Lesson Plan
Spooky Science: Halloween Inquiry
Halloween
This lesson plan introduces 4th-grade students to the science behind Halloween traditions through active and inquiry-based learning. Students will explore the origins of Halloween, engage in a hands-on activity to understand the science of pumpkins, and participate in a discussion to deepen their understanding. This lesson is important as it combines cultural education with scientific inquiry, fostering curiosity and critical thinking.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction
5 mins
Step 2
Reading: Halloween History
10 mins
Step 3
Discussion: Halloween Traditions
10 mins
Step 4
Activity: Pumpkin Science
15 mins
Step 5
Quiz: Halloween Knowledge
5 mins
Step 6
Closure
5 mins

Reading


Worksheet


Discussion


Quiz
Halloween Quiz

Answer Key
