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by Barbara Robinson (Author) "It was the principal's idea, but it was the Herdmans' fault, according to my mother..." (more)
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Grade 3-5–The Herdmans are back and still causing havoc. This large family of ruffians has terrorized the community in the past by turning on the sprinklers and nearly drowning all the turkeys, spray painting kids, stealing cakes, and making kids buy back their own candy. This time, in an effort to avoid the inevitable Herdman-induced chaos of the Halloween activities, Principal Crabtree proposes that the celebration be held at the school, under the watchful eyes of parents and teachers. The kids are bummed because it will be a trick-or-treatless night, and they would rather face the Herdmans on the street than miss the candy. However, the Herdmans manage to turn the event into a disaster for the adults, and the best Halloween ever for the children. The writing is fast paced and funny, and the plot takes some unexpected if not entirely believable twists; for example, a trap door in the teachers' lounge leads to a boiler room filled with holiday candy stolen and stashed by the Herdmans over the years. This book will have a wide readership, particularly with fans of Robinson's The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (1972) and The Best School Year Ever (1994, both HarperCollins).–Lee Bock, Glenbrook Elementary School, Pulaski, WI
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Gr. 3-6. Except for Imogene, the Herdmans have stayed out of sight, and that's been worrying Beth Bradley and the other kids at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School. It's also worried the mayor, who has canceled trick-or-treating and suspended all candy sales because of previous Herdman Halloween mayhem. The kids aren't looking forward to the alternative celebration--a tame, school-sponsored party, "with a lot of fake witches and spooky music on the PA, and little kid games." But could the Herdmans be planning to sabotage the event? With all the kids in one place, the possibilities are terrifying! Robinson's suspenseful romp will delight fans of previous books featuring the Herdman kids: the buildup to the mischievous collaboration is deliciously tense, the actual pranks are satisfyingly scary, and readers will agree that the Herdmans' interference results in the best Halloween ever. Chris Sherman
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Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Hardcover: 128 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins (July 27, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0060278625
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060278625
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.7 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #750,592 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars another entertaining read, August 15, 2004
Barbara Robinson has provided another fast-paced report on school life - this sequel is entertaining and enlightening for adult readers as well as children. The host of minor players are well described, both funny and believable. Read her other books first if possible, because 'Best Christmas Pageant' and 'Best School Year' give more detailed descriptions of the terrible Herdmans and some other main characters, and this background will increase your enjoyment of 'Best Halloween'. That said, it can certainly be read and enjoyed alone. Recommended!
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5.0 out of 5 stars NO TRICKS HERE - JUST ONE BIG TREAT!, September 12, 2004

No tricks only an enormous treat in this performance by acclaimed Broadway actress Elaine Stritch. She of the gravely voice who won a Tony for her one woman show, and is also a four-time Tony nominee.

Look out, it's almost Halloween and the Herdmans (a family of six rowdy, trouble making kids) are on everyone's minds. They've created such chaos in the past that this year the mayor's going to totally erase Halloween from the city calendar and the principal of Woodrow Wilson School has decided that they'll have a celebration at, of all places, the school. Who can have fun surrounded by parents and teachers?

Not to worry the Herdmans aren't easily foiled. They outwit the adults and show the kids "The Best Halloween Ever."

The fun is in hearing Elaine Stritch telling how it was done. Youngsters in grades 3-5 will love this.

- Gail Cooke
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5.0 out of 5 stars You've got to read this book!, December 3, 2007
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This book is crazy! The Herdmans go into their school for halloween and steal all the candy. When the other kids are looking for the candy, they turn off the power! You really should read this cause it will make you fall over laughing!
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3.0 out of 5 stars great book but end made no sense.
I read The Best Christmas present ever so I ordered this book. It was as good as the first till the ending which made no sense. They never explained why what happened happened. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Luigi fan

5.0 out of 5 stars Great as always
We love all of Barbara Robinson's books. My family read The Best Christmas Pageant Ever when I was young and I read it to my daughter as soon as she was old enough to listen... Read more
Published 18 months ago by AK

4.0 out of 5 stars another funny one from the same author
Those of you who have read the original Herdman saga, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" will enjoy hearing from the Herdmans again. Read more
Published on January 9, 2007 by D. Mckinzie

5.0 out of 5 stars ...a spooktacular tale featuring some tricks, and quite a few treats...
It's a known fact that whenever there's trouble, the six Herdman kids are behind it. Lose a pair of pants? It's the Herdmans. Find your window broken? Read more
Published on October 5, 2006 by Erika Sorocco

5.0 out of 5 stars Ghosts and Goblins Delight
While the Herdmans wrecked lots of the town, they manage to disguise themselves to make the most boring school Halloween party the BEST Halloween party when they give all the... Read more
Published on September 24, 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars The Worst Halloween Ever
This book is about halloween geting canceled because three kids brakeing and stealing stuff so they need to have it in school. Read more
Published on October 31, 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars The Worst Halloween Ever
This book is about halloween geting canceled because three kids brakeing and stealing stuff so they need to have it in school. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Worst Halloween Ever
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