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Every fall I go hunting for new Spanish Halloween books to read with my kids. Halloween feels like the perfect excuse to add a little bit of silly and spooky to our bilingual reading time. I love pulling out board books for my youngest, picture books we can all enjoy together, and even Spanish chapter books that keep my older kids turning the pages. Reading these stories is one of the easiest ways to bring more Spanish into our home while creating new traditions and cozy memories.
In this post I’m sharing our favorite 25 Spanish Halloween books for kids and families so you can find the perfect reads for your own October stack.
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Best Spanish Halloween Board Books
Board books are perfect for little hands and short attention spans. These Spanish Halloween board books bring just the right mix of silly and spooky for toddlers and preschoolers who are starting to enjoy the fun of the season.
From Leslie Patricelli’s popular toddler series comes a bilingual board book all about Halloween. With simple text and silly illustrations, it’s a perfect first spooky read for little ones.
Los Monstruos Juegan…¡cucú!
A lift-the-flap favorite in our house! Toddlers will love giggling along with cute monsters hiding under each flap while picking up Spanish words perfect for Halloween.
Los Monstruos Juegan…¡a contar!
A counting story with silly monsters that makes numbers fun in Spanish. It’s a quick, playful read for toddlers and preschoolers.
Little Monster, What Pan Dulce Do You Want?
A little monster is asked again and again which pan dulce it wants. This bilingual board book is a playful mix of Halloween fun and Día de Muertos traditions.
Another favorite from Lil’ Libros. This board book uses the story of La Llorona to count down in English and Spanish.
Osito Tito. La casa encantada
Ever since we moved to Spain, my toddler has been obsessed with the Osito Tito books. In this one, Tito and his friends explore a “haunted” house together—just spooky enough to be fun without being scary.
A Halloween story about a little pumpkin who feels different from the others. With simple text and sweet illustrations, this board book shares a gentle message about kindness and belonging.
Bilingual Baby Touch and Feel: Halloween
A tactile bilingual board book where babies can touch and feel things like pumpkins, witch potions, and bats. Great for introducing Halloween vocabulary in English and Spanish in a fun, hands-on way.
¡Ya llega Halloween!
A flap-book perfect for the days leading up to October 31. Each page hides a fun surprise and helps kids build excitement (and vocabulary) in Spanish.
Our Favorite Spanish Halloween Picture Books
Spanish Halloween picture books are perfect for family reading time. These stories bring just the right mix of fun and spooky to enjoy together during the season.
La viejecita que no le tenía miedo a nada
One of our favorites! This classic Halloween story follows a little old lady who insists she isn’t afraid, even when clothes and a talking pumpkin come to life on her walk home.
Leila, la brujita perfecta
A little witch dreams of winning a baking contest, but baking is harder than she thought. From El mundo de Gustavo, this picture book blends magic, humor, and determination—perfect for Halloween lovers!
Luna Oscura
We read this one all year long — but it really shines at Halloween. Luna, a black cat shunned by her forest community, finds strength and belonging with the help of a friend.
Luna Vlad, El vampirito fabuloso
A Spanish Halloween picture book that celebrates being yourself. Vlad is a little vampire who hides his rosy cheeks until he learns that being different makes him special.
Los Gatos Black on Halloween
A bilingual Halloween picture book filled with black cats, skeletons, and monsters on parade. Fair warning: the illustrations can be spooky, so this one may be better for slightly older kids.
Gustavo el Fantasmita Tímido
Meet Gustavo, a shy little ghost who wants to make friends but can’t find the courage to speak up. A gentle ghost story that works for Halloween or anytime of year.
Cosas de Bruja
In this story, a little witch tries everything to fit in with the others until she learns that her real magic comes from being herself.
El fantasma de las bragas rotas
A not-so-scary ghost is haunting the town, armed with nothing more than smelly underwear. Kids will laugh their way through this silly Halloween story in Spanish.
Un Vampiro Peligrozo
This little vampirito is supposed to be scary—but he just can’t seem to frighten anyone. A Spanish Halloween story with a humorous twist that makes it more silly than spooky.
Guapa
A witch gets ready for a special evening when others start telling her how she should look. This Spanish picture book is a sweet reminder about confidence and being yourself.
Las zanahorias maléficas
Jasper munches on carrots every chance he gets… until he starts seeing them everywhere. Creepy and funny all at once, this Spanish picture book is a great pick for Halloween.
Las zanahorias maléficas
Nine spooky characters meet at midnight for a monster feast—but things get hilariously odd from there. A fun, slightly creepy Spanish picture book that works great for Halloween, though it’s also entertaining any time you’re in the mood for monsters and laughter.
¡Cómo mola tu escoba!
This is the Spanish translation of the classic Room on the Broom. It’s one of those books kids ask for again and again, with a friendly witch, her cat, and lots of silly surprises along the way.
Spanish Halloween Chapter Books
These Spanish chapter books are perfect for kids ready for longer stories with just the right mix of spooky and silly.
Escuela de Espanto #1: ¡La escuela está viva!
Looking for a first Spanish Halloween chapter book? This one starts the Escuela de Espanto series and is just spooky enough to keep kids turning the pages. A great pick for readers ready to move beyond picture books.
El Vampiro Sonámbulo
Three kid detectives find themselves caught up in a vampire mystery. With suspense and humor, this Spanish chapter book is a fun choice for older readers.
Ajo y el vampiro
Garlic thinks she’s a disaster—until rumors of a vampire moving into the castle push her to face her fears. This Spanish chapter book blends humor, heart, and just enough spookiness to make it a fun Halloween read.
Atardecer en el Pueblo Fantasma
My kids love the Casa del Árbol series, and this ghost town adventure is one we always come back to in the fall. It has a little mystery, a touch of spookiness, and plenty of adventure to keep early chapter book readers hooked.
Learn more Spanish this autumn
Once you’ve stocked your shelves with Halloween books, it’s time to dive deeper into seasonal Spanish learning. I’ve created resources for every kind of family — playful preschool courses, bilingual nature study, Waldorf-inspired storytelling, academic workbooks, and more. However you like to bring Spanish into your home, there’s something here to make it simple, meaningful, and fun.
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I hope this list helps you find a few new Spanish Halloween books to add to your shelves this season. Whether you’re reading board books with your toddler, picture books together as a family, or chapter books with your older kids, these stories are such a fun way to bring more Spanish into your home. And when you’re ready to go beyond books, you’ll find my Spanish resources — from play-based preschool courses to nature study, workbooks, and more — ready to support you in every stage of your bilingual journey.
