The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin: Halloween Story Time and Craft
In this one-time class, we will read the book “The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin” by Joe Troiano. Next, we will craft our own square pumpkins!
Danielle
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What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Preschool - Kindergarten
In this one-time class, we will read the book “The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin” by Joe Troiano. After the story we will determine and discuss the theme, or the lesson from the story that can be applied to your own life. After we have read and discussed the story we will make our very own square pumpkin! We will practice our cutting skills by cutting several squares, a leaf and a pumpkin stem. Then we will glue everything together to make our own Spookley. If time allows we will share our pumpkins and create a fun name for our own pumpkins! Of course, if your child chooses not to share their pumpkin that is completely okay!
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the parts of a book.
Students will practice pre-reading skills such as reading from left to right and top to bottom.
Students will understand words represent a spoken word and convey a message.
Students will answer simple questions about the story.
Students will learn about the theme of a story, which is the message or lesson that the author wants you to take away from the story.
Students will describe elements in a story, for example, characters and/or setting (time, place, and/or environment).
Students will use their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination to cut and glue paper.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance for scissors.
Supply List
Orange, black, brown, and green construction paper (brown and green can be scraps) - orange and black papers need to be precut into squares (approximately 8 inches X 8 inches) Glue Scissors 2 Googly eyes or 2 white circles with black circles drawn on for the eyes
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
“The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin” by Joe Troiano
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Illinois State University
I am a certified teacher with a Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education (Birth to 3rd grade). I was formally trained by Handwriting Without Tears, as well as Zoo Phonics. I have taught numerous children of all backgrounds in person and online using both Handwriting Without Tears and Zoo Phonics. I have taught Preschool through Kindergarten for 5 years, plus 2 years in older grades, as well as my stepdaughters and my daughter using the Handwriting Without Tears method. I homeschooled my 3 girls for 3 years, and have taught online with Outschool and other platforms for over 6 years.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$1
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-6
1-6 learners per class
