29 months - A cute book, great for little kids who like flaps. Answers the question of what Halloween is on the surface, pumpkins, costumes and trick or treating so don't expect a history lesson with this one. ( )

Little girl mouse learns about Halloween from her parents, and we learn alongside her. We learn about dressing up in costume, carving a pumpkin, and trick-or-treating. The treats may be candy, baked goods, or fruit - a refreshing change from the focus on sweets. As she learns about each new concept, we lift a flap to reveal the rest of the picture: trick-or-treaters behind the door, or a closet that opens to show costume ideas, or a pumpkin that goes from whole to cut with decorations. This is an ideal starter for young children who are just learning about Halloween. Thick pages and flaps are geared toward the toddler and up age.

Apparently Little Mouse has no clue what Halloween is, so her parents tell her about it and help her get ready by carving a pumpking, getting her into a costume, and taking her trick-or-treating. ( )