Welcome to So Novel by Ms. Lauren, where I share fun and engaging activities, novel bundles, creative projects, and more to help you make ELA exciting! I’m equally passionate about supporting inclusive classrooms, so you’ll also find resources specifically for special education and inclusion, so every student can thrive.
 
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You're here reading this post because you want to throw a classroom Halloween party that your middle school/high school students will love. Awesome! You're in the right place and with good company. I love spooky season too! There are two things that can be tricky for middle and high school ELA teachers when planning Halloween parties for secondary students. Today, I'll help you work through them to plan a fun and successful party!

Last September, I shared my Top 5 Spooky Short Stories for Middle-Grade Students. This year, I'm back with five more spine-tingling short stories to hook your middle school students this Halloween season! Click and read to get my list and links!

Discover how to simplify your lesson planning with Google Sheets. Learn teacher-tested tips, benefits, and grab a ready-to-use template to save time