Halloween Books & Activities
for All Ages

The spookiest holiday of the year is upon us: Halloween! From festive books to frighteningly fun activities that go beyond trick-or-treating, there are so many ways to make this holiday a blast for the whole family. Curl up with a spine-tingling story (or something silly and fright-free for those younger kids!), dress up in your favorite costume, enjoy some delicious treats, and get ready for one of the best holidays of fall.

• 👻 Boooooks 👻



Going Fright-Free: 31 Halloween Books for Little Pumpkins

These festive picture books are a surefire way to get your child into the Halloween spirit without giving them nightmares.

(Ages 0 – 5)



13 Frightfully Fun Stories to Get Your Kids in the Halloween Spirit

Get ready for goblins, ghosts, and spectacular stories! From silly picture books to spooky early readers, these are the perfect reads for Halloween.

(Ages 6 – 8)



Halloween Activity Books to Add to Your Little Monster’s Boo Basket

Looking for ideas for your kids’ boo basket? These Halloween-themed activity books promise to delight and entertain!

(Ages 3 – 10)



Hauntingly Good Ghost Stories for Tweens

These ghost stories feature spirits, creepy dolls, and strange worlds, providing scares from mild (and even funny) to tense and gripping.

(Ages 9 – 12)



Spooky (But Not Too Scary!) Books for Middle Grade Readers

If your middle schooler is ready for something a little scary, try these spooky titles that should definitely keep them hooked — and creep them out a bit.

(Ages 9 – 12)



Witchy YA Books Sure To Put a Spell On You

Forget what you know about warts and broomsticks — the witches in these young adult books are complex, bold, and delightfully unpredictable.

(Ages 13+)

• Fun & Activities



9 Fun Halloween Ideas for Kids That Go Beyond Trick-or-Treating

Here are some fresh and festive ways to celebrate Halloween that go beyond the traditional neighborhood candy haul.



Halloween Printables and Activities

Make Halloween a spook-tacularly good time with these fun activities for your little monsters!



23 Book-Inspired Halloween Costumes for Kids and Parents

Whether you’re looking for a Halloween costume for yourself, your elementary schooler, or your baby, there’s something great for every book lover here.

• Brightly Storytime



Brightly Storytime: How to Make Friends with a Ghost

A handbook on caring for spooky specters, this Brightly Storytime features a sweet and quirky guide to making a friend for life (and beyond)!



Brightly Storytime: Vlad the Rad

We’re gearing up for Halloween with a special reading of Vlad the Rad, a totally awesome picture book sure to delight your little ghosts and goblins.



Brightly Storytime: Dr. Seuss’s Spooky Things

Read along with Dr. Seuss’s Spooky Things — a delightfully sweet Halloween treat for little readers, starring two of Seuss’s most iconic characters.



Brightly Storytime: Goodnight Goon

Get in the Halloween spirit by reading along with Michael Rex’s Goodnight Goon, a fun and spooky parody of a classic story!