The Fall weather is finally setting in, just in time for the end-of-October festivities and celebrations!
Many young children are looking forward to celebrating Halloween by trick-or-treating and dressing up in Halloween costumes. You might have children who will be celebrating Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with their families as well.
To help get everyone in the spirit, we are sharing a few books that can be enjoyed with young children, as they get excited for the festivities.
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This fun story about a young skeleton with a body that can’t seem to stay together will be enjoyed by children in preschool and pre-k. Children will enjoy the book’s silly illustrations and sweet story about friendship.
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Sandra Boynton’s books are always a favorite in toddler and young preschool classrooms. This story follows a pig named Pookie, who is trying to decide what to be for Halloween. The book’s rhymes and illustrations will be enjoyed by toddlers and preschoolers as they get excited for their own costumes and Halloween celebrations.
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Julia Donaldson’s stories are always classroom favorites, and this book is no exception. In this story, a witch and her cat try to give rides to all of their friends, hoping there is room for everyone on her broom. This is a humorous story of friendship that will be enjoyed by children in preschool and pre-k.
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This book is simple and easy-to-read with side-by-side English and Spanish translations for early learners to learn about the meaning of the Day of the Dead celebration. The book’s vibrant pictures and colorful illustrations will keep toddlers and young preschoolers engaged.
This colorful story explores how children get ready to celebrate Día de Los Muertos. From decorating with colored streamers and sugar skulls to making bread to honor their deceased ancestors, preschoolers will learn about cultural traditions, while being introduced to Spanish vocabulary.
This book gives children an opportunity to practice early literacy and alphabet skills learning about Day of the Dead history and traditions. The story’s vibrant illustrations are engaging for preschoolers, with Spanish vocabulary included throughout the story.
