Halloween Picture Books

Witches, ghosts, black cats and jack-o-lanterns! This collection of Halloween picture books features some frights, and lots of fun.
Updated October 2, 2022
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Scary, scary Halloween /
Bunting, Eve,
Paper Book
Four pairs of eyes stare from the blackness to watch fearsome creatures trick-or-treat.
How to make friends with a ghost /
Green, Rebecca,
Paper Book
What do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favorite snacks, like mud tarts and earwax truffles. Two: Tell your ghost bedtime stories (ghosts love to be read to). Three: Make sure no one mistakes your ghost for whipped cream or a marshmallow when you aren't looking!...
A woggle of witches.
Adams, Adrienne
Paper Book
The witches are frightened by strange creatures on the night of their special celebration.
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown /
Schulz, Charles M.
Paper Book
Join the PEANUTS gang as they get ready for a night of trick-or-treating, bobbing for apples, and pumpkin patches. In this faithful adaptation ofIt's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, young readers are introduced to the classic tale in a deluxe Peanuts format--this hardcover edition...
Los gatos black on Halloween /
Montes, Marisa.
Paper Book
Follow los monstruos and los esqueletos to the Halloween party Under October'sluna, full and bright, the monsters are throwing a ball in the Haunted Hall.Las brujas come on their broomsticks.Los muertos rise from their coffins to join in the fun.Los...
Just say boo! /
Hood, Susan
Paper Book
If three dinosaurs roar when you open your door, what do you say "Boo!" of course! In this charmingly spooky story by Susan Hood, little trick-or-treaters learn just what to say in every Halloween situation. From rattling bones to ghostly footsteps, Susan captures all the...
The vanishing pumpkin /
Johnston, Tony
Paper Book
A 700-year-old woman and an 800-year-old man, both witches, go searching on Halloween night for the pumpkin someone snitched from them.
Zen ghosts /
Muth, Jon J.
Paper Book
Stillwater, the beloved Zen panda, now in his own Apple TV+ original series!It's Halloween. The trees are ablaze in fiery reds. Excited children don colorful costumes. And there's mystery and fun around every corner!When Addy, Michael, and Karl finish trick-or-treating, their bags are...
The bones of Fred Mcfee /
Bunting, Eve,
Paper Book
In this rhythmic story, an unsuspecting brother and sister bring a toy skeleton home from the harvest fair. They name it Fred McFee and hang it from a sycamore tree. Soon, eerie things begin to happen: The rooster disappears. The hens won't lay. Most terrifying of all, Fred's bones dance...
The little old lady who was not afraid of anything /
Williams, Linda
Paper Book
"A splendiferous Halloween story." --The Horn Book "A great purchase for Halloween or any time of year." --School Library Journal (starred review) Once upon a time, there was a little old lady who was not afraid of anything! But one autumn night, while walking in the woods, the...
Bone soup :
Capucilli, Alyssa Satin,
Paper Book
"A delight...Just the right mix of creepy and humorous, treading the line between scary and fun." --Kirkus Reviews "Plenty of tasty vocabulary...As ghoulishly bright as a jack-o'-lantern." --Publishers Weekly Three little witches...
The Hallo-wiener /
Pilkey, Dav,
Paper Book
From Dav Pilkey, creator of the New York Times bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series, comes Oscar, a little dog with a big bullying problem.Oscar is a little dog with a big problem -- he gets more tricks than treats because other dogs tease him all the time. But one brave act on...
The Berenstain bears and the spooky old tree /
Berenstain, Stan,
Paper Book
Three brave little bears explore the inside of a mysterious old tree and go into, up, through, over, down, and out. Bright and Early Books are perfect for beginning beginner readers! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1968 with The Foot Book, Bright and Early Books use fewer and easier...
Creepy carrots! /
Reynolds, Aaron,
Paper Book
In this Caldecott Honor-winning, New York Times bestselling picture book, The Twilight Zone comes to the carrot patch as a rabbit fears his favorite treats are out to get him. Jasper Rabbit loves carrots--especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on...
Big pumpkin /
Silverman, Erica
Paper Book
A little bat uses brains over brawn in this not-so-scary Halloween picture book. The witch has grown the biggest pumpkin ever, and now she wants to make herself a pumpkin pie for Halloween. But the pumpkin is so big she can't get it off the vine. It's so big the...
Arthur's Halloween /
Brown, Marc Tolon
Paper Book
Arthur finds everything about Halloween scary, including his little sister's costume, his morning snack, and the big house on the corner.
Boris and Bella /
Crimi, Carolyn
Paper Book
Bella Legrossi is the messiest monster in all of Booville. Her slime is the slimiest and her grime is the grimiest. Alas, she is neighbors with Boris Kleanitoff, a persnickety ghoul so tidy he vacuums his vampire bats. What could ever bring these two together? It will take a...
Room on the broom /
Donaldson, Julia
Paper Book
THE #1 BESTSELLING PHENOMENON WITH OVER 4 MILLION COPIES SOLD ACROSS ALL EDITIONS! From the acclaimed creators of The Gruffalo comes an enchanting, family-friendly tale full of quick wits, friendship, and adventure that is perfect for celebrating the Halloween season. ...
Space case /
Marshall, Edward
Paper Book
For use in schools and libraries only. A visitor from outer space lands unnoticed on Earth at Halloween, goes trick-or-treating with some children, and visits a classroom.
Hubknuckles /
Herman, Emily
Paper Book
"Every Halloween, Hubknuckles pays a visit to Lee and her younger sisters and baby brother. The children watch the ghostly figure from the safety of their warm kitchen, experiencing delicious little tickles of fear. ut this year, Lee has decided that Hubknuckles isn't real. Hubknuckles is just a...
The pomegranate witch /
Doyen, Denise.
Paper Book
When a scary old tree blooms with the most beautiful pomegranates ever seen, the neighborhood kids' mouths water with anticipation. But the tree isn't theirs--and it has a protector! So begins the Pomegranate War, a fun, rollicking, rhyming tale of a battle between the sly, plucky young rascals and...
Clifford's Halloween /
Bridwell, Norman
Paper Book
Clifford is the hit of the Halloween party when he arrives dressed as an enormous ghost.
The widow's broom /
Van Allsburg, Chris
Paper Book
A widow finds herself in possession of an extraordinary broom left by a witch who fell into the widow's garden.
A Halloween happening /
Adams, Adrienne
Paper Book
It's Halloween, and a group of witches is throwing a hair-raising party. Only children are invited, and they're in for some bewitching fun! It's hard work getting ready! There are toad tarts, worm waffles, and candy bats to prepare. But more than that, a giant pumpkin tower is being built for...
Frankenstein makes a sandwich :
Rex, Adam.
Paper Book
Being a monsternbsp;isn't all frightening villagers and sucking blood.nbsp;Monsters have their trials, too. Poor Frankenstein's cupboard is bare, Wolfman is in need of some household help, and it's best not to get started on Dracula’s hygiene issues. What could be scarier? nbsp;nbsp...
The witch who lives down the hall /
Guthrie, Donna
Paper Book
A young boy who lives in an apartment house is convinced that his mysterious new neighbor is a witch.
Hoodwinked /
Howard, Arthur
Paper Book
Mitzi is a witch who likes creepy things. So when she decides to get a pet, she wants the creepiest pet possible. But the bats she tries are too batty, the toad does nothing but eat bugs, and the warthogs . . . well, that’s a whole other story. Mitzi is in despair. She wants a...
The soup bone /
Johnston, Tony,
Paper Book
Looking for a soup bone on Halloween, a little old lady finds a hungry skeleton instead.
The Berenstain Bears trick or treat /
Berenstain, Stan,
Paper Book
This classic Berenstain Bears story is a perfect way to celebrate Halloween, all the while teaching children about the difference between right and wrong Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book(R) from Stan and Jan Berenstain. It's Halloween and Brother and...
Click, Clack, Boo!
Doreen Cronin
Paper Book
Will the barnyard animals trick--or treat--Farmer Brown? Find out in this Halloween tale from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Click, Clack, Moo. Farmer Brown does not like Halloween. So he draws the shades, puts on his footy pajamas, and climbs into...
The Little Kitten (My Little Animal Friend)
Nicola Killen
Paper Book
"Lucky kitten, lucky readers: a sweet, special Halloween story." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "This gentle story is a sweet option for a Halloween read-aloud and will please young feline fans any time of the year." --Booklist From beloved...
The littlest witch/
Massey, Jeanne.
Paper Book
The Halloween Tree: Build New Traditions with This Funny and Imaginative Holiday Book for Children (Halloween Gifts for Kids)
Susan Montanari
Paper Book
Meet the Halloween Tree! A grumpy, gnarled tree discovers that being different is something to celebrate. Everyone knows most young saplings dream of becoming Christmas trees. But when a cranky old tree gets a second chance at belonging, he inspires kids and parents alike to embrace what...
Happy Halloween, witch's cat! /
Muncaster, Harriet,
Paper Book
A little girl believes her mother is a good witch, and she is a special witch's cat. Together, they're out to find the perfect Halloween costume. But what could be better than being a witch's cat? To create the whimsical world of Witch's Cat, author-illustrator Harriet Muncaster...
Samurai scarecrow :
Pingk, Rubin,
Paper Book
A young ninja and his adorable younger sister who wants to be just like him are in for the Halloween of their lives in this tender sibling story with graphic novel-inspired illustrations, Samurai style. It is Halloween, and Yukio is excited to celebrate! But whatever Yukio does,...
The little ghost who was a quilt /
Nason, Riel,
Paper Book
When you're a quilt instead of a sheet, being a ghost is hard! An adorable picture book for fans of Stumpkin and How to Make Friends with a Ghost. Ghosts are supposed to be sheets, light as air and able to whirl and twirl and float and soar. But the little ghost who...
Witches' supermarket /
Meddaugh, Susan
Paper Book
"Has what it takes: suspense, humor, and intriguing clues. A book that's as much fun as Halloween itself." --School Library Journal While trick-or-treating on Halloween night, Helen and her dog Martha (begrudgingly dressed as a cat) walk into a very unusual supermarket. One...
Franklin's Halloween /
Bourgeois, Paulette
Paper Book
Everyone's favorite turtle is back--and all dressed up for Halloween fun! What does a turtle look like when he's made up as Frankenstein? Children will be delighted to see for themselves as they follow Franklin to a Halloween party, complete with games, a parade, and a haunted house. Full color.
I spy spooky night :
Marzollo, Jean
Paper Book
Search-and-find riddles paired with amazing photographs will captivate kids of all ages in the bestselling I Spy series.Acclaimed I Spy creators Walter Wick and Jean Marzollo use everyday objects to enhance intellectual discovery.From a haunted house to a misty graveyard, readers...
The Halloween house /
Silverman, Erica
Paper Book
"In a hilarious spoof of the counting classic Over in the Meadow, Silverman deposits two escaped convicts in a haunted house, and then lets the inhabitants scare the escapees back to prison. Cheerfully rendered ghoulies accompany each delightfully understated rhyme...A hit if read aloud or read...
Froggy's Halloween /
London, Jonathan,
Paper Book
Froggy tries to find just the right costume for Halloween, and although his trick-or-treating does not go as planned, he enjoys himself anyway. Color illustrations throughout.
Pumpkin Cat /
Turner, Ann Warren
Paper Book
On a stormy night in October, a ginger cat finds refuge in the "Returned Books" bin of the local library. Rescued by two kind librarians, Pumpkin Cat makes a home for herself in the large children's room. But the wooden sheep and the sock monkey never talk, and once the librarians leave for the day,...
Hardly Haunted
Jessie Sima
Paper Book
From the bestselling creator of Not Quite Narwhal comes a delightfully spooky story about an old house who wants to be a home...even if her new family isn't what she expected. House has a problem. She's a little spooky. She's a little cobwebby. Oh, no! What if...
10 Spooky Pumpkins
Gris Grimly
Paper Book
Join celebrated creator Gris Grimly in this spooky countdown, as one little girl ventures out into the night for an unforgettable Halloween adventure!10 little pumpkins, sitting in a line,looking for a cat and they found nine.The wind said SWOOSH and the gate went CREAK.The owl cried...
Pick a pumpkin /
Toht, Patricia,
Paper Book
The creators of Pick a Pine Tree are back with a joyful, energetic celebration of a Halloween tradition. Pairing a wonderfully rhythmic read-aloud text with expressive retro illustrations, author Patricia Toht and illustrator Jarvis capture all the excitement and familial...
By the light of the halloween moon /
Stutson, Caroline
Paper Book
In this cumulative story, a host of Halloween spooks, including a cat, a witch, and a ghoul, are drawn to the tapping of a little girl's toe.
Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party
Erin Barker
Paper Book
"There's a party at Mr. Pumpkin's tonight. A banquet with friends in the autumn twilight. And at this soiree we'll see and we'll find ghoulish delights of every kind." You are cordially invited to Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party--a delightfully quirky twist on a counting book, incorporating gorgeous,...
The Halloween party /
Anderson, Lonzo,
Paper Book
On Halloween Faraday Folsum runs across a party of witches, ogres, and gremlins that are a bit too real for comfort.
Boo-La-La Witch Spa /
Berger, Samantha
Paper Book
Spooky meets silly in this unique Halloween story about a witch's night out at the fa-BOO Witch Spa! Halloween is the most important day of the year for any witch. So when the holiday ends and the witches are tired from tricking and treating, they all head to the fa-boo Witch Spa...
Rattlebone Rock /
Andrews, Sylvia
Paper Book
BOOM! CLACKA-CLACK! The skeletons dance And rattle their bones. Ghosts join in With musical moans. Mice squeak by And bats swoop down. The BOOMA beat echoes All through the town. Witches and goblins Make the tombstones Knock. It's time to dance To the Rattlebone Rock!
Snowmen at Halloween /
Buehner, Caralyn
Paper Book
The snowmen are getting their Halloween costumes ready for the latest picture book in this New York Times bestselling series. Have you ever built a snowman and discovered the next day that his grin has gotten a little crooked, or his tree-branch arms have moved? And you've...
The pumpkin smasher.
Benarde, Anita
Paper Book
Witches' night before Halloween /
Bannatyne, Lesley Pratt
Paper Book
It's the night before Halloween, and these witches still have many last-minute things to do! In this spooky parody of Clement C. Moore's famous Christmas poem, the witches are up to their elbows in cobwebs and slime, trying to make sure their witchlings are well prepared for their first Halloween...
Boo! haiku /
Caswell, Deanna.
Paper Book
Bestselling illustrator Bob Shea and poet Deanna Caswell are back, this time with a haiku book filled with frights that delight. Here's a spooky haiku just for you! broom across the moon pointed hat at the window hair-raising cackle Can you guess who from this...
Stumpkin /
Cummins, Lucy Ruth,
Paper Book
From the critically acclaimed author and illustrator of A Hungry Lion comes a unique Halloween story about a stemless pumpkin who dreams of becoming a jack-o-lantern. Stumpkin is the most handsome pumpkin on the block. He's as orange as a traffic cone! Twice as round as a...
Trick or treat, smell my feet /
De Groat, Diane
Paper Book
Gilbert wants to be a Martian Space Pilot at the school costume parade, but a mix-up leaves him with nothing but his little sister's ballerina tutu to wear! In this hilarious follow-up to the best-selling Roses are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink, everyone's favorite porcupine learns all about the ups...
ABCs of Halloween /
Eubank, Patti Reeder.
Paper Book
Features two black cats which lead children through the alphabet as each letter brings words for the Halloween season. This book is suitable for ages 4 to 8 years.
Trick or Treat, Bugs to Eat
Tracy C. Gold
Paper Book
An adorable rhyming Halloween book with educational nonfiction elements woven in, perfect for classrooms and libraries! Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me lots of BUGS to eat! Follow along as a young bat takes flight on Halloween night and eats lots of delicious bugs along the way!...
The ugly pumpkin /
Horowitz, Dave,
Paper Book
No one wants to take home the Ugly Pumpkin. Sure, he doesn’t look like any of the other pumpkins, but why does everyone have to tease him so much? The poor, lonely pumpkin goes in search of a place where he’ll fit in—and finally discovers the truth about who he is and where he...
In the haunted house /
Bunting, Eve,
Paper Book
All we see are two pairs of sneakers, one large, one small, as a little girl and her father tour a dark, mysterious house.
Five little pumpkins /
Dean, James,
Paper Book
Author and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic favorite children's song "Five Little Pumpkins," sung by cool cat Pete and perfect for Halloween. A New York Times bestselling favorite! Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins is in a sturdy paper-over-board format...
Honk! quack! boo! /
Hills, Tad
Paper Book
It's Halloween in the meadow, and the beloved, classic, and New York Times bestselling feathered friends Duck & Goose go trick-or-treating!Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+! Duck is going as a spooky ghost. Goose is going as a brave superhero. And...
Fright Club /
Long, Ethan.
Paper Book
This monster mash-up from Geisel winner Ethan Long doles out the laughs and the chills in equal measure. Each year, on Halloween eve, Fright Club meets to go over their plan: Operation Kiddie Scare. Only the scariest of monsters can join Fright Club--Vladimir the Vampire, Fran...
Boo to you! /
Ehlert, Lois
Paper Book
The harvest garden is bursting with delicious vegetables, the pumpkins are decorated and lit, and the mice have their costumes ready. Everyone is looking forward to the annual Halloween-night feast. Scary Cat wasn't invited to the party, but he seems to think he's coming anyway. Time for a clever...
Fright night flight /
Melmed, Laura Krauss
Paper Book
First stop, off we pop to a craggy mountaintop. Spooky castle, creaky floor -- who is opening the door? Is it a lurking, smirking Vampire? Or a howling, growling Werewolf? One by one, a ghoulish gang climbs onto this super jet-fueled broomstick for a frightfully fun flight on Halloween night. Want...
Miss Fiona's stupendous pumpkin pies /
Moulton, Mark Kimball.
Paper Book
For ages 4-8. What do vampires, pirates and pink rabbits have in common? They all love Miss Fiona`s pumpkin pie! Join the trick-or-treaters as they creep down past the old cemetery to Miss Fiona`s haunted house for a taste of her secret Halloween recipe. Spooky illustrations enhance this...
Halloween night /
Murray, Marjorie Dennis.
Paper Book
'Twas Halloween night, Tand all through the house, Every creature was stirring, including the mouse . . . The witch is cooking. Banshees are singing. The goody bags are oozing with ooey, gooey snacks. Everyone's warming up for the best Halloween party ever. Get ready for a...
Shake dem Halloween bones /
Nikola-Lisa, W.
Paper Book
It's Halloween night. The city is quiet. The city is still. But as the lights go down, the music comes up - and the guests start to arrive at the hip-hop Halloween ball! And oh, what a party it is. Told in hip-hop rhyming text, L'il Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks, Tom Thumb, and all of their fairy...
Cinderella Skeleton /
San Souci, Robert D.
Paper Book
Cinderella Skeleton Was everything a ghoul should be: Her nails were yellow; her teeth were green- Foulest in the land was she. Poor Cinderella Skeleton! Her evil stepsisters treat her with scorn and work her from dawn till dusk. But...
Moonlight /
Rylant, Cynthia
Paper Book
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