Books Like Oliver and Amanda's Halloween
Families who loved Oliver and Amanda's Halloween by Jean Van Leeuwen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Oliver and Amanda's Halloween by Jean Van Leeuwen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is oscillating between the bravado of wanting to be a 'big kid' and the very real jitters that come with the spooky shadows of Halloween. It is a perfect choice for navigating the sensory and emotional overwhelm that often accompanies holiday traditions like costume-making and trick-or-treating. Through the gentle lens of the Pig family, the story follows siblings Oliver and Amanda as they navigate the small hurdles of the season: choosing a costume that feels right, carving a pumpkin without getting too messy, and finding the courage to walk into the dark. It normalizes the fact that even fun things can feel a little bit scary. Parents will appreciate the warm, supportive family dynamic that encourages creativity and bravery at a child's own pace, making it an ideal read for the preschool to early elementary transition.
