Spooky, Scary Skeletons

Author Andrew Gold Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

For Ages
4 to – 8

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 8 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.