Spooky, Scary Skeletons

A Sing-Along Picture Book Based on the Hit Song

Andrew Gold ∙ Illustrated by Polona Lovsin

Board Book

Published on Aug 12, 2025 | 28 Pages

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Hardcover

Published on Aug 27, 2024 | 32 Pages

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Ebook

Published on Aug 27, 2024 | 32 Pages

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Grades Up to Preschool
Ages 0–3

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.

"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

ISBN 9780593903070 (Board Book)
Published on Aug 12, 2025
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 28
Dimensions 7-1/2 x 7-1/2
Age Range 0-3 years
Grade Up to Preschool
Reading Level Lexile: AD390L | Fountas/Pinnell: L

ISBN 9780593903049 (Hardcover)
Published on Aug 27, 2024
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Dimensions 10 x 10
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD390L | Fountas/Pinnell: L

ISBN 9780593903063 (Ebook)
Published on Aug 27, 2024
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD390L | Fountas/Pinnell: L

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, such as "Spooky, Scary Skeletons" and "Lonely Boy"—and so much more.

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 for detailed and character-rich illustrations, often losing herself in them for hours. Her work is further inspired by her two daughters and two playful corgis.