Watched Halloween movies

English Language Arts

• The child practiced listening and comprehension skills by following the storyline of the Halloween movies.
• They developed their vocabulary by encountering words associated with Halloween themes and concepts.
• The child learned about different genres of movies, such as horror or suspense, and how they create tension and suspense through storytelling.
• They had the opportunity to discuss and express their thoughts and opinions about the movies, enhancing their speaking and critical thinking skills.

For continued development, encourage the child to write a short summary or review of the Halloween movies they watched. They can also create their own Halloween-themed story or script for a movie, incorporating elements they enjoyed from the films they watched. Additionally, they can explore other Halloween-themed books or movies to further expand their knowledge and understanding of the genre.

Book Recommendations

• The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare: A historical fiction novel set in colonial Connecticut with an element of mystery and suspense.
• The Haunted House Next Door by Andres Miedoso: The first book in the "Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol" series, where a young boy and his ghost friend investigate spooky happenings in their neighborhood.
• The Little Shop of Monsters by R.L. Stine: A humorous and slightly spooky picture book that introduces different types of monsters in an entertaining way.