History of Halloween Lesson Student Reading Worksheet Crossword Puzzle Activity

In this engaging History of Halloween activity, students complete a guided reading worksheet assignment and a crossword puzzle that showcases what they have learned about the history of the Halloween holiday.

Students then take their knowledge and put it on display by completing a "News Cast" assignment where they, in the shoes of journalists, compile a report that explains the origins of this day! A close-reading crossword puzzle activity is also included to engage all students at any part in this activity!

Enjoy!

This Halloween Holiday lesson is included in the 14-lesson Holiday Collection, located here! This pack includes lessons on Johnny Appleseed, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day, Christmas, Hanukkah, President's Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Saint Patrick's Day (St Patrick's Day), Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Kwanzaa, and New Year's Day!