Halloween
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Halloween is a favorite time of year for many students—and a fun opportunity to bring English learning to life through costumes and creativity. This year, I prepared a special Halloween celebration to help students enjoy the holiday while practicing language in an interactive way.
Leading up to Halloween, our students learned about the origins and traditions of the holiday. I introduced key vocabulary like “ghost,” “witch,” “pumpkin,” and “candy,” and many more. In addition, I taught the classic English rhyme:
“Trick or treat,
Give me something good to eat!
Ghosts, witches, goblins, too
Are waiting in the dark for you!
Students practiced saying the rhyme with expression and rhythm—getting ready to use it during our school-wide celebration.
Many students were so excited for October 31st to come because they have made Halloween costumes—many of which included handmade hats, masks, and props. The excitement was high as students looked forward to reciting the rhyme to teachers and receiving candy in return. However, due to Typhoon Kong-rey the classes were postponed for everyone’s safety. So I made a video that they can watch at home. Please note that this is a special of our Tasty Tidbits Time so you can see the sharing of lunch menu on October 31st at the last few minutes.
Despite the delay, the Halloween spirit was stronger than ever when we finally held our celebration on November 5th. Students paraded around in their costumes, proudly chanting the rhyme they had practiced. It was heartwarming to see their enthusiasm.
This Halloween taught us more than just vocabulary—it reminded us of resilience, flexibility, and the power of shared celebration. Even when plans change, the joy of learning and creating memories together remains strong.
Through rhymes, costumes, and a little bit of candy, my students experienced a cultural tradition in a meaningful way and proved that not even a typhoon can dampen their Halloween spirit! 🧙♀️🍬👻
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