Five Friendly Ghosts is a playful, inclusive Halloween counting book that invites children to giggle, count, and explore the season in a whole new way.
Five friendly ghosts are on the move! From owls to scarecrows, each page adds a new surprise-helping children practice early math concepts, notice seasonal details, and follow along with a rhythmic, predictable rhyme.
Designed with accessibility at its heart, this story features:
- Bold, high-contrast illustrations
- Predictable patterns and repetition
- Simple, uncluttered layouts
- Image descriptions woven into the text
Perfect for ages 2-8, Five Friendly Ghosts supports early learners, children with cortical visual impairment (CVI) or low vision, and any child who loves the fun of Halloween. Whether in a classroom, therapy session, or family storytime, this title sparks joy, builds number sense, and makes inclusion part of the tradition.
���� Playful, interactive, and accessible-Five Friendly Ghosts is Halloween fun every child can join!
Edition
Large type / large print edition
Language
Target group
Interest Age: From 2 to 8 years
Edition type
Large type / large print edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 2 mm
Weight
ISBN-13
979-8-9998822-0-2 (9798999882202)
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Amy Shepherd, M.Ed. is a parent, educator, and advocate for children who are blind or visually impaired. Her journey began as the mother of a young man who is legally blind and has grown into a passion for making early learning more accessible and joyful for all children.She serves as the Parent Liaison for the Michigan Department of Education's Resources for Blind and Low Vision, holds a Master's in Education and Social Policy from Northwestern University, a Perkins-Roman CVI Range Endorsement, and is completing a graduate certificate in Cortical Visual Impairment at UMass Boston.Amy is the founder of the CVI Book Nook, a growing collection of CVI-informed books and resources designed to spark wonder, promote exploration, and support inclusive learning. Her published works include Hooray for Summer, Ready for School, Count with Me, and Five Friendly Ghosts-each created with love, grounded in research, and shaped by a deep commitment to accessibility for children of all abilities.
