New Halloween Books for Kids
Halloween is my favorite holiday and I look forward to the new Halloween books for kids every year. It brings me such joy to gather my favorites for each of you.
I’ve reviewed dozens and dozens of books and narrowed it down to the 4 best picks for each age group. Below you’ll see my most anticipated Halloween book releases. Let me know which ones you are most excited about!
The Best New Kids’ Books
Each colorful block below represents the best book in a subgenre. Click on the arrow to reveal my “best” pick in any category. You’ll also be able to use a page jump to see more books in that section.
For Babies & Toddlers
ABCs of Kindness at Halloween by Patricia Hegarty – Jump to section
For Picture Book Lovers
Trick or Treat on Scary Street by Lance Bass – Jump to section
For Beginning and Early Readers
Scaredy Squirrel Scared Silly by Melanie Watt – Jump to section
For Older Chapter Book Readers
The Graveyard Gift by Piper CJ – Jump to section
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New Halloween Books for Babies and Toddlers (0-2)
ABCs of Kindness at Halloween
Author: Patricia Hegarty
Illustrator: Summer Macon
Release Date: August 6, 2024
Genre: Board Books
Age: 0-3
Plot
This sweet – not spooky – Halloween board book is all about kindness. With cute animals in costume and charming illustrations, this story makes Halloween a kind and sweet holiday.
Bilingual Baby’s First Day of the Dead – Día de Muertos
Author: DK
Release Date: July 30, 2024
Genre: Board book
Age: 0-3
Plot
What a cute bilingual board book for babies! It’s all about the Mexican festival, Day of the Dead. Introduce your little one to all the traditions with this charming book.
Touch and Trace Nursery Rhymes: Five Little Pumpkins
Author: Silver Dolphin Books
Illustrator: Emily Bannister
Release Date: July 16, 2024
Genre: Board Books
Age: 0-3
Plot
This interactive board book is perfect for little fingers as they can touch and trace the shapes on every page. Each page also features a different nursery rhyme perfect for fall.
Dracula’s First Tooth
Author: Jen Arena
Illustrator: Betowers
Release Date: July 30, 2024
Genre: Board Book
Age: 0-3
Plot
Baby Dracula is growing in his first fang and it hurts! As he tries to get his pain to go away, his parents prepare to celebrate his baby milestone.
New Halloween Picture Books for Kids (3-5+)
Trick or Treat on Scary Street
Author: Lance Bass
Illustrator: Roland Garrigue
Year: July 23, 2024
Genre: Picture Book
Age: 4-8 Years
Plot
A cute little trickster entices local children to trick-or-treat on Scary Street. As they meet ghouls and spooks along the way, their numbers dwindle until only our guide is left. He reveals himself to be a werewolf, and when you start to worry about the kids, he reveals everyone is at a Halloween party!
Why Kirsten loves it
It’s hard to bring a sense of spooky to a picture book, but on first read, I was genuinely worried for the little kiddos until the big reveal! I loved the illustrations, the rhyming words, and the suspense of the story. I highly recommend is for kiddos looking for a little spook!
Find this book in: Halloween Books for Kids
5 More Sleeps ‘Til Halloween
Author: Jimmy Fallon
Illustrator: Rich Deas
Release Date: September 3, 2024
Genre: Picture Book
Age: 3-6
Plot
Jimmy Fallon is back with a sequel to his popular Christmas kids’s book – this time for Halloween! This book is a fun and spooky Halloween night countdown that will excite children for trick-or-treating!
Griselda Snook’s Spectacular Books
Author: Barry Timms
Illustrator: Laura Borio
Release Date: July 2, 2024
Genre: Picture Book
Age: 3-7
Plot
Henry has come to Griselda’s Halloween bookstore looking for a book. Can Griselda help Henry find the perfect story?
Supernatural: An Official Spooky Picture Book
Author: Micol Oston
Illustrator: Christian Cornia
Release Date: July 16, 2024
Genre: Picture Book
Age: 4-8
Plot
Do you love the hit show, Supernatural? Then you need this story about the brothers as they explore the haunted Waverly Hills Boarding House. Can they figure out how to rid the house of it’s demon occupant?
New Halloween Early and Beginning Reader Books (6-9)
Scaredy Squirrel Scared Silly
Author: Melanie Watt
Release Date: August 20, 2024
Genre: Early Reader
Age: 6-9
More info: Scaredy’s Nutty Adventures #4
Plot
The beloved, anxiety-filled squirrel, Scaredy, is back with a Halloween adventure! Scaredy is terrified of Halloween because of the haunted houses, strangers in costumes, and spooky vibes. Can he learn to have a good time?
Cookie & Broccoli: Scariest Halloween Ever!
Author: Bob McMahon
Release Date: August 13, 2024
Genre: Early Reader Graphic Novel
Age: 4-8
More info: Cookie & Broccoli #4
Plot
Cookie & Broccoli are here with Halloween adventures! One is about Broccoli being scared of his friends’ Halloween pranks, another is about learning the lesson of scaring others when they don’t wish to be scared, and the final is about taking a Halloween candy obsession a little too far.
The Night Librarian
Author: Christopher Lincoln
Release Date: July 30, 2024
Genre: Chapter Book
Age: 8-12
Plot
This is a new graphic novel that’s about twins who, together with a mysterious Night Librarian, are on a mission to save the New York Public Library from destruction. It features their dad’s rare edition of Dracula, famous characters from classic books, and an epic battle!
I Am Jack Skellington
Author: Matthew J. Gilbert
Illustrator: Jeannette Arroyo
Release Date: July 2, 2024
Genre: Early Reader Picture Book
Age: 4-7
Plot
The newest, adorable Little Golden Book features Jack Skellington from Disney’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. It’s all about Jack’s backstory and is perfect for future fans of the classic movie.
New Halloween Middle Grade Books (10-13+)
The Graveyard Gift
Author: Piper CJ
Release Date: October 8, 2024
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy
Age: 8-12
More info: Fern’s School for Wayward Fae #1
Plot
The first book of the Fern’s School for Wayward Fae series is about the half human, half magic students that attend. Rosemary can see people’s deaths and as she meets other kids with magical abilities, she starts to feel at home…until one student goes missing. Now Rosemary and her friends are on a mission to save their fellow classmate.
Hellaween: Spellbent
Author: Moss Lawton
Release Date: August 20, 2024
Genre: Graphic Novel
Age: 10-14
More info: Hellaween #2
Plot
Witch Gwen and her besties are back in this funny graphic novel about Halloween. Gwen wants to break into the Hallowlands while her friends want to throw an epic bash. Will Halloween be bussin’ or a bust?
Pumpkin Princess and the Forever Night
Author: Steven Banbury
Release Date: September 3, 2024
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy
Age: 8-12
Plot
On Halloween, Eve decides to flee her orphanage and is saved by the Pumpkin King! She becomes his daughter in Hallowell Valley, home to all kinds of magical creatures. Now, she needs to stop an evil scheme from ruining her home!
A Bite Above the Rest
Author: Christine Virnig
Release Date: August 6, 2024
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy
Age: 9-12
Plot
When Caleb moves to Samhain, he is in for a shock. He hates Halloween, but his new town lives for it! Every day is Halloween in Samhain. Soon he can’t tell if the mayor is really a vampire or just pretending…but as he meets a friend they wonder if their town needs saving.
Helpful Tip
- Start a new Halloween tradition by giving the child in your life a new Halloween book each year. By the time they are grown, they will have a mini seasonal library they will cherish forever.
- Decorate your mantel with Halloween books. They make perfect decor pieces that also encourage reading.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best new Halloween books for kids?
I’m loving Trick or Treat on Scary Street by Lance Bass for picture book fans and Scaredy Squirrel Scared Silly by Melanie Watt for early readers.
What is a good new Halloween book for a baby?
ABCs of Kindness at Halloween by Patricia Hegarty has my heart for Halloween 2024.
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