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Top 25 Spooky Season Kids' Picture Books: Halloween to Christmas

Are you ready to embrace the magic of the spooky season with your young ones? Nothing beats the joy of cozying up with your child and flipping through a delightful picture book that perfectly captures the Halloween and Christmas spirit. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I may earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. I recommend only books I think kids will love.  To make your book-hunting easier, we’ve curated the top 25 spooky season picture books for kids, ranging from spine-tingling Halloween tales to heartwarming Christmas stories. And don't forget to check out the #1 spot for the enchanting NEW holiday book, "When Halloween Took Over Christmas."


A curated list of the best 2024's MUST-READ Spooky Season Picture Books for Kids
2024's MUST-READ Spooky Season Picture Books for Kids

Before we dive into our Top 25 Spooky Season Book List, we have a special treat for you...



A New Kid's Book Featuring Llamas and Monsters
A New Kid's Book Featuring Llamas and Monsters

Get ready for a furry and scary Christmas story! When rapping llamas and spooky monsters collide at the North Pole, a hilarious rap battle erupts. Can these unlikely rivals put aside their differences and discover the true meaning of Christmas?

Llamas vs. Monsters: A Furry and Scary Christmas” is a heartwarming tale filled with friendship, fun, and a touch of spooky magic. With its vibrant illustrations and catchy rhymes, it’s the perfect holiday read for young readers.




Now let’s dive into this enchanting list of books that will surely captivate the imagination of your little ones!


Our Top Picks for the Best Spooky Season Kids' Picture Books to Read in 2024

(Just a heads up, our top picks aren't ranked in any particular order. Happy browsing!)



a kids' book cover with a witch on a broom, titled, Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson
CLICK HERE for Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson

Follow the adventures of a friendly witch on her broomstick in this charming story that celebrates friendship and teamwork. (ages 2-5)





A kids' book cover with bears and a spooky tree, titled, The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree by Stan & Jan Berenstain
CLICK HERE for The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree by Stan & Jan Berenstain

Join the Berenstain Bears as they explore a spooky old tree and encounter mysterious surprises along the way. (ages 2-4)





A kids' book cover with wiener dogs, titled, The Hallo-Wiener by Dav Pilkey
CLICK HERE for The Hallo-Wiener by Dav Pilkey

Laugh along with Oscar, a dachshund with a funny name and the courage to stand up for himself in this heartwarming Halloween tale. (ages 3-7)





A kids' book cover with a girl and a pumpkin on the cover, titled, Pumpkin Moonshine by Tasha Tudor
CLICK HERE for Pumpkin Moonshine by Tasha Tudor

Explore the enchanting world of Sarah and her adventure on Halloween night in this classic tale filled with whimsical illustrations. (ages 2-7)





A kids' book cover with a school bus with spooky wheels, titled, The Spooky Wheels on the Bus by J. Elizabeth Mills
CLICK HERE for The Spooky Wheels on the Bus by J. Elizabeth Mills

Hop on the bus for a spooky ride filled with ghosts, goblins, and bats in this fun Halloween twist on a classic children's song. (ages 2-3)





A kids' book cover with a Halloween chicken on the cover, titled, Eek! Halloween! by Sandra Boynton
CLICK HERE for Eek! Halloween! by Sandra Boynton

Enjoy a silly and not-so-spooky Halloween celebration with delightful rhymes and lovable characters in this playful picture book. (ages 1-3)





A kids' book cover with an old lady and a spooky pumpkin on the cover, titled, The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams
CLICK HERE for The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams

Join the brave little old lady on her nighttime adventure as she outwits a cast of spooky characters in this empowering Halloween tale. (ages 2-6)





A kids' book cover with carrots and a rabbit on the cover, titled, Creepy Carrots! by Aaron Reynolds
CLICK HERE for Creepy Carrots! by Aaron Reynolds

Embark on a spine-chilling journey with Jasper Rabbit as he discovers that his love for carrots comes with a haunting consequence. (ages 3-6)





A kids' book cover with a spooky rabbit on the cover, titled, Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery by Deborah Howe
CLICK HERE for Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery by Deborah Howe

Delve into the mysterious and amusing world of Bunnicula, the vampire bunny, and his hilarious escapades in this bewitching tale. (ages 7-10)





A kids' book cover with a girl and monsters on the cover, titled, Monster Trouble! by Lane Fredrickson
CLICK HERE for Monster Trouble! by Lane Fredrickson

Follow the fearless Winifred Schnitzel as she devises clever plans to outsmart the monsters that sneak into her room at night. (ages 2-5)





A kids' book cover with a blue truck and pumpkins, titled, Little Blue Truck's Halloween by Alice Schertle
CLICK HERE for Little Blue Truck's Halloween by Alice Schertle

Join Little Blue Truck and his friends as they embark on a Halloween adventure full of festive fun and heartwarming friendship. (ages 1-3)





A kids' book cover with pumpkins and rats on the cover, titled, The Peculiar Pumpkin Thief by Geronimo Stilton
CLICK HERE for The Peculiar Pumpkin Thief by Geronimo Stilton

Join Geronimo Stilton on a thrilling investigation to uncover the mysterious pumpkin thief in this exciting Halloween tale. (ages 7-10)





A kids' book cover with an old lady and a black bat on the cover, titled, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat! by Lucille Colandro
CLICK HERE for There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat! by Lucille Colandro

Explore the zany antics of the old lady as she swallows a series of spooky items in this hilarious Halloween-themed twist on a classic rhyme. (ages 3-6)





A kids' book cover with kids dressewd in halloween customs and a pumpkin on the cover, titled, The Best Halloween Hunt Ever by John Speirs
CLICK HERE for The Best Halloween Hunt Ever by John Speirs

Join the Little Monsters as they embark on a Halloween scavenger hunt filled with surprises, fun, and a dash of spookiness. (ages 2-4)





A kids' book cover with Halloween monsters and ghosts on the cover, titled, The Night Before Halloween by Natasha Wing
CLICK HERE for The Night Before Halloween by Natasha Wing

Experience the excitement and anticipation of Halloween night through the eyes of a young boy eagerly preparing for the spooky festivities. (ages 2-6)





A kids' book cover with the moon and a girl dressed in a Halloween custom on the cover, titled, The 13 Nights of Halloween by Guy Vasilovich
CLICK HERE for The 13 Nights of Halloween by Guy Vasilovich

Count down the spooky nights leading up to Halloween with this delightfully eerie picture book inspired by the classic Christmas carol. (ages 4-8)





A kids' book cover with a monster on the cover, titled, How to Catch a Monster by Adam Wallace
CLICK HERE for How to Catch a Monster by Adam Wallace

Follow the imaginative adventures of a young boy as he attempts to catch a mischievous monster lurking in his bedroom. (ages 3-6)





A kids' book cover with a green monster on the cover, titled, Goodnight Goon: A Petrifying Parody by Michael Rex
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Say goodnight to the quirky monster-filled world in this playful parody of the classic bedtime story, "Goodnight Moon."





A kids' book cover with a train and snow on the cover, titled, The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
CLICK HERE for The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg

Embark on a magical journey to the North Pole on Christmas Eve in this enchanting tale of belief, wonder, and the spirit of Christmas. (ages 2+)





A kids' book cover with dancing skeletons on the cover, titled, Halloween Hustle by Charlotte Gunnufson
CLICK HERE for Halloween Hustle by Charlotte Gunnufson

Join Skeleton as he dances his way to the Halloween party in this fun and rhythmic tale that will have your child shaking their bones with joy. (ages 3-6)





A kids' book cover with a girl and a ghost on swings on the cover, titled, How to Make Friends with a Ghost by Rebecca Green
CLICK HERE for How to Make Friends with a Ghost by Rebecca Green

Discover the heartwarming story of a young girl who befriends a shy ghost and learns valuable lessons about friendship, kindness, and acceptance. (ages 3-8)





A kids' book cover with a widow's broom on the front cover, titled, The Widow's Broom by Chris Van Allsburg
CLICK HERE for The Widow's Broom by Chris Van Allsburg

Uncover the mysterious powers of a widow's broomstick and the magical adventures it brings in this captivating tale of friendship and loyalty. (ages 4-7)





A kids' book cover with a spooky tree, skeletons, and pumpkins on the front cover, titled, The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury
CLICK HERE for The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury

Embark on a spectral journey through time and space as a group of friends uncovers the true meaning of Halloween in this hauntingly beautiful tale. (ages 8+)





A kids' book cover with a cut-off hand hanging on the cover, titled, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz
CLICK HERE for Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz

Delve into a collection of spooky tales and bone-chilling stories guaranteed to send shivers down your spine in this classic Halloween favorite. (ages 7-11)





A Halloween & Christmas kids' book all-in-one, with a Pumpkin Head Santa and a pumpkin snowman on the front cover, titled, When Halloween Took Over Christmas by James Emery Lovitt Jr.
CLICK HERE for When Halloween Took Over Christmas by James Emery Lovitt Jr.

2024's MUST-READ rhyming read-aloud bedtime storybook. Dive into this enchanting new holiday book that merges the magic of Halloween with the festive cheer of Christmas, creating a unique and spellbinding tale that will captivate young readers and parents alike. (ages 4-12)



Here is another spooky book to consider... "GHOSTS" by Fiona Dalwood.

A children's spooky-fun storybook titled, "GHOSTS" by Fiona Dalwood
"GHOSTS" by Fiona Dalwood

Get ready to uncover the mysterious secrets of the everyday world! This whimsical book reveals the truth behind everyday mysteries like disappearing socks and power lines full of shoes. With adorable illustrations and playful questions, Ghosts is perfect for spooky-loving kids ages 6 and up. Spark your child's curiosity and imagination with this charming tale of ghosts and the strange things they do. It's a perfect choice for Halloween, birthdays, or any day you want a spooky adventure! CLICK HERE to order "GHOSTS".

Our Top 25 Spooky Season Picture Books for Kids


There you have it, our top 25 spooky season picture books for kids that will fill your Halloween and Christmas with wonder, laughter, and a touch of spooky magic. So, grab a cozy blanket, brew a cup of hot cocoa, and enjoy a literary journey with your little ones through these delightful and enchanting stories! Happy reading!


Remember, the spirit of the season is not just about the treats but the enchanting tales that bring families together in the most magical way.


Images are the respective book covers from the publishers.


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