Here's my list of cute and spooky kids books about monsters going to school, monsters, fright schools, and creepy academia for kids. There may be some books I will add about vampires and vampire schools, too.
This picture book for preschool to grade 3 is about Bea A. Fraid, who goes to an all-ghoul school.
Ghoul School
This book is silly rather than spooky. It's about a girl who wants to bring a ghost to her school show-and-tell.
To Catch a Ghost
In this spooky book about a monster, the gingerbread man came to life, and all he wants to do is make a friend.
The Gingerbread Monster
Here is a silly and humorous book about a snail named Bob who becomes a vampire, and suddenly really loves tomatoes.
Bob the Vampire Snail
I love books about monsters going to school, and this one is my favorite! "On darkened autumn nights, unusual students head to school―Fright School! In this hilarious story, little monsters learn the art of scaring trick-or-treaters."
Fright School
Here's a rhyming picture book for kids aged 5-9 about monsters living in a house. "Monsters here and monsters there, in the fridge and in the air."
The Monster House
This children's picture book is by renowned fantasy author Jane Yolen. "Where do monsters go to school? Monster Academy! And anything can happen when your teacher is Miss Mummy. It's not like any other school, but if you're a little monster, you'll f...
Monster Academy by Jane Yolen
This chapter book for kids aged 7-10 is full of action. Claudette kicks some monster butts!
Monsters Beware! (The Chronicles of Claudette)
This picture book for kids age 5-7 features a young scientist whose school project comes to life: Frankenslime!
Frankenslime
Here's a cute book for kids who are fascinated by monsters. "Once upon a time, there were three little rascals who thought they were the BIGGEST, BADDEST monsters around. Then along came an even BIGGER monster who changed their minds. And all it took...
The Monsters' Monster
Here's a delightful board book for wee babies: Elvira's First Book of Monsters. The illustrations by Pintachan are so adorable!
Elvira's First Book of Monsters
Here's a humorous book for kids age 3-7 years. "Monster is excited to see what kind of creature will move into Vampire’s old house on the block. He even starts practicing his welcome growl for the new neighbor. But when the moving truck pulls up, it’...
That Monster on the Block
This cute book is for kids aged 3-5 years. "Nothing frightens Winifred Schnitzel—but she DOES need her sleep, and the neighborhood monsters WON'T let her be! Every night they sneak in, growling and belching and making a ruckus. Winifred constructs cl...
Monster Trouble!
Kids age 3-5 years can learn to conquer their fears in this book about how to catch a monster.
How to Catch a Monster: Halloween Picture Book
Prepare your little one for school by reading them this cute book. "Little Monster is going to school for the very first time. That means he’ll be meeting all the other little monsters, including one who has really big teeth and draws scary pictures....
Go to School, Little Monster
Celebrate the first day of school with this book for kids aged preschool to grade 3. It's colorful and not scary.
Monsters Love School
This chapter book for kids in grades 1-2 is part of a series. Book 2 is "Monster's First Day of School."
Monster and Boy: Monster's First Day of School
This chapter book for kids in grades 1-2 will keep your little one turning the page to read what happens next!
Monster School: First Day Frights (I Can Read 2)
Here's the second book in the I Can Read Monster School series for kids aged 4-8. Norm goes on a sleepover.. with monsters!
Monster School: The Spooky Sleepover (I Can Read 2)