Description
The Old House – Spooky Writing for Primary Grades
Every child loves a spooky story, and now your students can create their very own! The Old House writing resource turns reluctant writers into excited storytellers with step-by-step support, engaging word banks, and pages designed to spark imagination.
Whether you use it for a seasonal writing center, a Halloween activity, or a fall showcase, this resource makes writing fun, accessible, and successful for all learners.
Students will plan, draft, revise, illustrate, and share their stories with confidence. With built-in scaffolds like planning pages, shared readings, checklists, and feedback forms, even your most hesitant writers will feel proud of their spooky creations.
What’s Included:
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Teacher Notes & Suggestions for Use – ready-to-go ideas for launching spooky writing with soundscapes, story starters, and mystery bag hooks
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Shared Readings – short and longer prose passages (plus a poetry-style option) to inspire different age levels
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Planning Page – see/hear/feel organizer for brainstorming spooky details
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Vocabulary Word Banks – descriptive and action words at students’ fingertips
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Story Starter Pages – handwriting-size options for every learner
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Checklist & Feedback Form – simple tools for self-monitoring and peer support
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Decorated Writing Pages – spooky backgrounds with room to illustrate the old house
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Flexible Publishing Options – single sheets, storybooks, or classroom collections
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Mini-Book – a companion with matching vocabulary words for reading practice
Why Teachers Love It
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Built for all levels: With handwriting options, shared readings, planning pages, and vocabulary support, every student has an entry point.
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Encourages independence: The checklist and feedback form give students ownership of their writing.
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Engagement is built in: From spooky hooks to illustration space, students are motivated from the very first page.
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No prep needed: Print, copy, and let your writers explore the old house!
More Writing Fun for Your Classroom ✨
Pair The Old House Spooky Writing with these seasonal and science writing favorites:
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