A love of reading starts from late-night bedtime stories as a kid, so when you need inspiration for your kiddo's Halloween costume this year, why not take a page out of their favorite book (see what we did there)?
Disguise your child as a character from the book in their room with ruffled pages and a worn spine, or, if they're young enough, dress them up as one of your favorite literary characters! With all of those classic books out there, the possibilities are endless, but we've rounded up 18 of some of the most beloved characters to get you started.
Visit the chocolate factory in this Willy Wonka costume ($248).
You're a wizard, Harry! Characters from this series are the perfect Halloween costumes, especially The Boy Who Lived ($90) himself!
Your child can roar with the rest of the Wild Things dressed up as Max ($79).
This one might be a little over their head, as The Hobbit is a dense novel, but with the movies circulating around, your kiddo — who is likely Hobbit-size already — will love this Hobbit costume ($220).
The Rainbow Fish is a classic that every kid will know, so why not dress up as the adorable little fish ($65)?
Perhaps Dr. Suess's most beloved character, the Cat in the Hat ($69), is a cute idea for a Halloween costume for kids — and adults — of any age!
Thing 1 and Thing 2 are the perfect compliment to not only each other, but also to the cat in the hat — perhaps let all of the siblings get in on the fun?
The man, erm, boy in the yellow hat ($22) is a great costume for Curious George lovers, or just general monkey lovers who want to take their stuffed monkey on a trick-or-treating experience of a lifetime.
The Big Bad Wolf ($86) may be the villain of this classic book, but think of the adorable wolf your little would make!
When your baby is celebrating their first Halloween, they're likely small as a pea, so why not go with it and dress them up as the pea ($34, originally $42) under the Princess's mattress?
If you have a little detective on your hands, this Sherlock Holmes costume ($58) is sure to be a hit.
Your tiny little caterpillar can bundle up into his cocoon in this Very Hungry Caterpillar costume ($45).