This Halloween season, Macaroni KID Cecil - NE Harford & Grunge Muffin Designs are excited to inspire kids to dive into the magical world of reading! We’ve created a playful daily countdown coloring sheet filled with daily activities that combine the joy of stories with creative crafts and family fun. Each activity encourages young readers to explore spooky tales, express their creativity, and share special moments with loved ones.
Print out the coloring sheet, and let the adventure begin while getting into the Halloween spirit! We love to make ours into a poster so there is more room to color. Staples has a great "blueprint" printing option that made printing a poster around $3.50. Each day, there is a fun reading idea that sparks your child’s imagination and gets them excited about reading. Whether it’s a witchy story, a pumpkin drawing, or a dance party after a thrilling book, these activities are designed to make reading a delightful experience. So grab your favorite Halloween tales, visit your local library, and let’s embark on this spooky reading journey together! 🎃📚✨
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1. Read a Book About a Witch
Activity: Choose a witch-themed book like "Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson. Take turns reading aloud, acting out the characters’ voices. Discuss what makes each witch unique!
2. Make a Fun Pumpkin Drawing While You Read
Activity: Set up a crafting station with colored pencils or markers. As you read, encourage kids to draw their favorite scenes from the story or create their own whimsical pumpkins.
3. Enjoy a Halloween Book with a Cat
Activity: Look for books like "The Cat in the Hat" or "Black Cat" and read together. Afterward, discuss what makes cats special, especially during Halloween.
4. Listen to Spooky Music While You Read
Activity: Create a spooky playlist of Halloween-themed songs. Play it softly in the background while reading to set an eerie atmosphere.
5. Find a Cozy Spot to Snuggle While Reading
Activity: Build a blanket fort or set up a cozy reading nook with pillows. Make it a special reading hideaway for a magical experience.
6. Make a Halloween Craft After Reading
Activity: After finishing a book, gather supplies to make Halloween decorations or cards. Kids can craft witches, ghosts, or pumpkins based on what they read.
7. Read a Book About a Ghost
Activity: Select a ghost-themed book like "Gustavo, the Shy Ghost" or "Sir Simon: Super Scarer". Discuss what ghosts might represent in stories and how they differ from real-life concepts of fear.
8. Enjoy a Delicious Halloween Themed Drink While Reading
Activity: Prepare pumpkin punch, spooky smoothies, or ghost-shaped hot chocolates. Enjoy these treats together as you read.
9. Read a Book About Trick or Treating
Activity: Find stories that highlight the fun of trick-or-treating, like "It's Halloween, Charlie Brown!" Discuss favorite costumes and what treats everyone hopes to get.
10. Pick a Book to Read with Orange on the Front
Activity: Go through your bookshelves together, looking for titles with orange covers. Discuss why the color orange is associated with Halloween!
11. Read with a Friend Over the Phone
Activity: Schedule a reading date with a friend. Each child can pick a book to read together over video chat, sharing their favorite parts.
12. Pick a New Halloween Book from the Library
Activity: Take a family trip to the library. Allow each family member to choose a Halloween-themed book. Spend time together reading your selections at home.
13. Make a Fun Treat and Enjoy While Reading
Activity: Bake Halloween cookies or cupcakes before your reading session. Enjoy these treats while diving into your chosen stories.
14. Enjoy Spooky Reading with a Flashlight
Activity: Turn off the lights and read under a blanket with a flashlight. The dim lighting adds an exciting spooky vibe to your reading adventure!
15. Color While You Read
Activity: Provide Halloween-themed coloring sheets other than the fabulous countdown. Kids can color while listening to the story, enhancing their creativity.
16. Draw/Write Your Own Halloween Story After You Read
Activity: After finishing a book, encourage kids to create their own Halloween stories or illustrations based on what they read. Share these creations with each other.
17. Ask a Family Member to Pick a Book Out to Read
Activity: Involve other family members by asking them to choose their favorite Halloween book. Share why it’s special to them.
18. Read a Book with a Monster in It
Activity: Select a fun monster book like "Where the Wild Things Are." Discuss what makes monsters scary or silly, then create your own monster drawings.
19. After Reading, Have a Halloween Dance Party
Activity: Play some fun Halloween music and have a mini dance party to celebrate the end of your reading session.
20. Read a Book About a Skeleton
Activity: Choose a skeleton-themed book, such as "Funnybones." Discuss what makes skeletons interesting, and maybe create skeleton crafts afterward.
21. Enjoy a Book with Spooky Animals
Activity: Find stories featuring Halloween animals, like bats or owls. Discuss these creatures' roles in Halloween folklore.
22. Draw Your Own Haunted House While Reading About One
Activity: While reading about haunted houses, encourage kids to design their own. Share ideas and create a collaborative haunted house drawing.
23. Pretend You’re a Witch While Reading
Activity: Dress up in witch costumes or accessories. As you read, act out scenes or use props to bring the story to life.
24. Read a Book About a Vampire
Activity: Choose a kid-friendly vampire book and discuss the myths surrounding vampires. Create vampire-themed crafts afterward.
25. Read with a Grandparent Over the Phone/Facetime
Activity: Set up a reading session with grandparents. Kids can read to them or share stories, fostering family connections.
26. Wear Your Halloween Costume While Reading
Activity: Encourage kids to wear their costumes while reading. This can add a sense of excitement and immersion into the Halloween spirit.
27. Read a Funny Halloween Story
Activity: Choose humorous Halloween stories, like "The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything." Share laughs and discuss what makes it funny.
28. Read a Book to Your Favorite Stuffy
Activity: Kids can read aloud to their stuffed animals. Create a cozy setting for this storytime, making their stuffies part of the adventure.
29. Wear Halloween PJs While Reading
Activity: Snuggle up in Halloween-themed pajamas. Make reading time cozy and festive.
30. Read Your Favorite Halloween Story
Activity: Encourage kids to share their all-time favorite Halloween book. Discuss why it resonates with them and what makes it special.
31. Have Fun on Halloween!
Activity: Plan a family Halloween celebration, combining activities from the list. Whether it's a costume party, a spooky movie night, or trick-or-treating, make it a day filled with fun and memories.
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