Childrens Books About Witches
I’m all about introducing fun, themed book ideas to kids! With Halloween coming up soon, why not take a peek at these Children’s Books about Witches? And don’t stop here! I have a ton of book recommendations for all ages to dive into and enjoy reading!
These books will appeal to a wide variety of readers and are perfect for a family story night at home!
Have fun celebrating Halloween and using these books as a great way to work on reading skills while having fun.
From stories to facts to coloring – these books will help you teach your kids everything there is to know about Witches – from funny, fake ones to Shakespeare and Salem!
How does themed reading encourage kids to read more?
Themed reading makes books feel like part of an adventure—connecting stories to things kids already love boosts curiosity, motivation, and comprehension.
Here’s how themed reading encourages kids to read more:
- Makes Reading Feel Fun and Relevant:
When books match a theme kids are excited about—like dinosaurs, space, or Halloween—they’re more likely to dive in. It connects reading to their interests rather than feeling like a chore. - Builds Anticipation and Routine:
A theme gives reading a sense of purpose. Kids might look forward to “pirate week” or “animal month,” which helps establish a regular reading habit. - Boosts Comprehension and Connection:
Themed books often build on one another, letting kids make connections between stories and ideas. This deepens understanding and keeps them engaged longer. - Encourages Creativity and Play:
Themes can extend beyond reading—kids can draw, craft, or play pretend based on what they’ve read. This hands-on engagement strengthens their bond with books. - Supports Confidence and Independence:
Familiar topics make reading less intimidating. When children recognize words or ideas from a theme they know, they feel more capable and excited to keep going.
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More Witch Educational Resources:
- Find the Letter W is for Witch
- Fun Witch Craft (it is about 1/2 way down the page)
- Popsicle Stick Witch Magnet
More Holiday and Seasonal Books for Kids:
- Easter Books for Kids
- Valentine’s Day Books for Kids
- Books about the Frozen movies
- Friday the 13th Kindle Books for Kids
- Mardi Gras Books for Kids
Fal Printables
1
What Were the Salem Witch Trials?
Something wicked was brewing in the small town of Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. It started when two girls, Betty Parris and Abigail Williams, began having hysterical fits. Soon after, other local girls claimed they were being pricked with pins. With no scientific explanation available, the residents of Salem came to one conclusion: it was witchcraft!
See it here
2
Kids’ Witches & Wizards (Everything Kids Series)
Fueled by characters from the wizards of the Harry Potter books to the witches of TV's Charmed, the desire to be a witch or a wizard has never been stronger. The Everything Kids' Witches and Wizards Book is packed with information on tools of the wizard trade — from wands to brooms to pouches. Kids can learn how to cast spells for friendship, love or good grades, then “brew” potions, predict the future, fend off evil, and much, much, more!
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3
The Guide to Ride A Broom – for witches (Halloween Books for Kids)
Peggy has a test. She need to pass her broomstick test before next week.So the best way is to ask her grandmother…Yes…Peggy's grandmother is a witch….
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4
MacBeth : For Kids
“Who is William Shakespeare?” For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and up.Macbeth for Kids, written in rhyming couplets is suitable for staging as class plays as well as reading aloud.
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5
The Witches
Grandmamma loves to tell about witches. Real witches are the most dangerous of all living creatures on earth. There's nothing they hate so much as children, and they work all kinds of terrifying spells to get rid of them. Her grandson listens closely to Grandmamma's stories—but nothing can prepare him for the day he comes face-to-face with The Grand High Witch herself!
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6
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: Picture Book Edition
A picture book retelling of C. S. Lewis's classic story, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, for the youngest fans! Introduce them to the magic of Narnia with this picture book featuring illustrations by Tudor Humphries.Now younger children can share the magical experience, entering into a world of enchantment that will forever lure them back. Four adventurous siblings step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land frozen in eternal winter—but never Christmas—cursed by the power of the White Witch. Only Aslan, the Great Lion, can reverse her wicked spell.
See it here
7
Room on the Broom
The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch's hat, then her bow, and then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom. But is there room on the broom for so many friends? And when disaster strikes, will they be able to save the witch from a hungry dragon?
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8
Little Witch Goes to School: A Little Witch Book
Little Witch wants to go to school just like her friends, but her mother thinks she should stay home and learn from her witchy aunts. Mother Witch finally agrees to let Little Witch go, but only if she promises to be very, very bad. It's a wild ride on a broomstick that kids won't soon forget! The third book in the popular Little Witch series, Little Witch Goes to School has all the mixed-up magic and quirky humor kids have come to love in the first two books.
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9
The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches
Wendy is a little witch who feels she can never measure up to her bossy older sisters, who boast of their flying, potion-making, and spellcasting skills. One Halloween night, however, Wendy makes a startling discovery — she can fly even faster than her sisters. With courage and cleverness, she ultimately out-wits them and finds confidence in her own abilities.
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10
The Witch’s Cat and The Cooking Catastrophe
One day, a witch’s cat discovers a dusty old cookbook and hatches a plan to surprise its absent owner with a homemade lunch. Unfortunately, the cat’s excitement outpaces its culinary skills, and by ignoring key instructions, things take a magical turn for the worse.
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Which of these witch books for kids are you going to dive into first?
