October is such a fun time in the classroom, especially when it comes to incorporating writing skills. The excitement of Halloween creates the perfect backdrop for engaging students in creative and thoughtful writing activities. Whether you’re looking to inspire your students to write spooky stories, share their opinions on Halloween topics, or explore some fun Halloween facts, October is a great and motivating month to continue to help your students improve their writing skills! Below I have included 15 FREE Halloween writing prompts that I hope you will be able to easily use in your classroom to get your kiddos imaginations rolling.

Informational Halloween Writing Prompts

The History of Halloween: Research and write a report on how Halloween began and how it has evolved over the years.

How to Carve a Pumpkin: Write a step-by-step guide on how to carve the perfect jack-o’-lantern, including tips for safety and creativity.

The Science of Spooky Sounds: Explain how different sounds, like creaking doors or howling winds, are made and why they sound spooky.

Bats: Fact vs. Fiction: Write an informational piece comparing the myths about bats with the real facts about these fascinating creatures.

Traditional Halloween Foods: Research and write about traditional Halloween foods from different cultures and how they are prepared.

Opinion Halloween Writing Prompts

Should Schools Allow Halloween Costumes?: Write an opinion piece on whether students should be allowed to wear Halloween costumes to school, providing reasons for your stance.

Candy or Toys?: Which would you prefer to receive on Halloween: candy or small toys? Write an opinion essay explaining your choice.

Is Halloween Too Scary?: Some people think Halloween is too scary for younger children. Do you agree or disagree? Why?

Best Halloween Movie: Write a persuasive essay about which Halloween-themed movie is the best and why everyone should watch it.

Is Halloween the Best Holiday?: Write an opinion piece on whether Halloween is the best holiday, providing reasons to support your view.

Narrative Halloween Writing Prompts

A Night in the Haunted House: Write a story about what happens when you and your friends spend the night in a haunted house on Halloween.

The Pumpkin that Came to Life: Imagine a pumpkin that comes to life on Halloween night. What adventures does it have?

The Mystery of the Disappearing Candy: Write a story about a Halloween where all the candy in town mysteriously disappears. What do you and your friends do to solve the mystery?

The Best Halloween Ever: Describe the best Halloween you can imagine. What makes it so special?

Lost in the Corn Maze: Write a story about getting lost in a spooky corn maze on Halloween night. How do you find your way out?

Halloween Writing Activities for Big Kids

Once you’ve got your students inspired with these prompts, you can keep the Halloween writing momentum going with some exciting activities that they’ll love. Here are a few that have worked wonders in my classroom:

1. Halloween Writing Pennants

Have your students write Halloween stories on pennants. Each student can write a different story on a fun seasonal pennant! The pennants I use in my classroom have a variety of different types of writing prompts and fun toppers for the kids to choose from!, The best part pennant writing activities is that when your kids are done, you can string them together to create a fantastic bulletin board or hallway display. It’s a great way to showcase their creativity while adding some spooky flair to your classroom decor.

2. Halloween Wacky Writing

Encourage your students to let their imaginations run wild with Halloween wacky writing. Have them write hilarious, outside-the-box narrative stories that involve unexpected twists and turns. The sillier, the better! Halloween Wacky Writing not only promotes creativity but also keeps students engaged and laughing as they share their stories with the class.

3. October Would You Rather Writing

My kids love “Would You Rather” questions and holidays like Halloween are the absolute perfect opportunity to incorporate them into your writing activities. For example, “Would you rather be a vampire or a werewolf for a day?” Students can write about their choice and explain their reasoning. This is a fun way to get them thinking critically while still enjoying the Halloween theme.

4. Halloween Opinion Writing Using the 4-Square Method

Use the 4-square writing method to help students organize their thoughts for opinion writing. Start with one of the Halloween opinion prompts and guide them through using the 4-square method to outline their arguments and supporting details. This structured approach helps students develop strong, coherent essays.

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Halloween is the perfect time to make writing fun and engaging for your students. By using these prompts and activities, you can help them develop their writing skills while embracing the spooky spirit of the season. If you’re looking for even more ways to inspire your students, check out the Choose Your Adventure Halloween Mystery Writing Pack. This pack gives students the start of a Halloween story and lets them choose one of three ways to complete it. It’s a fantastic way to encourage creative thinking and narrative writing, all while keeping with the Halloween theme. Your students will love it, and you’ll love the results!

Save These Free Halloween Writing Prompts and Ideas for Later

Be sure to save these free Halloween writing prompts and other writing activities for the month of October to your favorite Halloween Pinterest board. This way you will have them handy to grab in a pinch this October. We hope you have found this helpful and we wish you the very best school year!