38 pages • 1 hour read
Barbara RobinsonThe Best Halloween Ever
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1981A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Best Halloween Ever by Barbara Robinson, fifth-grader Beth Bradley navigates a Halloween turned upside-down when the mayor of her town bans trick-or-treating, prompting their school principal to host a dull Halloween party. The notorious Herdman siblings, known for their wild antics, ultimately bring excitement and unexpected joy to the community's Halloween celebration.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Best Halloween Ever by Barbara Robinson delivers a heartwarming and humorous narrative with beloved characters, drawing praise for its engaging storytelling and vivid depiction of Halloween festivities. Some critiques note predictable plot elements and less character development. Nonetheless, it remains an enjoyable read for young audiences.
Who Should Read The Best Halloween Ever?
A reader who enjoys The Best Halloween Ever by Barbara Robinson is typically a middle-grade student or an adult seeking a nostalgic read. Fans of humor, lighthearted mischief, and seasonal tales will appreciate this book. It parallels the appeal found in Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney and Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
890LBook Details
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Society: Community
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos
Holidays & Occasions
Children's Literature
Realistic Fiction
Humor