Halloween Haunted House Vocabulary Builder

What’s in Your Haunted House? (Free Printable)

Celebrate October with a fast, fun, and no-prep Halloween vocabulary activity your students will love. In this A–Z challenge, learners brainstorm and write one spooky word for each letter of the alphabet that could be found in a haunted house. It’s perfect for ESL/ELL, word work, early finishers, bell ringers, centers, or a quick party game. Print in color or black & white—ready in minutes!

What’s Included

• 1 printable “What’s in Your Haunted House?” worksheet (A–Z list)
• Color version + ink-friendly black & white option
• Teacher tips for quick play, timed rounds, and team variations

Perfect For

• October centers, stations, and morning work
• ESL/ELL vocabulary building and spelling practice
• Brain breaks, early finisher bins, and sub plans
• Class party games or small-group competitions

Why Teachers Love It

• No prep—print and go
• Engaging way to practice alphabet, phonics, and themed vocabulary
• Easy to differentiate: set time limits, allow picture clues, or require full phrases
• Works with any grade level—use as a quick write, word bank race, or team relay

How It Works

Students list an item that could be found in a haunted house for each letter (A–Z). Challenge ideas: set a timer, require nouns only, or award bonus points for unique answers. Use as a standalone vocabulary worksheet or pair with a mini-lesson on adjectives, nouns, and Halloween word families.