The countdown to the spookiest, silliest night of the year has officially begun. With just five more sleeps until Halloween, a young boy is bursting with excitement for all the trick-or-treating fun to come. Every day brings a new adventure as he prepares his costume, dreams about mountains of candy, and imagines all the friendly ghosts and ghouls he will soon meet. But waiting is the hardest part, especially when you are this excited. As the days tick by and the nights grow longer, the anticipation builds to a fever pitch. Will the big night finally arrive? Filled with bouncy rhymes and infectious energy, this delightful story perfectly captures the restless thrill of waiting for a favorite holiday. It is the perfect read-aloud to share as you count down the nights, ensuring that the magic of Halloween starts long before the costumes even go on.