Book picks similar to
Don't Tell Me a Ghost Story by Phyllis Eisenberg
childrens-books
halloween-books
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The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin (with CD)
Joe Troiano - 2001
Spookley the Pumpkin was different. All the other pumpkins teased him, until Spookley proved that being different can save the day! Spookley CD includes - A reading of the story by Farmer Hill - The Transylvania Twist - The Spookley Song - Bugs! I Love Them All!
The Witches' Supermarket
Susan Meddaugh - 1991
While trick-or-treating on Halloween night, Helen and her dog Martha happen upon a very unusual supermarket -- for witches and cats only -- where they are most unwelcome!
Inside a House That is Haunted
Alyssa Satin Capucilli - 1998
Full color.
The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree
Stan Berenstain - 1978
Three brave little bears explore the inside of a mysterious old tree and go into, up, through, over, down, and out.
A Beasty Story
Bill Martin Jr. - 1999
. . BEAST! But don't be scared--this beast may not be so beastly after all. The beloved Bill Martin Jr and Steven Kellogg bring their enormous talents together to create a ghoulish story that's both scary and snug. Includes fun new book-related activities!
It's not easy being a Lazy Bug: A Hilarious Story For Teaching Kids The Value of Independence and Doing Things For Themselves
Pragya Tomar - 2020
He never gets dressed, or makes his own food, or even goes to school! But when his parents decide to stop doing everything for him, Bug soon discovers that being lazy isn’t such a good idea after all… and that becoming independent is fun after all!It’s Not Easy Being a Lazy Bug is a hilarious and enjoyable tale that inspires kids to do things for themselves and not be lazy. Featuring vivid illustrations and an upbeat theme, Bug’s delightful story is perfect for teaching young children about the downsides of being lazy and the rewarding satisfaction that comes from taking control and being independent.Book details:- Makes A Great Bedtime Story For Kids Aged 4-6- Teaches The Value and Joy of Independence- Features Colorful, Lively Illustrations and a Charming Story- Specially Designed For Early Readers, Reading Aloud, Group Readings and More- And It Will Quickly Become Your Child’s Favorite Tale!Ideal for gifts, passing the time, and even as a way to help early learners strengthen their reading skills, this colorful book helps empower kids to be more independent by showing them the amazing benefits of doing things yourself. So if you’re searching for a funny and cheerful tale about one lazy bug who sees the error in his ways, then this book is for you!
How to Catch a Monster
Adam Wallace - 2017
you might just find the very best reward of all. But with robots, lava pie, and a smattering of traps--catching monsters is no easy business!Is there a monster living in your closet? Are you brave enough to catch him? Parents and children will love sharing this fun and inventive picture book, which reminds us that things aren't always as scary as they seem.
Llama Llama Trick or Treat
Anna Dewdney - 2014
And their small size and durable pages are perfect for little hands.In Llama Llama Trick or Treat, little llama finds the perfect costume, picks out a pumpkin for a jack-o’-lantern, and then goes trick-or-treating with Mama and his friends!
How to Scare a Ghost
Jean Reagan - 2018
books, the kids are in charge! But in order to scare a ghost, you might have to find one first. Guided by a tongue-in-cheek instructional style, two children show young readers how to set the stage for a spooktacular Halloween by carving pumpkins, playing games, and even reading scary stories. Has a ghost showed up? Great! Now the fun--er, the scaring--can really begin. Filled with charming role-reversal humor, creative ideas, and lots of holiday spirit, How to Scare a Ghost is sure to delight kids, parents, and things that go bump in the night.
The Hallo-Weiner
Dav Pilkey - 1995
But one brave act on Halloween makes Oscar a Grade-A hero, proving that a little wiener can be a real winner!
There Was an Old Mummy Who Swallowed a Spider
Jennifer Ward - 2015
From a rat to witches’ brew, and a crow to a spooky ghost, this mummy keeps swallowing and swallowing…until finally there’s a knock on the door. Trick or treat! Jennifer Ward’s fun text and Steve Gray’s zany artwork add a spooky Halloween twist to this adaptation of the popular song.
If You're Spooky and You Know It
Aly Fronis - 2016
Clap your hands for this spooky, Halloween-themed twist on the classic children's song "If You're Happy and You Know It"!If you’re spooky and you know it,clap your hands!If you’re spooky and you know it,clap your hands!If you’re spooky and you know it,and you really want to show it—if you’re spooky and you know it,clap your hands!The monsters in the book all want to show how spooky they are! Filled with spooky skeletons clapping hands, wicked witches stomping feet, hairy werewolves jumping up and down, sneaky vampires nodding heads, naughty mummies snapping fingers, and creepy frankensteins honking noses, little ones will love this frightful, Halloween-themed twist on the song “If You’re Happy and You Know It”!
Trouble Dolls
Jimmy Buffett - 1991
"A welcome blend of myth and reality, set in modern times but connected by folklore to the world of animals and magic."--Publishers Weekly
Dinosaurs' Halloween
Liza Donnelly - 1987
Full color.