Turn your learners into detectives and send them into a mysterious house to investigate what happened to Mr C. Hanger. As they move from room to room, eight guided prompts help them build a Halloween horror story one scene at a time.
Designed for Key Stage 3, this creative writing lesson also suits confident upper Key Stage 2 writers. It can be used in a classroom, a small group or at home. Learners practise creating suspense through sensory detail, powerful verbs and carefully chosen clues, before sharing their theories about the mystery.
The downloadable resource includes:
- A 19-page lesson presentation with the full story and eight scene prompts
- Differentiated writing handouts, from blank pages to supported writing frames
- A spooky word bank with sensory vocabulary, powerful verbs and sequencing phrases
- Facilitator notes with suggested timings and wellbeing guidance
Allow approximately 40–48 minutes for writing, plus optional time to share and discuss. Learners who prefer a gentler activity can adapt the story or focus on describing an atmospheric setting without the horror theme.
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