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A curated list of the top 10 Halloween books for kids in 2025, blending fun, fantasy, and gentle spooks.
Features a mix of new releases and timeless classics perfect for bedtime reading, classrooms, and family storytelling.
Highlights themes of courage, friendship, and imagination, making Halloween a season of learning as much as laughter.
spike, kids around the world look for books that add a touch of Halloween magic and mayhem. Children’s Halloween books are entertaining, but they also foster imagination, bravery, and compassion. The books allow youngsters to experience the haunted season responsibly, often with a moral compass riding silently alongside the fun.
This curated list features newly published picture books brimming with humor and charm, along with ageless tales adored by generations. From bedtime read-alouds to classroom selections, here’s an ultimate list for all ages and stages of reading.
This Halloween crop of stories shows that ‘spooky’ does not equal scary. Writers are focusing on fun, family, and friendship, crafting inclusive stories that help children find the spirit of the holiday.
One of the most highly anticipated new arrivals, Little Boo is about a mischievous ghost who accidentally switches places with his baby sister, setting off a chain of humorous, touching events. Maddie Frost’s illustrations are full of color and personality, so this book is a visual treat. Suitable for 4–8-year-olds, it’s a good reminder that ghosts can get sibling tantrums too.
Ratings: 4.8
Price: Rs. 288
For young readers, this happy board book offers rhymes and routines bound in witchy fun. From taking care of the cat to sweeping the floor, the ‘to-do’ list transforms everyday chores into magic spells. Colorful artwork and rhythmic storytelling make it a happy Halloween introduction for toddlers.
Ratings: 5.0
Price: Rs. 1,427
With a buzzing title, The Zombees is the story about a beehive that won’t die. Witty, humorous, and full of puns, it’s an excellent lesson in teamwork and bravery, ideal for a little older child who enjoys a touch of ghoulish humor.
Ratings: 5.0
Price: Rs. 1,487
Written by actor Aubrey Plaza and Dan Murphy, this new release brings the fun of hosting the ultimate Halloween party. The story honors creativity, friendship, and acceptance, making it a perfect choice for classroom or community library group readings. It’s a reminder that the best part of Halloween isn’t candy, it’s being together.
Ratings: 4.7
Price: Rs. 419.65 (Kindle Edition)
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Some titles have a certain vintage charm but still feel fresh and relevant.
The book by Flavia Z Drago is about Gustavo, a shy ghost, who finds confidence and friendship. The story's message about self-acceptance and bravery is meaningful, while the artwork inspired by Día de los Muertos gives Halloween reading a cultural twist.
Ratings: 4.9
Price: Rs. 1,610
With kind humor and warm, real emotion, Stumpkin narrates the story of a pumpkin that’s lost its stem, and its dream of being a jack-o’-lantern. Children identify immediately with Stumpkin’s embarrassment at being left out, and the conclusion offers a quiet but inspiring lesson in self-esteem.
Ratings: 4.9
Price: Rs. 1,508
Older children who are looking for more action can read these classic Halloween favorites.
Bradbury’s poetic, time-traveling story is still a must-read. It whisks readers on a trip through history, from ancient rituals to contemporary celebrations, rediscovering the roots of Halloween itself. It’s both fun and provocative, making it perfect for readers ages 8-12.
Ratings: 4.6
Price: Rs. 1,547
Roald Dahl’s wicked classic continues to charm new generations. Under its eerie plot, in which a boy and his grandmother discover a coven of witches who despise children, is a tale of bravery, brains, and devotion. For most pre-teens, this novel is their first ‘real’ Halloween experience.
Rating: 4.6
Price: Rs. 1,232
Certain books are like familiar friends, reassuring, humorous, and always a welcome presence on Halloween.
The sweetness of this classic story about brother and sister bears teaches kids that first impressions aren't the last and that kindness wins in every situation. The story introduces children to the topics of ghosts and costumes by blending gentle suspense with moral instruction, making it a comforting read for them.
Ratings: 4.8
Price: Rs. 3,722
The comic strip from the Peanuts cartoon special, which has been repeated for this Halloween, remains a classic. Linus’s relentless belief in the Great Pumpkin, together with Schulz’s clever dialogue, provides the viewers with a cocktail of laughter and tears. It is a combination of fun, laughter, and memory all in one fantastic package.
Ratings: 4.8
Price: Rs. 4,400
Note: The book ratings have been sourced from Amazon.in, and the Analytics Insight team has independently reviewed them. Prices mentioned in each section were recorded on October 30, 2025, and may vary depending on location and edition type.
Parents can use Gustavo to start a talk about self-confidence, or Luna and the Witch to teach cooperation. Teachers can relate The Halloween Tree to a history lesson or ask the students to make their own creepy stories inspired by Little Boo.
Indian readers can access all these books as e-books or even order them online. Establishing a small ‘spooky shelf’ at home, with fairy lights, snacks, and soothing music, can turn October nights into a relaxing family experience.
With the increasing exposure to screens and fleeting attention, books still have something no other medium can match: the pleasure of imagination. Halloween books give children room to experience fear, humor, and courage.
From Little Boo’s ghostly laughter to The Halloween Tree’s profound introspection, these books show that the true Halloween magic doesn’t reside in ghostly disguises or sweets; it lies in experiencing a different world through imagination.
1. What is the recommended age limit for kids’ Halloween books?
The age range is toddlers (3+) to tweens (12), providing adorable, spooky fun and teaching kids morals appropriate to their age.
2. Are Halloween books too scary for kids?
Most of them are gentle, humorous, and imaginative, portraying friendship and the bravery to face rather than fear or horrors.
3. Where can I find Halloween books for children in India?
They are available at online bookstores and large retailers such as Amazon and Flipkart in paperback, hardcover, and e-book formats.
4. What Halloween books are suitable for reading in the classroom?
Luna and the Witch and Little Boo are ideal for group stories and classroom creative activities.
5. What are the benefits of reading Halloween books for children?
Contemporary fantasy literature is being reshaped, and readers are being enchanted by the new storytelling worlds created by these innovative and insightful books.
