Halloween Games for the Classroom

Halloween jack o'lantern  Find a collection of fun and educational Halloween games that build math and language skills for grades K-5. With Halloween-themed versions of games like tag, musical chairs, and "Pin the Tail on the Donkey," you'll teach your students math and language skills while still enjoying the holiday. Your students will think they're playing but will be learning at the same time!

Try this Halloween game that is an adaptation of musical chairs!

Students make and hide pumpkins for their classmates to find in this simple Halloween game.

Play this game which is a Halloween version of "Pin the Tail on the Donkey."

Children guess what objects are making particular sounds and then think of words to describe the sounds.

Play this mild-mannered tag game in your classroom.

Play this tag game in your classroom.

Students try not to say common Halloween words as they describe typical Halloween situations to their partners.

Detailed instructions for hosting a Halloween Party at school with games such as Walk on the Witch, Halloween Word Game, and Find the Pumpkins.

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