Monster Craft Halloween Craft and Write Writing Prompts Sub Plans Activity

This Monster Craft and Write resource pairs a hands-on monster craft with monster-themed writing prompts for elementary students. Students build their own unique monster from craft templates, then plan and write about it.

It covers fiction, non-fiction and opinion writing, with differentiated writing pages so you can adapt it to different levels. Use it for Halloween, as part of your fall or year-round plans, in a homeschool, or as a substitute lesson plan.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE PDF AND PPT VERSION)

• Lesson Plan (2 pages) and teacher guide
• Learning Standards Covered
• Lesson Hook, a warm-up drawing challenge
• About the Theme reading to read aloud or for students to read
• 2 Rubrics so you can tailor the lesson to your students
• Writing Peer Feedback page for collaborative reflection
• 3 Stars and a Wish for self-reflection and summative assessment
• Monster Craft Templates with various craft elements, so each student creates their own design
• Example of the craft
• Educator Step-by-Step Instructions and PowerPoint Step-by-Step, also handy to leave with a sub
• 8 Writing Prompts covering fiction, non-fiction and opinion writing
• Non-Fiction and Fiction Planning Pages
• Non-Fiction and Fiction Prompt Pages for varied levels of writers (primary and intermediate writing pages)
• Blank Writing Pages for flexibility

This resource uses American English and is not editable.

WHAT STUDENTS LEARN

Students practice creative writing through fiction, non-fiction and opinion prompts that let them use their imagination. The opinion prompts ask them to form and express their thoughts clearly, which builds reasoning skills.

The craft templates build fine motor skills as students cut, color and assemble their monsters, and the choice of elements means every monster turns out different.

FAQ

Who is this for?

Elementary classroom teachers, homeschool parents and substitute teachers.

Can I use it with different grade levels?

Yes. The prompt pages come in primary and intermediate versions, plus blank pages, so you can match the writing to your students.

Is it good for a sub?

Yes. The templates, PowerPoint and teacher guide make it easy to leave with a substitute.

Is it editable?

No. It is a non-editable PDF and PPT version, in American English.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist who has been featured on NBC LX News and designs art lessons for kids and educational resources for teachers. She is the founder of Ms Artastic and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.

TERMS OF USE

Images and lessons are copyright products.

YOU MAY: use this in creative ways and have as much fun with it as you like. Any clip art may be used as clip art, website graphics, binder covers or bulletin board decorations. Additional licenses are available for school use.

YOU MAY NOT: use this on OutSchool, put it on your blog, share it with other teachers, administration or districts (admin can buy additional licenses), sell it, give it out for free or photocopy it for others.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic