Books About Scary Noises

The Best Scary Noises Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about scary noises? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 6 Favorite Books About Scary Noises

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2013

The Dragonsitter

By Debbie Leppanen, Tad Carpenter (Illustrator)

Join ghouls and ghosts for a moonlit Halloween party in playful poems.

40 pages
4.8/7 Bookroo·3.6/5 Goodreads · 110 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Get ready for a Halloween spook-tacular with fifteen playful poems featuring hungry ghouls, sneaky ghosts, and frisky skeletons. As the wind howls and leaves blow, these happy haunters revel in moonlit mischief. Will you join their monstrous good time?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Duck, Duck, Dinosaur and the Noise at Night

A mysterious noise disrupts a cozy first night in the nest.

40 pages· 371 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.4/7 Bookroo·3.7/5 Goodreads · 292 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Feather, Flap, and Spike settle into their new nest, ready for a peaceful night's sleep. But when a mysterious 'GRRORE!' echoes through the night, their imaginations run wild. What could it be? As they huddle together, the trio must confront their fears and discover the source of the noise. This charming tale blends humor and comfort, perfect for anyone who's ever been spooked by nighttime sounds.
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2003

We All Go Traveling By

Discover colorful, noisy vehicles as kids journey to school.

24 pages
4.3/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 168 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Join a lively group of children as they embark on a vibrant journey to school. Starting with the cheerful yellow school bus, each mode of transportation introduces a new color and sound. Will they reach their destination on time? Explore the bustling world of vehicles in this engaging adventure.
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2010

Boo!

A little ghost struggles to be spooky for a Halloween contest.

32 pages· 15 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.2/5 Goodreads · 110 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: A little ghost dreams of winning his school's Halloween costume contest, but there's a problem—he can't make a scary face. Can he find a way to be spooky enough to win? Join this earnest spirit on a colorful journey filled with challenges and surprises, where the only word you'll need is "Boo!"
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2019

Ghastly Ghosts

By Teresa Bateman, Ken Lamug (Illustrator)

Old Dave faces ghosts in a haunted coal shed. Can he find a clever solution?

32 pages
3.5/7 Bookroo·3.7/5 Goodreads · 116 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Old Dave inherits a seemingly quiet house, but eerie whispers of 'ghastly ghosts' from the coal shed disturb his peace. As the fireplace runs out of coal, Dave must confront the haunted shed. With spirits lurking, can Dave devise a plan that benefits both him and the spectral residents? Discover the unexpected twist in this spooky, fun tale.
Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2016

The Raven

A mysterious raven visits, unraveling a haunting tale of lost love and despair.

14 pages· 1,067 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
3.5/7 Bookroo·4.7/5 Goodreads · 122 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a dimly lit chamber, a grieving man encounters a raven that speaks only one word: 'Nevermore.' As the night deepens, the bird's presence stirs memories of lost love and unravels his sanity. What secrets does the raven hold, and will the man find solace or succumb to madness? Experience Edgar Allan Poe's classic poem brought to life in a mesmerizing pop-up design that captures the eerie beauty and chilling mystery of this timeless tale.
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