Franklin's Halloween
By Paulette Bourgeois
The Story
A young turtle gets ready for a Halloween party with his friends, but his excitement turns to worry when he becomes convinced a real ghost has shown up.
Why It's Special
For the kid who loves dressing up but still checks under the bed afterward, this one meets that mix of excitement and nerves head-on.
- Big idea: It's normal for fun and fear to show up on the same night — and even good friends need help sorting out what's real.
- Vibes: Cozy, a little spooky, warm at the finish
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy stories about Halloween and costumes
- are working on handling nighttime fears
- like to talk through what's real and pretend
- respond well to familiar characters in gentle, relatable trouble
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What made Franklin think there was a real ghost at the party?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Franklin felt when he got scared at his own party?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever felt scared even when you knew you were somewhere safe and fun?
- Imagination: What costume would you wear to Franklin's Halloween party?
