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Spooky, Scary Skeletons

Based on the Hit Song

Based on the Hit Song

Based on the Hit Song

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

By Andrew Gold
Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

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Aug 27, 2024 | ISBN 9780593903049 | 4-8 years

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    About Spooky, Scary Skeletons

    Spooky, scary skeletons…will send shivers down your spine in this adorable sing-along picture book based on the TikTok viral song by Andrew Gold (best known for writing The Golden Girls theme song, “Thank You for Being a Friend.”)

    Follow along as five little skeletons go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. But when they take their scares too far, can a skeleton dance save the day?

    Andrew Gold released “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” in 1996. Since then, it has become a viral sensation, with over 9 billion views on both YouTube and TikTok… and counting! Now, fans of all ages can sing along to the complete lyrics, which have been paired with playful illustrations. 

    Spooky, scary skeletons
    Speak with such a screech—
    You’ll SHAKE and SHUDDER in surprise
    When you hear these zombies shriek.

    An ideal read-aloud for Halloween or ANY time of year, this is sure to become a cherished part of family bookshelves for years to come.

    About Spooky, Scary Skeletons

    Spooky, scary skeletons…will send shivers down your spine in this adorable sing-along picture book based on the TikTok viral song by Andrew Gold (best known for writing The Golden Girls theme song, “Thank You for Being a Friend.”)

    Follow along as five little skeletons go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. But when they take their scares too far, can a skeleton dance save the day?

    Andrew Gold released “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” in 1996. Since then, it has become a viral sensation, with over 9 billion views on both YouTube and TikTok… and counting! Now, fans of all ages can sing along to the complete lyrics, which have been paired with playful illustrations. 

    Spooky, scary skeletons
    Speak with such a screech—
    You’ll SHAKE and SHUDDER in surprise
    When you hear these zombies shriek.

    An ideal read-aloud for Halloween or ANY time of year, this is sure to become a cherished part of family bookshelves for years to come.

    About Spooky, Scary Skeletons

    Spooky, scary skeletons…will send shivers down your spine in this adorable sing-along picture book based on the TikTok viral song by Andrew Gold (best known for writing The Golden Girls theme song, “Thank You for Being a Friend.”)

    Follow along as five little skeletons go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. But when they take their scares too far, can a skeleton dance save the day?

    Andrew Gold released “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” in 1996. Since then, it has become a viral sensation, with over 9 billion views on both YouTube and TikTok… and counting! Now, fans of all ages can sing along to the complete lyrics, which have been paired with playful illustrations. 

    Spooky, scary skeletons
    Speak with such a screech—
    You’ll SHAKE and SHUDDER in surprise
    When you hear these zombies shriek.

    An ideal read-aloud for Halloween or ANY time of year, this is sure to become a cherished part of family bookshelves for years to come.

    About Spooky, Scary Skeletons

    Spooky, scary skeletons…will send shivers down your spine in this adorable sing-along picture book based on the TikTok viral song by Andrew Gold (best known for writing The Golden Girls theme song, “Thank You for Being a Friend.”)

    Follow along as five little skeletons go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. But when they take their scares too far, can a skeleton dance save the day?

    Andrew Gold released “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” in 1996. Since then, it has become a viral sensation, with over 9 billion views on both YouTube and TikTok… and counting! Now, fans of all ages can sing along to the complete lyrics, which have been paired with playful illustrations. 

    Spooky, scary skeletons
    Speak with such a screech—
    You’ll SHAKE and SHUDDER in surprise
    When you hear these zombies shriek.

    An ideal read-aloud for Halloween or ANY time of year, this is sure to become a cherished part of family bookshelves for years to come.

    About Andrew Gold

    Andrew Gold was a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who worked on everything from TV theme songs (including “Thank You For Being a Friend” for The Golden Girls), to Linda Ronstadt records (like her breakthrough album Heart Like a Wheel), to his own top-40 hits,… More about Andrew Gold

    About Polona Lovsin

    Polona Lovšin has always been drawn to projects that express her artistic creativity, particularly those that make life’s difficult moments, such as separation or death, more accessible to children. Inspired by her older brother’s drawing ability, she developed a fascination… More about Polona Lovsin

    About Andrew Gold

    Andrew Gold was a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who worked on everything from TV theme songs (including “Thank You For Being a Friend” for The Golden Girls), to Linda Ronstadt records (like her breakthrough album Heart Like a Wheel), to his own top-40 hits,… More about Andrew Gold

    About Polona Lovsin

    Polona Lovšin has always been drawn to projects that express her artistic creativity, particularly those that make life’s difficult moments, such as separation or death, more accessible to children. Inspired by her older brother’s drawing ability, she developed a fascination… More about Polona Lovsin

    About Andrew Gold

    Andrew Gold was a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who worked on everything from TV theme songs (including “Thank You For Being a Friend” for The Golden Girls), to Linda Ronstadt records (like her breakthrough album Heart Like a Wheel), to his own top-40 hits,… More about Andrew Gold

    About Polona Lovsin

    Polona Lovšin has always been drawn to projects that express her artistic creativity, particularly those that make life’s difficult moments, such as separation or death, more accessible to children. Inspired by her older brother’s drawing ability, she developed a fascination… More about Polona Lovsin

    About Andrew Gold

    Andrew Gold was a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who worked on everything from TV theme songs (including “Thank You For Being a Friend” for The Golden Girls), to Linda Ronstadt records (like her breakthrough album Heart Like a Wheel), to his own top-40 hits,… More about Andrew Gold

    About Polona Lovsin

    Polona Lovšin has always been drawn to projects that express her artistic creativity, particularly those that make life’s difficult moments, such as separation or death, more accessible to children. Inspired by her older brother’s drawing ability, she developed a fascination… More about Polona Lovsin

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $18.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Aug 27, 2024 | 32 Pages | 10 x 10 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780593903049

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $21.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Aug 27, 2024 | 32 Pages | 10 x 10 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780593903056

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Ebook | $10.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Aug 27, 2024 | 32 Pages | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780593903063

    Category: Children’s Board Books

    Board Book | $8.99
    Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
    Aug 12, 2025 | 28 Pages | 7-1/2 x 7-1/2 | Baby-3 | ISBN 9780593903070

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    Praise

    “The illustrations loosely take inspiration from the lyrics and serve as the primary driver for the storytelling. They make excellent use of fall colors and exude a sunset glow that truly evokes Halloween.” —Kirkus Reviews

    “Lovsin’s vibrant, full-color illustrations in warm fall shades feel alive, as if each brushstroke dances along with the melody…. making it easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit. Grab a copy of this book to bring some musical magic and fun to holiday reading!“ —School Library Journal

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