Queen of Halloween (Ann Estelle Stories) [Hardcover]

Mary Engelbreit (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Ann Estelle Stories

Wearing the perfect fairy queen costume, with her friend Michael by her side, Ann Estelle is ready for a Halloween night on the town. And what a night it is—full of ghosts and mummies and witches and wizards, and lots of candy, of course.

But Halloween can also be a little bit scary, as Ann Estelle discovers when she tries trick-or-treating at the spookiest house in town. It's awfully dark up there . . . and the pathway is awfully long. Will Ann Estelle be brave enough to ring the bell?

Little trick-or-treaters will enjoy this Halloween outing that sparkles with Mary Engelbreit's signature wit and charm.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2—This title celebrates all that is a little bit spooky on this fun holiday. Ann Estelle is dressed as a fairy queen and her friend Michael is a pirate. She does not want to admit that she is a little frightened about trick-or-treating even with her dad along. However, she eventually realizes that Michael, too, is scared, and that they can be brave together. Engelbreit has a comforting way of writing—the sentences are descriptive, but with many familiar words, and they are not too long for beginning readers. The illustrations are bright and cheery and capture the excitement that most children feel at the prospect of trick-or-treating. The bottom border on each page is filled with all of the familiar symbols of Halloween that children love.—Susan E. Murray, Glendale Public Library, AZ
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About the Author

Mary Engelbreit grew up studying the illustrations in the vintage storybooks of her mother’s own childhood, and she developed a unique style that harkens back to those simpler times. Mary’s distinctive images have made her a celebrity to millions, who eagerly snap up gift items, calendars, books, fabrics, and more.

Mary’s dearest wish has always been to illustrate for children. Her New York Times bestselling the night before christmas is already part of the holiday tradition for families across the country. Other treasured additions to a child’s first bookshelf are her New York Times bestselling Mary Engelbreit’s Mother Goose, Mary Engelbreit’s Nursery Tales, and Mary Engelbreit’s Fairy Tales.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins; First Edition edition (July 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060081902
• ISBN-13: 978-0060081904
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #536,858 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Mary Engelbreit's aphorisms and artwork appear on millions of greeting cards. Her popularity continues to grow due to the success of her books, calendars, home decor, stationery, and crafting products. She resides in St. Louis, Missouri.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Cute book - Good for girls and boys, October 27, 2008

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E. ZICCARDI (Brecksville, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Queen of Halloween (Ann Estelle Stories) (Hardcover)

This Halloween book is appropriate for both girls and boys - don't be deceived by the title. The main characters in the book are a little girl AND a little boy. The book is the perfect length for preschool aged children and the illustrations are bright and detailed and offer a lot for little eyes to ponder. I would recommend this book for a gift, the classroom, daycare, etc.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story, beautiful pictures, September 11, 2008

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A. M. Murphy (Grand Rapids, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Queen of Halloween (Ann Estelle Stories) (Hardcover)

The story begins as two children, a fairy queen and a pirate, head out for a night of trick or treating. They struggle through feelings of fear and bravery. The story contains a nice little moral by which to learn and grow. The pictures are vibrantly colored and interesting. A wonderful new addition for the Halloween season.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Halloween courage!, October 25, 2008

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Tom Knapp "Rambles.NET editor" (Lancaster, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Queen of Halloween (Ann Estelle Stories) (Hardcover)

"Queen of Halloween" is a treat of a story for very young readers. Never even slightly scary, the book teaches a lesson about courage. Mary Engelbreit's bright and cheerful illustrations make it even more fun to read.

It's a simple little story that is perfect for kids on the spookiest holiday of them all.

by Tom Knapp, Rambles.(n e t) editor