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Do you want to try some pumpkin activities for kids but you aren’t sure where to start? There are so many fun ways to introduce the world of pumpkins to your kindergarten and first-grade students! Let’s take a look at some of the best pumpkin activities that kids will love. Pumpkin Activities For Kids One of the first things you… Read More
How do you keep your students on task and learning during October when all they’re thinking about is Halloween and trick or treat? This fun, seasonal read aloud will do the trick, and Spookley The Square Pumpkin by Joe Troiano will soon become one of your class favorites! This is a great story with a simple message of “You can’t judge a… Read More
If you’re looking for creative Halloween classroom door decorations, you’ve come to the right place. These Halloween door ideas use simple materials like construction paper and paint to welcome students into your classroom in a fun way. Want to start a little friendly competition in your hallway this year to see who can have the best Halloween door decorations? Here’s… Read More
Looking for classroom Halloween party ideas that will keep your little monsters engaged and learning during the month of October? Your students will love visiting a not-too-spooky haunted house with these fun idea Setting The Stage The night before your special day, transform your room into a spooky haunted house with spiderwebs, Halloween lights, plastic spiders, skeletons, plastic pumpkins, and… Read More
Costumes, parades, treats, and games. That’s what we think of when we begin planning our classroom Halloween party. But 2020 and covid came along and did a big whammy on that, didn’t they? How in the world are you going to have a fun Halloween party without any……fun? Here are a few ideas that will make your students smile, while… Read More
It’s finally beginning to feel like fall around here! The air is crisp and the leaves are changing colors. It’s my favorite time of the year! So, of course, it’s time to break out the Halloween lesson plans and pumpkin activities! We spent last week learning all about pumpkins – how they grow, describing them, and what you can make out… Read More
