Halloween evolved from the ancient Celtic holiday of Samhain. Over the centuries, Halloween transitioned from a pagan ritual to a day of parties, costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating for kids and adults.

Spark your thinking!

1. Set up your social studies spark recording page: #48: Ancient Origins of Halloween

2. Read this information page about Halloween’s History. Record any details that were new to your on your recording sheet.

3. Based on this information, you can see that traditions cover centuries and adapt to the changing times. What Halloween or Fall traditions does your family practice? Write a response on your recording sheet.

4. Do some research and record what you find on your recording sheet. Feel free to record any other Halloween details that you find.

•  Why are black and orange tied to Halloween?
• Why do we see Jack O’ Lanterns at Halloween
• What does candy corn pop up at the stores around Halloween?

5. Share your social studies mini spark recording page and visual with your teacher/EY coordinator.

Source: https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween