5 Spooky Story Activities for Your Secondary ELA Classroom

Today I have some great spooky story activities for you to incorporate into your secondary ELA classroom. Whether you prefer to work with classics or want to introduce contemporary examples to your students, these activities are sure to be a scream. 1. Spooky Short Stories  Utilizing short stories opens up a lot of activity options for your class. You can put together a series of stories to study together or in small groups. Or you can have groups recreate a chosen spooky tale. You can pair students together to study a story and then share with the class. My personal favorite is having a “campfire experience.” Turn off the lights and close the blinds and keep one flashlight for the

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5 Spooky Story Activities for Your Secondary ELA Classroom

Today I have some great spooky story activities for you to incorporate into your secondary ELA classroom. Whether you prefer to work with classics or want to introduce contemporary examples to your students, these activities are sure to be a scream. 1. Spooky Short Stories  Utilizing short stories opens up a lot of activity options for your class. You can put together a series of stories to study together or in small groups. Or you can have groups recreate a chosen spooky tale. You can pair students together to study a story and then share with the class. My personal favorite is having a “campfire experience.” Turn off the lights and close the blinds and keep one flashlight for the

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