Get your students excited about vocabulary practice this October with this fun and engaging Halloween Word Scramble activity! Perfect for ESL, ELL, and EFL classrooms, this printable resource helps learners expand their vocabulary, strengthen spelling, and boost problem-solving skills—all while enjoying a festive, Halloween-themed challenge.
Each worksheet features a different Halloween phrase: HAPPY HALLOWEEN, TRICK-OR-TREAT, SPOOKY SPIDER WEB, and HAUNTED HOUSE. Students use the letters from each phrase to create as many new words as possible without reusing letters. This activity works perfectly as a timed individual challenge, a small-group competition, or a class-wide vocabulary game.
What’s Included
- HAPPY HALLOWEEN Word Scramble
- TRICK-OR-TREAT Word Scramble
- SPOOKY SPIDER WEB Word Scramble
- HAUNTED HOUSE Word Scramble
- Printable in both color and black & white versions for flexible classroom use
How to Use
Students read each Halloween phrase and write as many new words as they can form using the letters provided. You can set a timer for a fast-paced challenge, work in pairs for cooperative learning, or hold a fun classroom contest to see who can find the most words. It’s a perfect addition to your October ESL lesson plans, warm-ups, or literacy centers.
Why Teachers Love It
- Reinforces vocabulary, spelling, and critical thinking
- Encourages creative word building and teamwork
- Perfect for Halloween classroom fun with no prep required
- Great for mixed-level ESL groups and language arts learners
Pair It With
For even more October fun, pair this word scramble with Halloween Vocabulary Flashcards from Hot Chocolate Teachables — the perfect way to pre-teach or review seasonal words before playing!
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This no-prep Halloween word scramble is a fun, flexible way to build vocabulary and confidence while keeping your students engaged throughout the spooky season!