Sunday, October 11, 2026

Jeff O'Lantern written by Charlie Greenwald, illustrated by Jalke van Antwerpen - ESSENTIAL

Jeff O'Lantern written by Charlie Greenwald, illustrated by Jalke van Antwerpen.  PICTURE BOOK. Magination Press (American Psychological Association), 2026.  $20.  9781433848469

BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS – ESSENTIAL

AUDIENCE APPEAL: SEVERAL

Everyone knows Jack O’Lantern. He has the scariest face and he is the best at spooking the trick-o-treaters in line. But Jack has a younger brother, Jeff O’Lantern. Jeff has a friendly smile and kind eyes. Does he have to live up to Jack’s scary reputation, or can he find his own path this Halloween?

A sweet story about individuality and self-acceptance from the American Psychological Association, Jeff O’Lantern is flat-out adorable. It’s basically a Pixar short film in picture book format. The illustrations are colorful and eye-catching, and kids are going to eat this up during the spooky season.

Kiera, ELA teacher, #bookswithbeddes

  

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