Halloween Around the World Unit Study

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Need an engaging way to introduce your students to how different countries celebrate their version of Halloween? Look no further than this NO PREP unit study and research project!

Perfect for upper elementary and lower middle school teachers and homeschoolers alike, this resource covers how nine countries—China, Haiti, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Romania, and the United States—celebrate "Halloween" through cross-curricular activities.

A GREAT ADDITION TO YOUR:

Halloween, holidays, or countries unit study
Writing lessons or centers
English language arts (ELA) or history / social studies class
Bellringers
Morning work
Emergency sub plans
...or just for fun!

ELEMENTS INCLUDE:

9 original reading passages
Differentiated note-taking pages and graphic organizers (3 handwriting levels)
Comprehension assessments with answer keys for each reading passage
Informative writing prompts for each country (3 handwriting levels)
Hands-on activities for each country

HOLIDAYS INCLUDE:

China: Yu Lan Jie (Hungry Ghost Festival), Qing Ming Festival (Tomb-Sweeping Day), and Halloween
Haiti: Fet Gede (Festival of the Ancestors)
Ireland: Samhain
Italy: Ognissanti (All Saints Day) and Il Giornodei Morti (All Souls Day)
Japan: Obon Festival and Halloween
Mexico: Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
New Zealand: Halloween
Romania: Noaptea Sfântului Andrei (St. Andrew's Night) and Halloween
United States: Halloween

SPECIFIC TOPICS COVERED FOR EACH HOLIDAY:

Origin
Cultural significance
Historical context
Traditions
Symbols and icons
Foods
Activities
Modern day

Help your students become experts about Halloween around the world! Whether you're looking for an introduction to the holiday or an assessment of prior knowledge, this resource has something for everyone.