It is that time of year again when all the spooky and frightening things we dread and enjoy rear their heads. The leaves are falling, and the wind is howling, signaling that Halloween is just around the corner. What better way to celebrate Halloween than enjoying some Halloween read-aloud and books?

Halloween is one of the most favorite holidays for children, so finding some great Halloween read-aloud for kids should be on your list. If you need some help, we have a great list of books you can enjoy this spooky season.

Reading is something that, as adults, we should always encourage children to participate in and enjoy. If we can actively participate in reading with children, that is even better. Let us look at some great ways you can involve books in your Halloween celebrations this year:

Spooky Ways to Celebrate a Book-Raising Halloween

Halloween's origins can be traced back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, where people would gather around the fire and dress up in costumes to ward off spirits. Pope Gregory III designated November 1^st as All Saints Day in the eighth century. The day before was called All Hallows Eve. Over time the festival took many shapes until it became its present form of Halloween.

Finding books to read for Halloween is not the only that you can celebrate the season with your kids. There are many crafty and fun things you can do with your child this year that will not only encourage them to read but will also remind them of Halloween:

Dress Up Like Your Favorite Spooky Book Character

Have your child dress up like their favorite Halloween character. There are so many to choose from they may find it difficult. They can use the costume for their school Halloween party or trick or treating.

Make a Crafty Halloween Bookmark

Help your child make a crafty Halloween bookmark. Here is a great video you can reference that shows step-by-step how you can create some cute yet spooky bookmarks with your child.

Halloween Word Lists

Why not make a word list of creepy words that remind you and your child of Halloween? The word list can be made for children of any age. For more minor children, you can write the words yourself. Please have your child draw cobwebs and other Halloween drawings around the word list and tape it up in your house. Whenever anyone uses a word, please give them with a treat!

Character Role Play

Character role-playing is a great way to learn about book characters. Why not learn the lines of characters in scary books and have your child recite the lines? You can take a turn with them and practice playing different scenes. This helps your child learn about a character and will be a super fun activity.

Spooky Storytelling

Storytelling is an ancient method of telling tales. Why not create a campfire and invite some of your child's friends over to participate in some spooky storytelling? You can make some s’mores and have a blast as each child take turns making up scary stories. It will be a scream!

Spine-crawling Books to Read for Halloween

Reading with your child is a perfect way to spend time and create a close bond. Children love being read to, and minor children, especially develop an interest in reading if they are read aloud. Older children can read independently and you can discuss the features of the novel after they have finished.

Just in time for Halloween, we offer 30% off on monthly horror and thriller reads. Add the discount code SPOOKY30, and you are on your way to purchasing a scary Halloween read to curl up with today!

Let us check out some spooky books you can purchase today:

Halloween Horror Reads You Must Check Out

With Halloween in a few weeks, now is the time to purchase some great Halloween read-aloud for you and your children. What a great way to connect with your child and celebrate Halloween's spirit. With such a great variety and a 30% discount, now is a great time to celebrate Halloween reading!

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