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Make time to read every day. Daily reading promote literacy development that exposes your kids to important early concepts of print, a variety of vocabulary words and sensational stories. The ultimate goal of early literacy experiences is to hook your children on books and inspire lifelong readers. It’s a great time of year to enjoy some special seasonal titles so here’s my top ten list to get in the “Halloween Spirit.”

Beware: Your children might ask to read these books again and again!

1. The Magic School Bus Going Batty by Nancy Krulik and Bruce Degen
Join Ms. Frizzle and her class as they take a nighttime ride on the Magic School Bus and learn about the secrets of being nocturnal. This entertaining and educational field trip is perfect for kids who enjoy adventure and learning facts about bats.

2. Fright Club by Ethan Long
This new Halloween book will have your children shrieking in delight! Wonderful illustrations along with a terrific storyline create the perfect Halloween potion.
Read this story and find out who is the scariest member of the fright club.

3. Scary, Scary Halloween by Eve Bunting, Pictures by Jan Brett
Beautiful illustrations and a wonderful storyline will make your children smile and shiver with delight as they read about trick-or-treaters on Halloween night!

4. A Creepy Countdown by Charlotte Huck, Pictures by Jos. A Smith
This rhyming Halloween counting book has children counting from one to ten and back down again. Detailed black and white illustrations and a fun storyline make for a Halloween treat that always entertain.

5. Spooky Pookie by Sandra Boyton
Pookie the Pig decides on the perfect costume for Halloween! This new board book written by beloved children’s author and illustrator, Sandra Boyton promises to be a surefire addition to your Halloween book collection. Little ones will love this frightenly good story!

6. Five Little Pumpkins by Dan Yaccarine
Another exceptional board book that your children will love reading over and over again! Bold vibrant illustrations compliment the repetitive storyline of this wickedly fun classic song and finger play. This book is a definite Halloween staple for the month of October.

7. The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams illustrated by Megan Lloyd
A little old lady takes a walk through the forest and encounters some silly scary sounds along the way. This rousing good read is a surefire read-aloud Halloween hit!

8. Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
This book features the broomstick adventures of a witch and her animal friends. Great lyrics and a repetitive rhythm result in a “spooktacular” book that will put your children in the holiday mood!

9. In a Dark, Dark Wood: An Old Tale with a New Twist by David A. Carter
Get ready to read this seasonal favorite over and over again. The predictable repetitive phrases encourage children to join in and become active participants in reading aloud this classic Halloween story. Written for young children, this book features a pop-up not to spooky surprise that is perfect for all ages.

10. Big Pumpkin by Erica Silverman Illustrated by S.D. Schindler
This Halloween tale tells a story of a witch who grew a “big pumpkin” and needs a little assistance to transport it back home. With a little help from her friends Vampire, Ghost, Mummy and Bat, she finally succeeds. Ending with pumpkin pie for all, Big Pumpkin includes the perfect mix of humor, teamwork and Halloween magic making this book is a true treasure that will entertain readers of all ages.