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Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween!

Try these tools and tips for a sweet, safe, and not too-scary holiday.
 

Resources

Telling Spooky Stories
Author and performer Donna Washington shares age-appropriate storytelling tips.

Book Lists

Spooky (But Not Too Scary) Picture Books
At Halloween or any time of year, feast on these not-so-frightening tales.
Spooky, Scary Chapter Books
Boo! These Halloween and horror tales are just right for beginning and independent readers who want a terrifying (but not too terrifying) tale.
Celebrate Halloween!
Get your 5-7 year old in the ghoulish spirit with these fun tales.
Read-Them-If-You Dare Horror Tales for Tweens
If your middle-schooler has a penchant for spooky stories, try these terrifying titles.
Parent Guide to Book Genres: Horror, Thrillers, and Scary Stories
Hook your child on books with spooky tales.

Activities

A Frightfully Fun Party
Set a Halloween mood with games and activities that will have kids howling for more.
Easy-to-Make Costumes
Simple templates create an endless variety of costumes.
Storybook Costumes
For Halloween or any time of year, bring books alive with these cute outfits.
Wacky Wigs
by Megan Pflug
Top off your child's Halloween costume with some hilarious hair.
Pumpkin Sculpture
Make a Halloween pumpkin with your baby.
Hanging Ghost
Add some spooky homemade fun to your family's Halloween.
Flock of Bats
Boost your Halloween's spooky factor with these flying friends.

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