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    4 Great New Kids Books for Halloween: Witches, Cats, and … Peanut Butter

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze4 Mins Read Ages 0-3 Ages 4-8 Animal Books Book Lists Food and Drink Gift Books Halloween Books Picture Books Seasonal: Holiday Books
    4 Great New Kids Books for Halloween_ Witches, Cats, and … Peanut Butter
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    The Children’s Book Review | October 14, 2015

    4 Great New Kids Books for Halloween_ Witches, Cats, and … Peanut Butter

    There are quite a few things synonymous with Halloween: black cats, witches, pumpkins, costumes, and basically anything spooky. These halloween books, or, perhaps, more aptly labeled as books perfect for Halloween, do an excellent job of evoking the Halloween spirit …

    It's Raining Bats & FrogsIt’s Raining Bats and Frogs

    Written by Rebecca Colby

    Illustrated by Steven Henry

    Publisher’s Synopsis: Delia has been looking forward all year to flying in the annual Witch Parade. But parade day brings heavy rain. So, Delia takes action. Using her best magic, Delia changes the rain to cats and dogs. But that doesn’t work too well! Then hats and clogs. That doesn’t work either! Each new type of rain brings a new set of problems. How can Delia save the day?

    Ages 2-5 years | Publisher: Feiwel & Friends | 2015 | ISBN-13: 978-1250049926

    Max the Brave by Ed VereMax the Brave

    Written and Illustrated by Ed Vere
    Publisher’s Synopsis: A New York Times and USA Today Bestseller!Max is a fearless kitten. Max is a brave kitten. Max is a kitten who chases mice. There’s only one problem-Max doesn’t know what a mouse looks like! With a little bit of bad advice, Max finds himself facing a much bigger challenge. Maybe Max doesn’t have to be Max the Brave all the time…Join this adventurous black cat as he very politely asks a variety of animals for help in finding a mouse. Young readers will delight in Max’s mistakes, while adults will love the subtle, tongue-in-cheek humor of this new children’s classic.

    Ages 3-6 | Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky | 2015 | ISBN-13: 978-1492616511

    Peanut Butter and BrainsPeanut Butter & Brains: A Zombie Culinary Tale

    Written by Joe McGee

    Illustrated by Charles Santoso

    Publisher’s Synopsis: Reginald isn’t like the other zombies who shuffle through Quirkville, scaring the townspeople and moaning for BRAINSSSSS! The only thing Reginald’s stomach rumbles for is sticky peanut butter and sweet jelly. He tries to tell his zombie pals that there’s more to life than eating brains, but they’re just not interested. Will Reginald find a way to bring peace to Quirkville and convince the other zombies that there’s nothing better than PB&J?

    Debut author Joe McGee and up-and-coming illustrator Charles Santoso have created a delicious tale about being true to yourself that will make readers hungry for more.

    Ages 4-8 | Publisher: Harry N. Abrams | 2015 | ISBN-13: 978-1419712470

    Happy Halloween, Witch's Cat!Happy Halloween, Witch’s Cat!

    Written and Illustrated by Harriet Muncaster

    Publisher’s Synopsis: A little girl believes her mother is a good witch, and she is a special witch’s cat. Together, they’re out to find the perfect Halloween costume. But what could be better than being a witch’s cat?

    To create the whimsical world of Witch’s Cat, author-illustrator Harriet Muncaster handcrafted miniature three-dimensional scenes using paper, foil, fabric, and other materials, then photographed them for a truly magical look. Readers will love discovering all the dazzling, tiny details in the charming world Muncaster has created.

    With plenty of witchy magic and sparkle, this not-too-spooky story is a Halloween treat that will be enjoyed throughout the year.

    Ages 4-8 years | Publisher: HarperCollins | 2015 | ISBN-13: 978-0062229168

    I Want to Eat Your BooksI Want to Eat Your Books

    Written by Karin Lefranc

    Illustrated by Tyler Parker

    Publisher’s Synopsis: He’s limping strangely down the hall with outstretched arms and a groaning drawl. A zombie! Could it really be? You race to class, but turn to see he’s sitting in the desk right next to you!

    But odds are you’ll probably be okay, because this is no ordinary zombie. This zombie doesn’t want to eat your brains–he wants to eat your books! And he’s not a picky eater with a taste for all genres from mystery to history! But when the zombie catches a whiff of the school library, the children need to come up with a plan fast before all their books become history!

    This monster book is silly and fun, with a strong message about kindness and friendship. The little zombie teaches kids not to jump to conclusions and to give everyone a chance. This is the perfect monster book for little ones who want a thrill but aren’t looking for anything too scary. I Want to Eat Your Books is a monstrously fun story not only for Halloween but all year round!

    Ages 4-8 years | Publisher: Sky Pony Press | 2015 | ISBN-13: 978-1634501729

    The list “4 Great New Kids Books for Halloween: Witches, Cats, and … Peanut Butter” was curated by Bianca Schulze. Discover more articles on The Children’s Book Review tagged with Bravery, Cats, Zombies, and Halloween Books.

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    Bravery Cats Charles Santoso Ed Vere Feiwel & Friends books Halloween Halloween Books HarperCollins Harriet Muncaster Harry N. Abrams Books Joe McGee Karin Lefranc Rebecca Colby Sky Pony Press Steven Henry Zombies
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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

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