Text Based Writing Halloween Test Prep Informative Explanatory Writing

Looking for a fun and engaging way to get your students ready for state testing? Check out this Halloween-themed test prep resource that will capture your students' attention while sharpening their skills!

This spooky test prep activity combines the excitement of Halloween with challenging comprehension questions designed to mimic the format of state tests. After reading a Halloween-themed passage, your students will test their comprehension with questions that align with state testing standards.

For writing practice, students will respond to the prompt: What do you like most about Halloween? They’ll craft a multi-paragraph essay, using evidence from the passage to explain whether it’s the thrill of dressing up in costumes, trick-or-treating, carving pumpkins, or something else that makes Halloween special.

Bring a touch of Halloween fun into your classroom while keeping your students on track for success!