Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat by Julien Chung (9781665954785)

Another winner in the Chicka Chicka series that deserves a spot in your Halloween read alouds. Taking the familiar format of the Chicka Chicka books, the alphabet letters set out to climb the creaky old tree. They are all dressed in costumes as they climb. But when a witch arrives, all of the letters shiver and the branches break and all fall to the ground. The witch invites them to climb up and they all begin again though many of their costumes have changed due to the fall. 

Readers who enjoy this series will love the Halloween version. It’s a great addition to Halloween stories, particularly for those looking for ones that won’t frighten little ones but engage them in the fun of the season. Appropriate for ages 2-4.

Reviewed from e-galley provided by Beach Lane Books.

The Zombees by Justin Colón (9781665922500)

Something is coming through the graveyard in Honey Hills with a buzzing sound. With moans and green skin, the Zombees fly by with their Zombee Queen. Are they here to eat our brains? Get help! But when the people in bee veils show up, the Zombees share the real reason they are there. Told in bold rhymes and with a rollicking rhythm that matches the fast-paced tale, this picture book is a joy to share aloud. The bright illustrations that give clues to what is actually happening will make this book worth reading a few times to see all those touches. 

Let’s hope this one gets lots of buzzz. Appropriate for ages 3-5.

Reviewed from e-galley provided by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers.