Last Updated on August 12, 2026 by Amanda Leemis
Get ready for some not-too-spooky Halloween fun! Hollydog has sniffed out 10 of the very best Halloween books for preschoolers, filled with colorful illustrations, mysterious potions, and just the right amount of Halloween excitement for story time at home or in the classroom! Check out our Halloween Learning Hub for tons of spooky activities and crafts!
Why Halloween Books Are Great for Preschoolers
From friendly ghosts and silly monsters to pumpkins and trick-or-treat adventures, these stories encourage imagination, grow vocabulary, and spark meaningful conversations. They also help little learners explore Halloween in a playful, age-appropriate way (nothing to spooky!), making story time both exciting and educational for home or the classroom. Now, check out our top 10 list!
The Little Ghost Who Was A Quilt
I love this book! It’s so cute! Most ghosts are sheets or pretty white lace, but this ghost is a quilt. He can’t fly as fast as the others and sometimes he feels left out. This is a great story about how being different can be a good thing.
Frankenstein Doesn’t Wear Earmuffs!
Finally, a fun Frankenstein book that is perfect for preschoolers! When a little boy dresses up as Frankenstein, his parents need to make sure he stays warm while trick-or-treating. Who knew Frankenstein wore boots, a fanny pack, and earmuffs?!
The Skeleton and the Cat
I discovered this book for the first time this year and it’s so sweet! This is a story about a cat and a skeleton that become friends! Did you know that reading a book is always better with a cat on your lap?
Leila The Perfect Witch
Have you ever heard of the Dark Arts of Patisserie? Well, this book will take you on a little witch’s journey of crafting the perfect witchy cake! Baking with friends is always more fun, plus you can learn a few secrets along the way!
Splat the Cat What Was That?
Splat journeys through a haunted house to rescue his pet mouse, who has run inside! Lift the flaps in this book to discover, “What was that?”. This is just a fun read, perfect of a cozy October afternoon.
There Was an Old Mummy Who Swallowed a Spider
Follow this old mummy through the graveyard as he swallows all kinds of creepy things! He swallows a rat, a crow, a witches brew, and tons of great Halloween vocabulary words! haha
Room on the Broom
Is there room on the broom for lots of new friends? When the witch accidentally drops a few things from her broom, a few animals friends come to the rescue! What do they want? They want a ride on the broom! This is a great Halloween book!
Gustavo the Shy Ghost
Gustavo is such a loveable character! Gustavo is a shy ghost and he has a hard time making friends. See what happens when Gustavo plays his special violin for all of the creatures in the night.
Creepy Carrots
I know tons of preschoolers who love this book, so it’s a big hit! Have you ever been alarmed that carrots might be following you around? That’s all I’m going to say!
A Spoonful of Frogs
Come along with this little witch as she makes a delicious soup. The best ingredients is frogs, but how are you supposed to keep them from jumping off the spoon?
Free Happy Halloween Coloring Pages
We hope you enjoyed Hollydog’s Top 10 Halloween Books for Preschoolers! Keep the Halloween fun going with our 2 free Happy Halloween coloring pages! They’re the perfect activity to pair with any of the books on our list and are great for classrooms, homeschool, or cozy afternoons at home. Simply print, grab your favorite crayons, and let little learners bring their Halloween creations to life!
Print your free Halloween coloring pages below!
