Get in the Halloween spirit by setting the scene for a month of October fun!
Try these classroom decorating ideas to create a Halloween atmosphere and mood:
1. Let students decorate--set a theme for each class wall then let students do the work. Pre-plan by having students envision their final wall scenes then draw these on plain paper. Have lots of Halloween themed handouts on hand for students to make and display.
Try the Fall Halloween Bundle at TpT for all your activity needs:
2. Dim the lights--opt for flashlights, battery operated tealights, glow in the dark sticks, and battery operated desk lamps to help students get in the Halloween mood. Students love using alternative lighting, so place plenty of these on desks, rugs, and tables.
Use Wacky Wayne's Halloween I-Spy at AUL or TpT!
3. Ditch traditional seating--bring in blankets, rugs, and large towels for students to lounge on while they create a Halloween atmosphere and create and read Halloween themed stories.
Try Get Fit Action Stories at AUL or TpT to get active while reading:
4. Music is a must! YouTube has plenty of eerie Halloween music, and this one includes a fireplace and pumpkin scene. Choose one with lots of different sounds. Then, get writing scary stories!
Get the group writing stories Let's Write a Scary Story or Write A Halloween Story with Word Bank at AUL or TpT.
5. Fog machine and light projected scenes--these easy to set-up and use machines can change an ordinary classroom into an extraordinary holiday setting. These are in high demand, so purchase your fog machine or projector early in the season.
Use Eerie Writing Prompts at AUL or TpT to create some imaginative seasonal stories!
Setting the mood helps students enjoy the holiday season, so let students take the lead and create their own October classroom atmosphere!
Happy Halloween!
Beth, Educator Helper
