That Terrible Halloween Night

In James Stevenson's "That Terrible Halloween Night," young Louie and Mary Ann attempt to spook their Grandpa, who claims he's un-scareable. Grandpa then recounts the "dreadful Halloween night" from his own childhood, a night so terrifying it supposedly turned him into an old man. This charming chapter book blends a cozy family framing story with a whimsical, slightly spooky adventure featuring monsters, bats, and a giant spider. It's a delightful read-aloud that explores themes of fear, bravery, and the power of storytelling, all wrapped in Stevenson's signature humor and full-color illustrations. Perfect for children aged 4-8.

This is a great children’s story with some funny parts and creepy twist ending. It stuck with me for a long time. That Terrible Halloween Night is an adorable story that you will enjoy reading and sharing with others. **''Grandpa tells Louie and Mary Ann of the dreadful Halloween night that turned him into an old man.''** It's Halloween, but Mary Ann and Louie can't seem to scare Grandpa, no matter how they try. "I don't get very scared anymore," he explains, "not since that terrible Halloween night." And, as the children sit spellbound, Grandpa begins to tell them the story of how, when he was a child .... **Full-color pictures**