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All Treats & No Tricks for Teachers- Secondary Smorgasbord- FREEBIES

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I’m thrilled to be linking up with the Secondary Smorgasbord again for their October linky party! This month secondary sellers are sharing their Trick-or-Treat themed FREEBIES!!! This is a great way to incorporate Halloween, while also making sure your students are still mastering those important skills that we have so little time to squeeze in!

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The FREEBIE I’m sharing is my “hot off the press” History of Halloween Close Reading & Informational Text!  This product includes an informational article on the history of Halloween, close reading questions (and answers), suggestions for before and after reading, and extension activities.  I’ve also added a link to a short video from History.com that discusses the history of Halloween, as well.

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  1. Amy Brown says

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    Thanks for joining us in the Secondary Smorgasbord! Your product looks awesome!

  2. History Gal says

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    Your freebie is a perfect way to incorporate Halloween into classes yet have it still connected to the curriculum. Thank you!

  3. Connie says

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    Halloween is such a huge celebration time, but so many young people do not know its origins. What a great lesson!

    Connie

  4. Unknown says

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    What a great resource on the history of Halloween, thanks for sharing!

  5. Danielle Hall says

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    Thanks for the wonderful freebie!

    I am starting research skills next week with a group of struggling 8th graders, and I'd love to use your article to work on in-text citations and I have a couple of questions. I can't find your email on the blog, so could you please email me if you have a minute?

    nouvelletpt@gmail.com

    Best,
    -Danielle

  6. Michele Luck says

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    Great information and activity on the history of the holiday. Thank you for sharing.

  7. Mrs. Spangler in the Middle says

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    What a great treat for teachers to use at this time of year! Thanks!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    -Lisa
    Mrs. Spangler in the Middle

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