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I've already given you a couple of lists of literary Halloween costumes, but what about one for kids? Or better yet, characters from children's books.
Miss Viola Swamp from James Marshall's Miss Nelson books
Strega Nona from Tomie DePaola's Strega Nona
Cat in the Hat from Dr. Seuss's classic. It's probably the easiest costume to make: a hat with a red velvet ribbon bow tie,a black velour jacket and pants with a white button down shirt underneath and then a black cat's tail. Fastened cat ears to the hat. For the face, paint it white and add a black nose, and whiskers
Clifford the Big Red Dog is a popular one: dress in red, add some dog ears, a black collar, and black eyeliner to color in your nose and whiskers! Have a mate or a friend? Dress as Mary Elizabeth, Clifford's pal. Carry a long rope around and ask everyone if they have seen your dog.
Wendy from Peter Pan (just wear a nightgown) or Capt. Hook or Peter
Little Red Riding Hood. In a pinch, wear a red hoodie and carry a picnic basket.
Raggedy Ann or Andy.
Or, in honor of the new Winnie the Pooh release, go as Pooh, Piglet, or Tigger.
Sound off: Think you can do better? List your favorite children's book character in the comments section below.
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