The Most Popular Halloween Books for Kids and Young Readers!
Here’s a list of the most popular Halloween books for kids and young readers, featuring spooky fun, friendly ghosts, and delightful adventures that make Halloween reading a treat!
1. Room on the Broom🧙 by Julia Donaldson
A story about a kind witch and her cat who invite several animals to join them on their broom, with a wonderful message about friendship and teamwork.
2. The Little Ghost👻 Who Was a Quilt by Riel Nason
This heartwarming story features a ghost who is a quilt, not a sheet like his friends, showing how being different can be special.
3. The Spooky Wheels on the Bus by J. Elizabeth Mills
A Halloween twist on the cla
ssic children’s song, with monsters, witches, and goblins joining the ride.
4. Creepy Carrots!🥕 by Aaron Reynolds
This hilarious and slightly spooky story about a rabbit who thinks carrots are following him is perfect for giggles and suspense.
5. The Berenstain Bears🧸 Trick or Treat by Stan and Jan Berenstain
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Follow Brother and Sister Bear as they go trick-or-treating and learn about kindness during Halloween.
6. How to Catch a Monster👹 by Adam Wallace
In this fun Halloween adventure, kids learn about bravery as they try to catch a monster, with colorful illustrations and a funny twist.
7. Scaredy-Cat🙀, Splat! by Rob Scotton
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Splat the Cat wants to win the scariest costume contest, but things don’t go as planned. A funny and charming Halloween tale.
8. There’s a Monster in Your Book 📖 by Tom Fletcher
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This interactive book encourages kids to shake, spin, and tickle the pages to help the monster leave the book. Perfect for little hands!
9. The Hallo-Wiener by Dav Pilkey
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A hilarious story about a dachshund named Oscar who saves Halloween despite his silly hot dog costume, teaching kids about being brave and standing out.
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Steeped in shadows and threaded with subtle wit—with rich, monochromatic artwork and an illuminating author’s note—The Skull is as empowering as it is mysterious and foreboding.
11. Big Pumpkin by Erica Silverman
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A funny Halloween tale of a witch trying to pull her huge pumpkin from the ground, teaching teamwork along the way.
These books bring a mix of spooky excitement, humor, and heartwarming messages, making Halloween a great time for children to enjoy reading!