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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Spooky season is upon us! The colder temperatures are rolling in, and the leaves are starting to cover the ground. Once fall and October come around, there seems to be a feeling of anticipation hanging in the air as Halloween night creeps closer. I love feeding into the energy this season brings to the classroom! [&#8230;]</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Spooky season is upon us! The colder temperatures are rolling in, and the leaves are starting to cover the ground. Once fall and October come around, there seems to be a feeling of anticipation hanging in the air as Halloween night creeps closer. I love feeding into the energy this season brings to the classroom! As I plan, I try to incorporate Halloween-themed activities and read-alouds into our days. Today, I&#8217;m sharing with you ten of my favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students! I know your students will enjoy them and you will see increased engagement during this highly distractable month!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-1024x576.png" alt="This image showcases some of my 10 Favorite Halloween read alouds for elementary students like &quot;Creepy Pair of Underwear&quot;, &quot;Creepy Carrots&quot;, &quot;The Witches&quot; and more!" class="wp-image-10990152" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-1024x576.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-800x450.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-300x169.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-768x432.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-1536x864.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-Favorite-Halloween-Read-Alouds-for-Elementary-Students-2048x1152.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Favorite Halloween Read-Alouds for Elementary Students</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Creepy-Carrots-Aaron-Reynolds/dp/1442402970/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3H6YQ42LDAUMR&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.HGeueyPWaXlTGf-HunbESZ_yQjuuSCFKkXwvbTuqHem9t_Ugr80vPBA7jaHR6DTl1kRcA_t5qnnvGhdDklWTGIKKat-jDP2QTQc9mFLmhkKVPCSt9jpURn5SpxC478fO0fq-cpNFKVTNBHZhFaHJDmblFwr9p3TGQuxDh6YnStxIblAFhtYFW4fSARye8alZK5dwvbO6HN5n6kHgGI1-ow.52047Ssvwd_B6tUTu3LHqtsn0Cp2l33qhualDSFeQR4&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=creepy+carrots+by+aaron+reynolds&amp;qid=1724286006&amp;sprefix=creepy+carrots+by+aaron+reynolds%2Caps%2C158&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Creepy Carrots</em> by Aaron Reynolds</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let&#8217;s dive into one of my favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students &#8211; <em>Creepy Carrots </em>by Aaron Reynolds. This book is a fantastic way to bring some spooky fun into your classroom without going over the top. Plus, who doesn’t love a good carrot-themed mystery?</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Creepy Carrots Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Creepy-Carrots-Aaron-Reynolds/dp/1442402970/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3H6YQ42LDAUMR&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.HGeueyPWaXlTGf-HunbESZ_yQjuuSCFKkXwvbTuqHem9t_Ugr80vPBA7jaHR6DTl1kRcA_t5qnnvGhdDklWTGIKKat-jDP2QTQc9mFLmhkKVPCSt9jpURn5SpxC478fO0fq-cpNFKVTNBHZhFaHJDmblFwr9p3TGQuxDh6YnStxIblAFhtYFW4fSARye8alZK5dwvbO6HN5n6kHgGI1-ow.52047Ssvwd_B6tUTu3LHqtsn0Cp2l33qhualDSFeQR4&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=creepy+carrots+by+aaron+reynolds&amp;qid=1724286006&amp;sprefix=creepy+carrots+by+aaron+reynolds%2Caps%2C158&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-1024x1024.png" alt="Creepy Carrots, as shown in this image, is always one of the students favorite Halloween read alouds for elementary." class="wp-image-10990142" style="width:459px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1-1.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In this story, Jasper Rabbit is obsessed with eating carrots from Crackenhopper Field. One day, he starts to notice something strange. The carrots are following him! Or are they? With each page turn, our kids will be on the edge of their seats. They&#8217;ll be wondering if Jasper’s paranoia is justified, or if it’s all in his head. The illustrations by Peter Brown add to the eerie vibe with a shadowy, gray tone that makes those carrots seem even creepier. It’s a perfect blend of suspense and humor, making it a great read for the month of October.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>Creepy Carrots</em>, you can have your students create their own “creepy carrot” craft. All you need is orange construction paper, googly eyes, and markers. Have the students cut out carrot shapes, decorate them with spooky faces, and then create a little scene where their carrots might hide. This activity lets our kiddos tap into their creativity while tying in the story&#8217;s theme of imagination.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For an extra twist, you can also do a “Carrot Hunt” in your classroom. Hide paper carrots around the room and challenge your students to find them all. They&#8217;ll feel like Jasper Rabbit trying to keep track of those creepy carrots!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This book and activity combo is such a great way to kick off your collection of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students. The kids will love it. You’ll have a blast watching their imaginations run wild with these creepy, yet fun, carrots!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Big-Pumpkin-Erica-Silverman/dp/0689801297/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36XOTNT0SDEXX&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.J9gJ5AGW9ZMTQR1LNYU2pf1rD5QFc4t-DNNa6p9Mv8I5j5wvbnq_bL_24NzBBLCwbOK-gksjVqoqjwohJsaV41EdSRn4RRLtqCev39tTT8MWP24xbLQTrPnYivJDPqrMkqhwyganfyvHcbAF7pBfGuiQGg78vkNbVfib-RqTnT19tbK_OGNQfa10BHNYt-2vU8rsx7o6KWl5YeE9KnwPFQ.Zo-Nmzj8uPckY9evHoAoPqvlAIVcbxE0ovzgIdU30Zg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Big+Pumpkin+by+Erica+Silverman&amp;qid=1724286048&amp;sprefix=big+pumpkin+by+erica+silverman%2Caps%2C261&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Big Pumpkin</em> by Erica Silverman</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Next up on my life of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students is <em>Big Pumpkin</em> by Erica Silverman. This book is a great mix of humor, teamwork, and a little bit of Halloween magic. It&#8217;s a story that kids can&#8217;t help but love, and it’s perfect for the spooky season!</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Big Pumpkin Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Big-Pumpkin-Erica-Silverman/dp/0689801297/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36XOTNT0SDEXX&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.J9gJ5AGW9ZMTQR1LNYU2pf1rD5QFc4t-DNNa6p9Mv8I5j5wvbnq_bL_24NzBBLCwbOK-gksjVqoqjwohJsaV41EdSRn4RRLtqCev39tTT8MWP24xbLQTrPnYivJDPqrMkqhwyganfyvHcbAF7pBfGuiQGg78vkNbVfib-RqTnT19tbK_OGNQfa10BHNYt-2vU8rsx7o6KWl5YeE9KnwPFQ.Zo-Nmzj8uPckY9evHoAoPqvlAIVcbxE0ovzgIdU30Zg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Big+Pumpkin+by+Erica+Silverman&amp;qid=1724286048&amp;sprefix=big+pumpkin+by+erica+silverman%2Caps%2C261&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-1024x1024.png" alt="This image highlights &quot;Big Pumpkin&quot;, one of my favorite Halloween read alouds for elementary." class="wp-image-10990143" style="width:459px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2-1.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Big Pumpkin</em> is a hilarious tale about a witch who wants to make a pumpkin pie for Halloween. There’s just one problem. Her pumpkin is too big to pick! One by one, different Halloween characters like a ghost, a vampire, and a mummy try their luck at pulling the giant pumpkin off the vine. None of them succeed! In the end, it&#8217;s the smallest character, a bat, who has the clever idea of working together. With a little teamwork, they finally get that big pumpkin ready for pie. The repetitive text and catchy rhythm make this story an instant hit with younger kids. It’s also a great way to talk about cooperation and problem-solving.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>Big Pumpkin</em>, a fun and simple activity is to have your students create their own paper pumpkins. Students can cut out and assemble their own pumpkins using basic supplies like orange and green construction paper, scissors, and glue. Then, have them draw or write about what kind of Halloween character might try to pick their pumpkin and how they would work together to get it off the vine.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For a bit of sequencing fun, have your students draw each of the characters from the story on a small piece of paper.  Then, using a sentence strip, let them put the events of the story in order. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bone-Soup-Cambria-Evans/dp/0544668367/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NYP6Q4F8RI4J&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.asqVcwnQw8txTG1-hfYSs7MbaZ7HKRbFBg-wnhbViaLGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.IKkrLYDFeimLymiFG0Y4EGs9vEPqWAR3FB4nE3SUXDg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Bone+Soup+by+Cambria+Evans&amp;qid=1724286076&amp;sprefix=bone+soup+by+cambria+evans%2Caps%2C239&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Bone Soup</em> by Cambria Evans</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another one of my favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students is <em>Bone Soup</em> by Cambria Evans. This spooky twist on a classic folktale is a perfect way to bring a bit of Halloween magic into your classroom. Your kiddos will love the eerie, yet fun, vibe of the story.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Bone Soup Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bone-Soup-Cambria-Evans/dp/0544668367/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NYP6Q4F8RI4J&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.asqVcwnQw8txTG1-hfYSs7MbaZ7HKRbFBg-wnhbViaLGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.IKkrLYDFeimLymiFG0Y4EGs9vEPqWAR3FB4nE3SUXDg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Bone+Soup+by+Cambria+Evans&amp;qid=1724286076&amp;sprefix=bone+soup+by+cambria+evans%2Caps%2C239&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-1024x1024.png" alt="This image focuses on the book, bone soup, which is a favorite Halloween read alouds for elementary of mine!" class="wp-image-10990144" style="width:462px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3-1.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Bone Soup </em>tells the story of Finnigin, a skeleton with an insatiable appetite. When he arrives in a new town on Halloween, he finds that the townspeople are too stingy to share their food. Finnigin has a clever plan. He pulls out his magical bone and declares he’s making bone soup! Slowly but surely, the curious townspeople begin to contribute ingredients to the pot. Soon enough, they have a bubbling cauldron of delicious soup everyone can enjoy. The story is a great lesson in sharing and community, wrapped up in a spooky package just right for Halloween.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>Bone Soup</em>, one activity idea is to have your students create their own soup using construction paper and markers. Provide them with a large pot template on paper. Let them cut out and decorate their own ingredients to add to the soup, like bones, eyeballs, worms, or any other spooky items they can imagine. Once they’re done, they can glue their ingredients into the pot and share what they added with the class.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another option is to make your own edible soup. All you would need is a crockpot, some chicken broth, and a variety of veggies. A simple recipe, <a href="https://www.eatingonadime.com/slow-cooker-vegetable-soup-recipe/#wprm-recipe-container-19555" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">like this one</a>, is perfect to make in the classroom. Let the class help measure and pour all of the ingredients together and celebrate with a warm lunch or snack later in the day.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Old-Lady-Afraid-Anything/dp/0064431835/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2U0F9CCL9CFX6&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yZxYFa6MKdCHGv3ewUq6B1VznyC2Qsl6yBZG7g4HmboTI8P6NNODae09IG71s_EE5GnK0j8gAV0GAIMttH0pB9gMjktLFl-lUqSRVM8q3MAN5c6z_241EzoilmXQpcWyE_bZbBTVp8kzEatYf1lnnY2RtqgTl0_xqSQjQa8A5PjTP0Rp0XTr-oVnic6Mk-4fRdeIuqGdbC15DBLIHL_OO1YwEqq8djKnXv9iE0VieX4.Q8qJUom_Y29Yc7CstKQyvsQ24i0aaYs0hpntoYVnkNI&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=The+Little+Old+Lady+Who+Was+Not+Afraid+of+Anything+by+Linda+Williams&amp;qid=1724286106&amp;sprefix=bone+soup+by+cambria+evans%2Caps%2C570&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything</em> by Linda Williams</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Next on my list of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students is <em>The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything </em>by Linda Williams. This tale brings just the right amount of spookiness to your classroom. At the same time, showing our kiddos that sometimes, facing your fears can lead to something pretty awesome.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Old-Lady-Afraid-Anything/dp/0064431835/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2U0F9CCL9CFX6&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yZxYFa6MKdCHGv3ewUq6B1VznyC2Qsl6yBZG7g4HmboTI8P6NNODae09IG71s_EE5GnK0j8gAV0GAIMttH0pB9gMjktLFl-lUqSRVM8q3MAN5c6z_241EzoilmXQpcWyE_bZbBTVp8kzEatYf1lnnY2RtqgTl0_xqSQjQa8A5PjTP0Rp0XTr-oVnic6Mk-4fRdeIuqGdbC15DBLIHL_OO1YwEqq8djKnXv9iE0VieX4.Q8qJUom_Y29Yc7CstKQyvsQ24i0aaYs0hpntoYVnkNI&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=The+Little+Old+Lady+Who+Was+Not+Afraid+of+Anything+by+Linda+Williams&amp;qid=1724286106&amp;sprefix=bone+soup+by+cambria+evans%2Caps%2C570&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-1024x1024.png" alt="This image showcases the book &quot;The Little Old Lady who Was Not Afraid of Anything&quot;." class="wp-image-10990145" style="width:458px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In this story, a brave little old lady takes a walk in the woods, only to be followed by some very mysterious and very noisy objects. First, she hears &#8220;clomp, clomp&#8221; behind her, then &#8220;wiggle, wiggle&#8221; and &#8220;clomp, clomp&#8221;! As more and more spooky things start following her, the little old lady refuses to be scared. Instead, she finds a clever way to put all those creepy objects to good use. The repetitive and rhythmic text makes this book a fun read-aloud. The suspense builds in a way that keeps kids engaged from start to finish.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything</em>, you can get your students involved in a fun and interactive retelling of the story. Use classroom supplies like paper, scissors, and markers to create the different spooky objects from the book &#8211; shoes, pants, a shirt, gloves, and a pumpkin head. Let your students take turns acting out the story, wearing the different “costumes” they’ve made as the class follows along with the familiar sounds of &#8220;clomp, clomp&#8221;, &#8220;wiggle, wiggle&#8221;, and more. This activity reinforces the story and gets your kids moving and collaborating.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another great idea is to have your students draw and write about something they’re not afraid of, just like the little old lady. They can share their creations with the class. You can even display their work in a “We’re Not Afraid” display on a bulletin board or in the hallway. This ties in perfectly with the book’s theme of courage and creativity.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Creepy-Pair-Underwear-Aaron-Reynolds/dp/1442402989/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3D0K47JJ47TI2&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.jY2B4VpUi-5-bHKi_-VIS3-25i054m83pV3h1986VffQHa1lPi0Tqy_InZflETOXWlHOn4AHJy-bcfdoHHHw2Nq8RcRYV0HIkt5nXRRVTcDwnL9BjekaXvt7DnwGnzq95NQ-QYdmbmns3abrHN4JdQ.ElP8znYPlmXxWCZwT9Rj9sgwcxo0N6ZuFAJQCIr4EfI&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Creepy+Pair+of+Underwear+by+Aaron+Reynolds&amp;qid=1724286132&amp;sprefix=creepy+pair+of+underwear+by+aaron+reynolds%2Caps%2C396&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Creepy Pair of Underwear</em> by Aaron Reynolds</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Continuing with another spooky favorite on my list of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students, let&#8217;s talk about <em>Creepy Pair of Underwear</em> by Aaron Reynolds. This book, with its perfect blend of humor and creepiness, is sure to become a hit in your classroom!</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Creepy Pair of Underwear Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Creepy-Pair-Underwear-Aaron-Reynolds/dp/1442402989/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3D0K47JJ47TI2&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.jY2B4VpUi-5-bHKi_-VIS3-25i054m83pV3h1986VffQHa1lPi0Tqy_InZflETOXWlHOn4AHJy-bcfdoHHHw2Nq8RcRYV0HIkt5nXRRVTcDwnL9BjekaXvt7DnwGnzq95NQ-QYdmbmns3abrHN4JdQ.ElP8znYPlmXxWCZwT9Rj9sgwcxo0N6ZuFAJQCIr4EfI&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Creepy+Pair+of+Underwear+by+Aaron+Reynolds&amp;qid=1724286132&amp;sprefix=creepy+pair+of+underwear+by+aaron+reynolds%2Caps%2C396&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-1024x1024.png" alt="&quot;Creepy Pair of Underwear&quot; and other books by Aaron Reynolds are always favorite Halloween read alouds amongst elementary students!" class="wp-image-10990146" style="width:463px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/5-1.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In <em>Creepy Pair of Underwear</em>, Jasper Rabbit is back. This time, he’s convinced he’s a big rabbit who’s not afraid of anything, including a new pair of glow-in-the-dark underwear. When those undies start to glow in the dark, things take a creepy turn. He tries throwing them out, burying them, even mailing them far away. No matter what, the creepy pair of underwear keeps coming back! With a clever and unexpected twist at the end, this story keeps kids laughing while also giving them a little shiver of excitement. The illustrations by Peter Brown perfectly capture the eerie glow of the underwear, adding to the spooky vibes of the book.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>Creepy Pair of Underwear</em>, an activity idea is to have your students design their own creepy pair of underwear! Students can create their own glow-in-the-dark designs using supplies like white paper and markers. If you want to add an extra touch, you can even use glow-in-the-dark paint or stickers to make their creations shine (literally!). Once everyone is done, let your students share their spooky designs with the class.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you want to stay away from underwear themed activities, then dive into the glow-in-the-dark theme! Have a glow-in-the-dark day where you leave the classroom lights off and do everything using only the light of glow sticks. Students will love reading in the dark using a glow stick as their flashlight. Grab some <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Stickers-Waterproof-Skateboard-Colorful-Sticker/dp/B0CKVSNYZJ/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.fb16fbe4-bf7e-47a2-a56d-1e42bc2dbf4d%3Aamzn1.sym.fb16fbe4-bf7e-47a2-a56d-1e42bc2dbf4d&amp;crid=3TD688JSU5NHI&amp;cv_ct_cx=glow%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bdark%2Bstickers&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Z1c_mFRY9uby6uLURSIXwZcR9Dsqto0zooh-JtkmmdzDashXe08MArPJHFtt2M2YtQ2nJ6M_yisrzgxBkyGo0g.bhTFCBLGn_qQM2tpZKLJGwvlLCOdvfryq00vXIWv9zk&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=glow%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bdark%2Bstickers&amp;pd_rd_i=B0CKVSNYZJ&amp;pd_rd_r=66c9761a-d79d-4868-9f72-11c452000cd4&amp;pd_rd_w=mnBkO&amp;pd_rd_wg=8ez74&amp;pf_rd_p=fb16fbe4-bf7e-47a2-a56d-1e42bc2dbf4d&amp;pf_rd_r=KWM43XP2BP9WAZSG6PNJ&amp;qid=1725311977&amp;sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=glow%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bdark%2Bstickers%2Caps%2C133&amp;sr=1-2-6024b2a3-78e4-4fed-8fed-e1613be3bcce-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&amp;th=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">glow-in-the-dark stickers</a> and complete a sticker story during writing time. This book will be the perfect read aloud for glow-in-the-dark activities.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">6. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Graveyard-Book-Neil-Gaiman/dp/0060530944/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YlbBFDlOBoubF0yB2KjYdydVksory0qnSzgM9sRsx41yCKTzXNt71R773CzTMADAwpaQamXl5KLxB6dOIaX3OiI8m7xNk5-C86kwRqM2bsCcwISlbCvL3eZj80A8IaV8IbmRFRPy0XLdDH28MzSpB0gmAlsFOKXe1BXrxSIBW3O4Zy6iwu__gw4NMTtBvVnSRzv33FQwRs7KuLcAtAgRP40YgxT3Bde9WkA80ciQ3qo.icHDjGYJir-dtOadnqapOwu4k4K2XmQvD29nspxG17k&amp;qid=1724286156&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now, let’s dive into a slightly spookier, but still one of my favorite Halloween alouds for elementary students: <em>The Graveyard Book</em> by Neil Gaiman. This book is a perfect pick for older elementary students who are ready for a story that’s a bit more mysterious and full of adventure.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Graveyard Book Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Graveyard-Book-Neil-Gaiman/dp/0060530944/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YlbBFDlOBoubF0yB2KjYdydVksory0qnSzgM9sRsx41yCKTzXNt71R773CzTMADAwpaQamXl5KLxB6dOIaX3OiI8m7xNk5-C86kwRqM2bsCcwISlbCvL3eZj80A8IaV8IbmRFRPy0XLdDH28MzSpB0gmAlsFOKXe1BXrxSIBW3O4Zy6iwu__gw4NMTtBvVnSRzv33FQwRs7KuLcAtAgRP40YgxT3Bde9WkA80ciQ3qo.icHDjGYJir-dtOadnqapOwu4k4K2XmQvD29nspxG17k&amp;qid=1724286156&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-1024x1024.png" alt="This image features &quot;The Graveyard Book&quot; by Neil Gaiman." class="wp-image-10990147" style="width:464px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/6-1.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>The Graveyard Book</em> is a tale about a boy named Nobody Owens, Bod for short. He is raised by ghosts in a graveyard after his family is tragically taken from him. The graveyard becomes his home, and the ghosts and other supernatural creatures become his family. As Bod grows up, he learns life lessons from the dead. He also encounters plenty of eerie adventures along the way, all while trying to avoid the man who wants to finish what he started. Neil Gaiman weaves together a story that is both haunting and heartwarming. It&#8217;s filled with suspense, mystery, and just the right amount of spookiness for the Halloween season.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Since <em>The Graveyard Book</em> is a bit longer and more complex, it works well as a chapter book read aloud over several days or weeks. After each reading session, you can engage your students with a creative activity that ties into the story. One simple idea is to have the students design their own gravestone for one of the characters in the book. They can create an epitaph and design that reflects the character’s personality or story using paper, markers, and their imaginations. This activity reinforces their understanding of the characters and allows them to explore the book&#8217;s unique setting.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another engaging activity is to create a “Graveyard Map” of Bod’s adventures. As you progress through the story, have students draw and label different parts of the graveyard where key events take place. This can be done on a large poster or individual sheets of paper. By the end of the book, you’ll have a detailed map that helps the students visualize Bod’s world and follow along with his journey.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">7. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pumpkin-Soup-Picture-Helen-Cooper/dp/0374460310/ref=sr_1_1?crid=EHOPQGG2600N&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qSBym4Xf46kYavfKvOPU3LZ1sslwjc9pWoOt_h2xEwu0zZkd8nEqKCVUVl7RIwOkQ4whGp7hRlH8NJqvGD2b9oddPmL8xouZlLNoCxtUbwYvVwEr7JsKCOgeqeHz4c-mT9GR93RIkLK0GE_W5QHyNI6H62dN9R9g5OLlQPpUi1ZEREiFhiM9FHxI7lNiKG5j.S_udOAISbHh4TqKhjmyIYMmNcHLYINq5n-JZRMd1qlM&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Pumpkin+Soup+by+Helen+Cooper&amp;qid=1724286186&amp;sprefix=pumpkin+soup+by+helen+cooper%2Caps%2C339&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pumpkin Soup by Helen Cooper</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let’s move on to another cozy and slightly spooky favorite Halloween read-aloud for elementary students, which is <em>Pumpkin Soup</em> by Helen Cooper. This story brings a warm, fall feel to your classroom, making it a perfect choice for Halloween.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Pumpkin Soup Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pumpkin-Soup-Picture-Helen-Cooper/dp/0374460310/ref=sr_1_1?crid=EHOPQGG2600N&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qSBym4Xf46kYavfKvOPU3LZ1sslwjc9pWoOt_h2xEwu0zZkd8nEqKCVUVl7RIwOkQ4whGp7hRlH8NJqvGD2b9oddPmL8xouZlLNoCxtUbwYvVwEr7JsKCOgeqeHz4c-mT9GR93RIkLK0GE_W5QHyNI6H62dN9R9g5OLlQPpUi1ZEREiFhiM9FHxI7lNiKG5j.S_udOAISbHh4TqKhjmyIYMmNcHLYINq5n-JZRMd1qlM&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Pumpkin+Soup+by+Helen+Cooper&amp;qid=1724286186&amp;sprefix=pumpkin+soup+by+helen+cooper%2Caps%2C339&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-1024x1024.png" alt="This image highlights &quot;Pumpkin Soup&quot; a perfect Halloween read aloud to share in your elementary classroom." class="wp-image-10990148" style="width:462px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Pumpkin Soup</em> tells the tale of three friends, a Cat, a Duck, and a Squirrel, who live together in a little cabin in the woods. Every day, they make the most delicious pumpkin soup. They each have their own special role in the process. But things quickly go awry when Duck decides to switch roles and stir the soup. The friends have a falling out. Duck runs away, leaving Cat and Squirrel to realize just how much they miss him. The story is a heartwarming lesson about friendship, cooperation, and the importance of working together even when things don’t go as planned.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>Pumpkin Soup</em>, have your students create their own recipe for pumpkin soup. Using construction paper and markers, they can draw a big pot and add their own ingredients, both real and imaginary! Encourage them to think of what they would put in their soup to make it special. Then, have them share their recipes with the class.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another great idea is to create a “Friendship Recipe” with your class. Have your students brainstorm the key ingredients that make up a good friend (like kindness, sharing, and understanding). Write them down on a large pot drawn on the board or on a poster. This ties in beautifully with the story’s theme and allows you to discuss the importance of teamwork and friendship in your classroom.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">8. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/The-Witches-Roald-Dahl-audiobook/dp/B00F0VCR64/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UQNLAG1EBAVM&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kHS5mwE2uM_Bh1Zv40YaKHNux81mWI919ryMpojaa9zqHKmF9SWDypyi2kH5TI3rcWEPNQj2ZJYKKb4R9TjNbal7J-hOXZMJGMHcUCsqMSKtVD1kzMTKO0VrydvpEo8lBi2drIGwdJxL3YqyenjcNgJKk5cExTlLRGDZRDZAyLOOxTjh4NqPnEDLZG5Xap6sjVS05xzTUUgxM42-eriE-CATHHgKWirdoJHERHuo5Ak.JHu_5vCQKYLQwTa4doBnkOJNyuE3_9a7cMFU39ynk9k&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=The+Witches+by+Roald+Dahl&amp;qid=1724286211&amp;sprefix=the+witches+by+roald+dahl%2Caps%2C365&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Witches by Roald Dahl</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let’s dive into one of the most iconic stories on my list of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students &#8211; <em>The Witches</em> by Roald Dahl. This book is perfect for older elementary students. Get ready for a thrilling and slightly sinister tale that still manages to have a touch of Roald Dahl’s signature humor.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Witches Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/The-Witches-Roald-Dahl-audiobook/dp/B00F0VCR64/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UQNLAG1EBAVM&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kHS5mwE2uM_Bh1Zv40YaKHNux81mWI919ryMpojaa9zqHKmF9SWDypyi2kH5TI3rcWEPNQj2ZJYKKb4R9TjNbal7J-hOXZMJGMHcUCsqMSKtVD1kzMTKO0VrydvpEo8lBi2drIGwdJxL3YqyenjcNgJKk5cExTlLRGDZRDZAyLOOxTjh4NqPnEDLZG5Xap6sjVS05xzTUUgxM42-eriE-CATHHgKWirdoJHERHuo5Ak.JHu_5vCQKYLQwTa4doBnkOJNyuE3_9a7cMFU39ynk9k&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=The+Witches+by+Roald+Dahl&amp;qid=1724286211&amp;sprefix=the+witches+by+roald+dahl%2Caps%2C365&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-1024x1024.png" alt="Witches by Roald Dahl as shown in this image is a fun read aloud to share in October!" class="wp-image-10990149" style="width:460px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>The Witches</em> tells the story of a little boy who stumbles upon a secret gathering of witches. Real witches, not the kind that wear pointy hats and fly on broomsticks. These are the terrifying kind who are disguised as ordinary women and have a deep hatred for children. When the boy and his grandmother discover the witches’ plan to turn all the children in England into mice, they set out on a daring adventure to stop them. This book is perfect for Halloween with its suspenseful plot, unforgettable characters, and a mix of humor and horror. Quentin Blake’s illustrations add to the quirky and eerie atmosphere.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>The Witches</em>, you can engage your students in a creative writing activity. Have them imagine they’ve uncovered a group of witches in their own town or school. What would the witches look like? What evil plan would they be hatching? How would the students stop them? This activity encourages imagination and lets your kids put themselves into the story’s spooky world.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For a hands-on project, consider making &#8220;witch masks&#8221; with basic supplies like paper plates, markers, and yarn. Let the students design their own scary or silly witch faces inspired by the witches in the story. You can even use these masks for a dramatic reading or a mini-play based on a scene from the book. It’s a fun way to bring the story to life and engage the kids in Halloween-themed creativity.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">9. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Scary-Stories-Tell-Dark-Original/dp/0062968971/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.j-IgspttiSO_JVEtCo_-d29IIiwcxr-kzDMQ5pIRxnKnlP9ZwzTeCKMnO7e_EYpW.esD2bDzjISoiQ_65eY_kIB3n3AYBpIdCSrTe52oiawg&amp;qid=1724286241&amp;sr=1-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz</a></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let’s turn up the spookiness with a true classic that belongs on every list of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students. <em>Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark</em> by Alvin Schwartz was a favorite when I was growing up, and so many of my students love these spooky tales. This collection of short, creepy tales is perfect for those who love a good scare. It’s a great way to introduce your students to the thrill of spooky stories during the Halloween season.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Summary</h4>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Scary-Stories-Tell-Dark-Original/dp/0062968971/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.j-IgspttiSO_JVEtCo_-d29IIiwcxr-kzDMQ5pIRxnKnlP9ZwzTeCKMnO7e_EYpW.esD2bDzjISoiQ_65eY_kIB3n3AYBpIdCSrTe52oiawg&amp;qid=1724286241&amp;sr=1-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-1024x1024.png" alt="This image shows the book &quot;Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark&quot;." class="wp-image-10990150" style="width:463px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark</em> is a collection of folk tales and urban legends retold by Alvin Schwartz, with spine-chilling illustrations by Stephen Gammell. The book features various eerie stories, from ghostly apparitions to haunted houses and mysterious creatures. Some of the tales are more humorous. Others are downright terrifying, making this book a versatile choice for different age groups and scare levels. What makes this collection especially fun for Halloween is that many of the stories have a “jump-scare” moment. The reader or listener gets a sudden fright, which is perfect for keeping your students on the edge of their seats!</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading a few of the stories from <em>Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark</em>, you can get your students involved in creating their own spooky tales. It&#8217;s the perfect way to explore the mystery genre or focus on word usage and adjectives. Give them some simple prompts, like “a ghost in the attic” or “a strange noise in the dark.” Have them write and illustrate their own scary stories. This activity encourages creative writing and art while allowing students to explore their spooky imaginations.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another fun activity is to hold a &#8220;Scary Story Circle.&#8221; Have the students sit in a circle and take turns telling their own scary stories or retelling one from the book. To add an extra element of spookiness, you can dim the lights and use a flashlight to create a campfire-like atmosphere. This activity helps build public speaking skills while allowing everyone to share in the Halloween fun.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">10. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hallo-Wiener-Dav-Pilkey/dp/0439079462/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1TNCBKQ3V1QU3&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DRf5P-jPfCY9ahDiBI6QVspl2zk3a5MerZBGCd36eHfUrdc7RusHHVOJxeprw1E1.VpR0j0MSJx0f2wpP9r--XiWnXgCSCwZ6RCk96HYaFWA&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=The+Hallo-Weiner+by+Dav+Pilkey&amp;qid=1724286285&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=the+hallo-weiner+by+dav+pilkey%2Cstripbooks%2C252&amp;sr=1-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Hallo-Weiner by Dav Pilkey</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hallo-Wiener-Dav-Pilkey/dp/0439079462/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1TNCBKQ3V1QU3&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DRf5P-jPfCY9ahDiBI6QVspl2zk3a5MerZBGCd36eHfUrdc7RusHHVOJxeprw1E1.VpR0j0MSJx0f2wpP9r--XiWnXgCSCwZ6RCk96HYaFWA&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=The+Hallo-Weiner+by+Dav+Pilkey&amp;qid=1724286285&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=the+hallo-weiner+by+dav+pilkey%2Cstripbooks%2C252&amp;sr=1-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-1024x1024.png" alt="&quot;The Hallo-Wiener&quot; as shown in this image is a great halloween read aloud to share if you are looking for not-so-spooky books for the classroom." class="wp-image-10990153" style="width:456px;height:auto" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-300x300.png 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-800x800.png 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-150x150.png 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-768x768.png 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/10.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let&#8217;s move on to a fun and lighthearted choice on our list of favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students, which is The <em>Hallo-Wiener</em> by Dav Pilkey. This book is perfect for younger students and brings a mix of humor, friendship, and Halloween spirit.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Hallo-Wiener Summary</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The <em>Hallo-Wiener</em> tells the story of Oscar, a lovable dachshund who is often teased by other dogs because of his long, hot-dog-shaped body. Despite the teasing, Oscar remains a kind and good-hearted pup. When Halloween rolls around, Oscar is excited to join in the fun. His mom surprises him with a hot dog costume that is complete with mustard! Embarrassed but determined, Oscar bravely wears the costume, even though it only fuels the other dogs’ teasing. However, when a scary “monster” threatens the other dogs, Oscar’s bravery and unique costume saves the day. This earns him the respect of his peers. This heartwarming tale is a great way to talk about kindness, courage, and being proud of who you are.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Simple Classroom Activity</h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After reading <em>The Hallo-Wiener,</em> a great hands-on activity is to have your students design their own Halloween costumes, just like Oscar’s hot dog costume. Using supplies like construction paper, markers, scissors, and glue, students can create a drawing or a mini version of a costume they’d love to wear on Halloween. Encourage them to think outside the box and create something unique or funny. Once they’ve finished, have them work on descriptive word usage by writing about their costume. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another fun and engaging activity is to hold a discussion or writing session about the book’s themes. This book is a great springboard for discussions on bullying, kindness, and accepting differences. You can ask your students to write about a time when they were brave, like Oscar, or a moment when they helped others, even if it was hard. This is a great way to reinforce the story’s message of kindness, courage, and being proud of who you are. No matter what others might say.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Increase Student Engagement With These Amazing Read Alouds for October</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As you plan your October activities, these favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students are sure to capture your class’s imagination. They will also bring a little spooky fun into your classroom library. From the laugh-out-loud moments to the edge-of-your-seat suspense, each of these stories offers a great way to engage your students and spark their creativity. As you share these stories, you’re not just celebrating Halloween. You’re helping students develop a love of reading, encouraging teamwork, and building an atmosphere where creativity thrives. Whether it&#8217;s through drawing, writing, or even a little acting, these simple, budget-friendly activities will make your favorite Halloween books for elementary students even more memorable. Get ready to watch your students’ eyes light up as they embark on these spooky, fun-filled adventures. Happy Halloween, and happy reading!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Looking for More Halloween Activities?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you&#8217;re looking for even more activities to do during this spooky season, explore the following resources!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Save These Favorite Halloween Read-Alouds for Elementary Students</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Remember to save this post to your favorite teacher Pinterest board for quick access to these favorite Halloween read-alouds for elementary students! </p>



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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:06:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for some fun Fall and Halloween spelling activities? Then I&#8217;ve got you covered with these 12 Halloween Spelling practice activities! They can be used with ANY word list, are engaging, and are perfect to add the season into your word work. You can use these during centers, for homework, with partners, for whole groups, [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style="text-align: left;">Looking for some fun <b>Fall and Halloween spelling activities</b>? Then I&#8217;ve got you covered with these 12 Halloween Spelling practice activities! They can be used with ANY word list, are engaging, and are perfect to add the season into your word work. You can use these during centers, for homework, with partners, for whole groups, or even for virtual learning. Just change the words each week for easy and low prep spelling activities!&nbsp; And the best part is, you can use these worksheets with differentiated word lists!&nbsp;</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">1. Sunflower Words</h3>
<p>On this cute sunflower page, students will write each spelling word 7 times on each petal. On the center of the sunflower, they will write the number of syllables.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">2. Pumpkin Patch</h3>
<p>Your students will love practicing their spelling words as they add one letter at a time to each of the adorable pumpkins.&nbsp;</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">3. Spider Spelling</h3>
<p>On these silly spiders, students will write the spelling word 4 times on the spider legs.</p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">4. Web Writing</h3>
<p>For this spelling page, your students get to write their spelling words repeatedly in each section of the creepy web.&nbsp;</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">5. Bat Syllables</h3>
<div>On this Bat Syllables page, students separate their spelling words into syllables. Students write each segment into the batwing, then the body, then the next bat wing. If the word is more than 3 syllables, students add the word to the spooky ghost at the bottom of the page.&nbsp;</div>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">6. Candy Corn Spelling</h3>
<div>In this <b>Fall and Halloween spelling activity,</b> students write their spelling words in the candy corn. Each candy corn is split into 3 sections. Students will write their spelling words 3 times in each of the candy corn sections.&nbsp;</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">7. Acorn Spelling</h3>
<div>Each of these cute acorns is split into 3 sections. Students write their spelling words at the top of the acorn. In the bottom 2 sections students write the number of vowels and the number of consonants.&nbsp;</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">8. Fallicious Writing</h3>
<div>For this fall page, students use their creativity and use the words from the box and their spelling words to write a fun fall story. Students underline their spelling words as they use them.&nbsp;</div>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">9. Spooky Roll and Spell</h3>
<div>Your students will have so much fun with this Spooky Roll and Spell! For this page, they will roll the dice and then write their words according to the number that they rolled. Some of the fun options include; writing the words in marker, writing the letters in ghosts, and writing the words in fancy letters.&nbsp;</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">10. Pumpkin Shape Spelling</h3>
<div>For this Fall and Halloween spelling activity,&nbsp;students write their spelling words along the inside of the different sized pumpkins once.&nbsp;</div>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">11. Spelling Sentences</h3>
<div>For this spelling sentences page, students write their spelling word in the box and then write a complete sentence with the word on the line. Then students circle the spelling word in the sentence.&nbsp;</div>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">12. Spelling Codes</h3>
<div>Your students will LOVE cracking these spelling codes! First, they will write their spelling word on the line. Next, they use the scary Halloween symbol that matches the letter to write their spelling word.&nbsp;</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">Looking for a DIGITAL option?&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
<div>These same worksheets make great practice for the computer as well!&nbsp; Google slides compatible.</div>
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<div>I know that these&nbsp;<b>Fall and Halloween spelling activities</b>&nbsp;will help you incorporate the season into your word work time! It&#8217;s a great way for students to feel like they are enjoying the season without the thought of doing actual work!&nbsp; Sometimes we need to be tricky as teachers&#8230;</div>
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<div>I&#8217;d love to see how you use them in your classroom, so don&#8217;t forget to tag me in your pictures on Facebook and Instagram!&nbsp;</div>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 22:33:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking for not only fun Halloween activities but activities that will also be engaging and even academic? Then you NEED these <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Halloween STEM Activities</a></b>! These <b>Halloween STEM Activities</b> are sure to have your students creating and participating! With <a href="https://elementaryislandblog.com/2018/10/5-halloweenfall-activities-to-engage.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">so many Halloween activities out there</a>, these STEM activities will ask students to </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #282828; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">research, design to meet a challenge, test the challenge, and then record their information and reflect on the outcomes.</span></div>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #282828; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This <b>Halloween STEM Activity pack </b>includes four activities with planning, recording, and reflections sheets. In these four activities students will be:</span></p>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Constructing the tallest haunted house</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Creating a web to catch the most spiders</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Creating the most life-like skeleton</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stacking candy corn to create the tallest structure</span></li>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Spider Webs</span></span></h3>
<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In this activity, students will be constructing a <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">spider web</a> to collect the most spiders for their spooky Halloween scene. Students will be working in groups of three. Students may only use the materials given to them which will be: 6 popsicle sticks, tape, yarn, pipe cleaners, and scissors. </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For the first step, students will use the plan sheet to determine what their spider web will look like. They can look to the internet for ideas and then record and sketch their ideas. Students will use the next sheet to record their data for their first and second attempts. The questions provided will help them to analyze their data. </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, students will use the reflection sheet to determine what worked with their spider web, and what they would do differently next time. </span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This Spider Webs activity is sure to keep your students engaged and learning! It also has differentiation included for your lower-level learners and advanced learners! </span></span></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2. Scary Skeletons</span></span></h3>
<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The next activity your students will love is the <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scary Skeletons</a>! In this activity, students will need to get creative to construct a skeleton out of Q-tips to help decorate the classroom. The challenge is that the skeleton needs to be realistic! The most realistic skeleton voted by the class is the winner! </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will need to research skeletons carefully and then create their skeletons on paper. Students will be in groups of 2-3. The materials they will need are: Q-tips, scissors, glue, a skeleton head, and a piece of black construction paper. You may also print out a paper of the human skeleton if you would prefer to have your students stay off the internet. </span></span></div>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center; white-space: normal;" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Skeleton made out of q-tips for a fun Halloween STEM Activity" border="0" data-original-height="1450" data-original-width="1932" height="240" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/HalloweenSTEM-04.jpg" class="wp-image-10988405" title="Skeleton STEM Activity" width="320" /></a></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Included is the plan sheet where students can design their skeleton. On the next page, students can collect and analyze their data by giving each group a number from 1-10 on how they would rate their skeleton. The reflection sheet allows students to analyze how they liked their skeleton and what they would do differently the next time. There is also a rubric where students can rate themselves on how well they feel they did on the project. </span></span></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3. Haunted House Homes</span></span></h3>
<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For this exciting activity, students get to create a <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">haunted house</a> that will give the ghouls an area to spook! For this challenge, the haunted house must be free-standing, have three towers, and the tallest point must be at least one foot tall. They also only have 30 minutes to create their haunted house! </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will be in groups of 2-3 and may only use the materials provided. The materials students will need are: construction paper, tape, Play-doh, two toilet paper rolls, ten popsicle sticks, scissors, and a ruler. There is also a page full of ghouls that students may use for fun! </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Using the plan sheet students will design their haunted house and determine what they need to do to make it free-standing. They will also sketch out their haunted house and decide how they will use the materials to create their house. Next, they will use the Data Collection and Analysis page to compare each table&#8217;s haunted houses. The Reflection Sheet allows students to think about what worked in the design of their haunted house and how they could improve next time. </span></span></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4. Candy Corn Stack</span></span></h3>
<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This last activity is sure to get your students thinking and having fun! For this last challenge, students will need to <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">stack candy corn</a> as high as they can! The challenge is it must be free-standing, they are only allowed to use the materials provided, and they only have 20 minutes! The group with the highest stack at the end of the time period wins! </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The plan sheet will help help your students design their stack with questions such as; what their base should look like. On the Data and Collection Analysis page students will use a table to make comparisons of each table to see which group had the highest stack. This page also includes questions to analyze why a stack was high or why it wasn&#8217;t. Lastly, the reflection sheet gives your students a page to think about what they did differently at the beginning of the activity versus the end of the activity. Students will then use the rubric to grade themselves on how well they did in the activity. </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As the Halloween season approaches, I hope you and your class can use these <b><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Halloween STEM Activities</a></b>! I know they will keep your students excited about the holiday while still learning and challenging them <a href="https://elementaryislandblog.com/2019/11/how-to-implement-stem-in-classroom.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">implementing STEM in the classroom</a>! </span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I&#8217;d love to see how you used these <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-STEM-Activities-for-October-Halloween-Activities-for-STEM-3403958?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20STEM%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Halloween STEM Activities</b> </a>in your classroom! Take a picture and tag me on Instagram or Facebook!  </span></span></div>
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<div>If you&#8217;re looking for a FREE stem activity to try out in your classroom, you can try this <a href="https://elementaryislandblog.com/2019/02/easy-stem-activity-to-get-your-students-excited-freebie.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Easy STEM activity to get your kids excited</a>!&nbsp; It&#8217;s a great introduction to the format of all my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/STEM-Activities-and-Challenges-for-Every-Holiday-STEM-Bundle-3404590?utm_source=EI%20Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Holiday%20STEM%20bundle%20-%20Halloween%20stem%20blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">seasonal STEM activities</a>.</div>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Pumpkins, skeletons, candy corn, ghosts, and haunted houses&#8230;&#8230;you know what that means!  Fall is here and my FAVORITE holiday that comes with it&#8230;&#8230;HALLOWEEN! Although the holiday is around that haunted house corner, curriculum still looms near us like that creepy ghost! Bwahahaha!!!! In an effort to get the kids excited for the season but still [&#8230;]</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="359" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Blog2BHalloween.jpg" alt="These halloween / fall school activities will have your students engaged and having fun all season!  I have you covered for teaching just about every content area!  Candy corn, a free printable, and a few ideas are all you need to get through this season!  #elementaryisland #halloween #free" class="wp-image-10988692"/></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Pumpkins, skeletons, candy corn, ghosts, and haunted houses&#8230;&#8230;you know what that means!  Fall is here and my FAVORITE holiday that comes with it&#8230;&#8230;HALLOWEEN!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Although the holiday is around that haunted house corner, curriculum still looms near us like that creepy ghost! Bwahahaha!!!!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In an effort to get the kids excited for the season but still focus on our skills, I have incorporated a few &#8220;fun&#8221; activities into my plans the weeks leading up to Halloween and after.&nbsp; I&#8217;ve got you covered for spelling, math, science and everything in between!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This activity is great for ANY (and I do mean ANY) part of your curriculum!&nbsp; I am amazed at what rolling a paper up and securing it with a ring spider can do!!!!!&nbsp;Roll up those questions in any content area, secure, and you have INSTANT engagement!&nbsp; I chose some review task cards for my scrolls and it was a HUGE hit!&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="275" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/20181019_1347312B252812529.png" alt="These halloween / fall school activities will have your students engaged and having fun all season!  I have you covered for teaching just about every content area!  Candy corn, a free printable, and a few ideas are all you need to get through this season!  #elementaryisland #halloween #free" class="wp-image-10988693"/></figure>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">I&#8217;ve incorporated some holiday-themed spelling papers into my word workstations to keep the fun going!  Students work meticulously on practicing their spelling words for the week because&#8230;.. don&#8217;t you know it&#8217;s FUN to write your spelling words in spider legs?? <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f609.png" alt="😉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Activities-and-Fall-Activities-for-Spelling-with-any-list-3881734?utm_source=EI_BLOG&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20Spelling"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-1024x1024.jpg" alt="An example of 15 different spelling pages that are available in print and digital format to practice any spelling list." class="wp-image-10990210" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-300x300.jpg 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-800x800.jpg 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-150x150.jpg 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-768x768.jpg 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7680.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>If you&#8217;re interested in all 12 activities to use with ANY list, click <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Activities-and-Fall-Activities-for-Spelling-with-any-list-3881734?utm_source=EI_BLOG&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20Spelling" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a></strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Food?  Well YES, PLEASE!  Grab those candy corn bags off the shelf and use them to review greater than / less than!  They make the perfect symbols for your Halloween-themed assignments.  Simply grab dice and a handful of candy corn and&#8230;.. your students are HOOKED!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="400" height="230" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/greater2Bthan.png" alt="This is an example of ways to use halloween-themed candies or trinkets in class to bring excitement and engagement! Candy corn is being used as greater than/less than symbols." class="wp-image-10988696"/></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Review, review, review!  We know how important it is to spiral our skills!  This pumpkin activity does just that!  Review those place value skills that you have tirelessly worked all quarter on.  The BEST part?  This can double as a cute hallway display!!!!  You can print the pumpkins on orange paper or have your students do the coloring! Connect some vines and&#8230;.. VOILA!!! A cute <a href="https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/n2n1f1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">place value pumpkin display</a> that can last all fall!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/n2n1f1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="800" height="800" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pumpkin.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-10990000" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pumpkin.jpg 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pumpkin-300x300.jpg 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pumpkin-600x600.jpg 600w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pumpkin-150x150.jpg 150w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pumpkin-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Of course, I saved the BEST for last! STEM!  My oh my, do my students L-O-V-E STEM!  I love it too, but it has to serve a purpose.  These activities, available for fall or Halloween, will have your students 100% participating and creating!  Students are asked to research, design to meet a challenge, test the challenge, record their information, and reflect on the outcomes!   All of them, EVERY LAST ONE OF THEM, will be BEGGING for more STEM! </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">I promise!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fall STEM: </strong><br>★ Collect piles of leaves to see who gains the most points<br>★ Create pumpkin boats to see how many pumpkin candies can be held.<br>★ Create a tool to move pumpkins from the Scarecrow<br>★ Create a route to move the pumpkins from the patch to the car for shipment in the fastest time</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Fall-STEM-Activities-October-STEM-Challenges-Fall-Hands-On-STEM-Activities-3435238?utm_source=EI_BLOG&amp;utm_campaign=Fall%20STEM"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10-1024x768.jpg" alt="One fall stem activity - moving pumpkins from the scarecrow." class="wp-image-10990211" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10-800x600.jpg 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10-300x225.jpg 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10-768x576.jpg 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/JordanaFallSTEM-10.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> <strong>Grab the Fall STEM lessons <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Fall-STEM-Activities-October-STEM-Challenges-Fall-Hands-On-STEM-Activities-3435238?utm_source=EI_BLOG&amp;utm_campaign=Fall%20STEM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a>.</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Halloween STEM</strong><br>★ Construct the tallest haunted house<br>★ Create a web to catch the most spiders<br>★ Create the most life-like skeleton<br>★ Stack candy corn to create the tallest structure<br> </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-STEM-Activities-for-Halloween-Halloween-Hands-On-Activities-3403958?utm_source=EI_BLOG&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20stem"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03-1024x768.jpg" alt="One Halloween STEM activity where students research the human skeleton and then create a skeleton using Q-tips." class="wp-image-10990212" srcset="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03-800x600.jpg 800w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03-300x225.jpg 300w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03-768x576.jpg 768w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/HalloweenSTEM-03.jpg 1976w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>These awesome Halloween activities are available <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/October-STEM-Activities-for-Halloween-Halloween-Hands-On-Activities-3403958?utm_source=EI_BLOG&amp;utm_campaign=Halloween%20stem" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a>.</strong><br> </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Do you have favorite Halloween or fall activities that get your students excited?  I would LOVE to hear about them below!  </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="427" height="640" src="https://elementaryislandblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Hall2BPin2BFinal.jpg" alt="Pinterest pin for Halloween and Fall activities to engage students in the classroom." class="wp-image-10988702"/></figure>
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