween book for you!
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If you need a Halloween book, “My Monster Mama Loves Me So” is a cute story all about how a little monsters mama shows her love. It’s a fun story to read with your kids
We love all the grumpy monkey stories at our house and this new Halloween version is no different. Give “Grumpy Monkey: Don’t Be Scared” a try!
“The Itsy Bitsy Pumpkin” is definitely geared towards toddler or preschool age. It’s a fun, easy read set to the tune of row, row, row your boat.
“There’s a Witch in your book” is the perfect Halloween read aloud. Like the other books by this author it’s an interactive story that encourages kids to participate.
My kids love books by Jean Reagan! They are always funny and entertaining and “How to Scare a ghost” is no different!
“Room on the Broom” has become a popular Halloween tale. It’s a fun read and includes lots of animals, even a dragon, which kids will love. How many creatures will they fit on that broom?!
Getting ready to “Pick a Pumpkin“? Then you need to read this book first. It takes kids through picking, carving, and displaying a pumpkin so they’ll be ready for their own pumpkin adventure.
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“Runaway Pumpkins” is about a class trip to a pumpkin patch that doesn’t exactly go as planned. Find out how the kids will overcome their pumpkin disappointment.
A black cat story is a must for Halloween. Find out why this cat loves Halloween in “Moonlight: The Halloween Cat”.
Who says snowmen can’t enjoy Halloween too?! Follow their antics in this fun tale “Snowmen at Halloween“.
“Turkey trick or treat” is a funny story. The turkey and his friends want Halloween candy too! Find out all the different tricks they try in order to get some treats.
“Pumpkin Day at the Zoo” actually takes place just after Halloween. Did you know many animal rescues will take whole pumpkins after the holiday is over?! Find out just how much the animals love those pumpkins is this cute story that might encourage your kids to donate pumpkins too!
Our last recommendations is to choose a Halloween tale based on your kids favorite characters right now! Most kids series have a Halloween book or two. My kids love Gabby’s Dollhouse right now so they’ll love “Tricks and Treats“.
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