What are some good scary stories to read aloud?

Well, 'Room on the Broom' can be a bit of a spooky read aloud for younger kids. The witch and the various creatures she meets along the way create an eerie atmosphere. Then there's 'The Graveyard Book' which is set in a graveyard and has a boy raised by ghosts. It has some tense moments that can be a bit scary. And don't forget 'The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything'. The rhythmic text and the spooky things that follow the old lady are quite exciting to read aloud to kids.

There's 'Ruby's Valentine' by Peggy Rathmann. Ruby wants to make a very special valentine for her valentine. The story is full of cute illustrations and a sweet message. 'Porcupining: A Prickly Love Story' is also a good one. It shows how two porcupines find a way to be close to each other in a unique and loving way. These stories are great for read aloud during Valentine's Day.

A good winter read aloud story could be 'The Mitten'. It's about a little boy who loses his mitten in the snow and all kinds of animals find it and make it their warm home. 'The Polar Express' is also very popular. It takes readers on a magical train ride to the North Pole, full of wonder and Christmas spirit. Then there's 'Red Sled' which has no words but tells a fun story of different animals using a sled in the snow through its pictures.

The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen is a great one. It has a lot of beautiful descriptions of the wintry landscapes and a very engaging story about a girl's journey in a frozen world. Another good one is 'The Night Before Christmas'. It's a classic and has a fun, festive feel to it that's perfect for reading aloud during the winter holidays.

The story of 'The Nutcracker' is great to read aloud. It's full of magic and adventure as the young girl Clara embarks on a journey with the Nutcracker. Another one is 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens. It's a classic that tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation during the Christmas season.

A great Easter story to read aloud is the account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem before his crucifixion. It shows the anticipation and the events that unfolded towards the Easter story. Additionally, the parables that Jesus told during this time, like the parable of the lost son, can also be related to Easter in a way. Reading these aloud can engage the listeners and make them think about the deeper meaning of Easter, as well as the teachings of Jesus.

Some popular toddler read aloud stories include 'Where the Wild Things Are'. It's a story about a boy who travels to a land of wild creatures, and the vivid pictures can engage toddlers' imaginations. 'Caps for Sale' is a good one too. It has a simple plot about a peddler and some monkeys stealing his caps, which can be fun for toddlers to listen to. 'The Little Engine That Could' is also a classic. The positive message of perseverance can be instilled in toddlers as they listen to the little engine trying to climb the hill.

One great option could be 'The Call of the Wild' by Jack London. It's an exciting tale of a dog's adventures.

'Hatchet' is also an excellent choice. The story of a boy stranded in the wilderness and his struggle to survive using only a hatchet can be very inspiring. Reading it aloud while camping can make you appreciate the beauty and challenges of nature even more.