One great kid - friendly scary Halloween story is 'The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything'. It's about a little old lady who encounters a series of spooky things like shoes that go 'clomp, clomp' and pants that go 'wiggle, wiggle' but she shows no fear. In the end, she uses her wits to turn the spooky things into something fun. Another is 'Room on the Broom'. It has a witch who loses her things while flying on her broomstick and different animals help her. There's a bit of a scary moment when a dragon shows up, but it all ends well.
A good kid - friendly scary Halloween story could be about a haunted tree. In a small town, there's a big, old tree in the park. Every Halloween, strange noises come from it. One year, a group of brave kids decide to find out what's going on. As they get closer, they see shadows moving around the tree. But when they finally reach it, they find out that it's just some squirrels that have made their home in the hollow part of the tree. They were the ones making the noises as they moved around their acorn stash. It's a bit scary at first but has a funny and non - threatening ending.
Well, first of all, the scary elements should be more on the side of mystery and the unknown rather than pure horror. For instance, in 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow', the Headless Horseman is spooky because we don't really know who he is or why he's there. But it doesn't involve things like excessive blood or body parts which are not suitable for kids. The characters in kid - friendly scary stories should also be relatable. In 'The Graveyard Book', the boy growing up in the graveyard is a character kids can empathize with. He has to deal with being different and facing scary things, just like kids might feel scared in new or unknown situations. Another factor is the tone. It should not be too dark throughout. There should be some light - hearted moments or humor to break up the scares, like in 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' where there are some spooky but also funny moments.
There's also 'The Campfire Ghost'. The story goes that long ago, a camper disappeared near the campfire area. Every now and then, when the campfire is lit at night, you can see a faint figure sitting on a log near the fire. But it's not a harmful ghost. Some say it's just the lost camper's spirit, still enjoying the warmth of the campfire. Legend has it that if you offer a marshmallow to the figure, it will disappear until the next campfire night.
Use lots of sound effects. For example, if you're telling a story about a monster in the woods, make growling sounds or rustling of leaves sounds. It brings the story to life.
Use lots of sound effects. For example, if you're telling a story about a spooky forest, make rustling noises with leaves or branches. This really helps kids imagine the setting better and makes the story more exciting.
To make your own kid - friendly scary Halloween story, you should consider the age of the kids you're targeting. For younger kids, keep it really simple and use more humorous elements. For example, a story about a pumpkin that comes to life and just wants to play hide - and - seek with the kids in the yard. But for older kids, you can add a bit more mystery. Say, a story about a strange old book in the local library that glows on Halloween night. When a group of kids open it, they find themselves in a spooky world full of magical creatures. They have to find their way back by solving riddles. Always make sure to end the story on a positive note, so the kids aren't left feeling too scared.
They are usually simple. The plots are easy for kids to follow, like in 'Rudolph the Red - Nosed Reindeer' where the story is straightforward. They often have positive messages such as kindness, like in 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'. And they usually feature Christmas elements like Santa, reindeer, and presents.
Another great story is about the resurrection of Jesus in a kid - friendly way. It can be told as Jesus being a very kind man who was put in a tomb, but then on Easter, he came back to life. This story is often told with simple language and pictures in children's books, teaching them about the religious significance of Easter in a way they can understand. For example, the empty tomb can be shown as a symbol of new life and hope. The story also includes how Jesus' friends were very happy when they saw him again.
Archie Comics are generally kid-friendly. They often focus on friendship, school life, and fun experiences. The art style is also appealing to kids. But as with any comic, it's a good idea for parents to review them first to ensure they align with their child's age and sensibilities.