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Sell this Haunted House- Middle School Halloween Writing Activity- 5th, 6th, 7th

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5th - 8th
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My students LOVED this! I used it two years in a row and the creativity was amazing! I absolutely loved using this in my creative writing class.
This was a super fun activity. My students loved being creative with it, and it was great for writing practice.
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Description

Unleash the Halloween spirit and ignite your students' creativity with this interactive Halloween writing activity! Students step into the shoes of a real estate agent as they embark on a journey to create their very own haunted house!


In this adventure, students will channel their imagination and design a spine-chilling haunted house, sketching each eerie room and crafting an online listing that will send shivers down your spine. They will masterfully weave a web of words, expertly incorporating a curated list of Halloween vocabulary, while showcasing the unique features and terrifying allure of their haunted abode.


In the next phase of this gripping activity, students will unleash their persuasive writing skills as they create a newspaper advertisement, luring prospective buyers to experience their open house. With cunning charm and enchanting language, they will spin a tale that ignites curiosity and compels even the most hesitant souls to brave the haunted halls.


Finally, students will embrace the role of the knowledgeable real estate agent, fielding questions from potential buyers. They will emphasize the positive aspects of this haunted haven, transforming even the most terrifying tales into captivating tales of adventure and excitement. Their mastery of storytelling will leave potential buyers eager to cross the threshold and unravel the mysteries within.


Get ready to witness your students' writing skills soar as they delve into this thrilling Halloween writing activity, where imagination and creativity knows no bounds!

What's included:

  • Teacher's Notes- Including Extension Ideas
  • Student Assignment Sheet with detailed instructions
  • Online Listing Template (2 pages)
  • Newspaper Advertisement
  • Potential Buyer Questions Sheet
  • Teacher Grading Rubric

A file is included containing many student examples and a file that explains a 5 day suggested lesson plan! This project can last two to five days depending on how many of the activities that you use and how much time you give your students to illustrate (my students always beg for more time).

Once students finish their haunted house, you can host an auction where students bid on each other's houses to determine a winner! Bid cards are included! Want to include speaking and listening standards? Have students present their persuasive open house articles to the class to see who can be the most persuasive!

This resource is now offered in a digital format as well. You can find it by clicking the link below:

Sell This Haunted House- A Digital Writing Activity

This product is included in my Creative Writing Bundle! Check it out here: Middle School Creative Writing Bundle

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Total Pages
8 pages
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Teaching Duration
90 minutes
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to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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