Boo! Halloween is coming. Many parents feel stuck when trying to help their kids learn Halloween words. The words seem too scary or complex for little ones.
But guess what? Kids actually love spooky stuff! This list of words will help children build their vocabulary while having fun with the holiday.
From basic terms like “ghost” and “pumpkin” to more interesting words they can show off to friends, this blog makes Halloween a learning opportunity that kids will enjoy.
Halloween Word Lists by Letter
Learning Halloween words helps kids build their vocabulary in a fun, seasonal way. These words spark imagination and make October activities more exciting for children of all ages.
From spooky creatures to tasty treats, this A-Z collection covers everything Halloween has to offer!
Words that Start with A
| Alien | Angel | Apparition | Alchemy |
| Amulet | Abracadabra | Autumn | Apple cider |
| Apples | All Hallows’ Eve | Alarming | Afraid |
Words that Start with B
| Banshee | Bat | Beast | Black cat |
| Boogeyman | Bug | Ballerina | Bloody |
| Bones | Boneyard | Bizarre | Blood-curdling |
| Bewitched | Broomstick | Boiling | Bubbling |
| Beaker | Bunsen burner | Boo | Bonfire |
| Bobbing for apples | Black Widow | Bewitch | Bogeyman |
Words that Start with C
| Clown | Crow | Cyclops | Cackle |
| Cauldron | Charm | Cadaver | Casket |
| Cemetery | Coffin | Corpse | Crypt |
| Chilling | Creepy | Candy | Carve |
| Cloak | Cobweb | Costume | Crown |
| Candy apple | Candy corn | Chocolate | Cocoa |
| Cupcakes | Carving | Corn maze | Costume contest |
| Costume party | Conjure | Coven | Creaking |
| Curse | Catacombs | Candy Bag |
Words that Start with D
| Demon | Devil | Dracula | Dead |
| Darkness | Dusk | Decoration | Disguise |
| Dress up | Dungeon |
Words that Start with E
| Elf | Epitaph | Eerie | Evil |
| Enchant | Experiment | Elixir |
Words that Start with F
| Fairy | Frankenstein | Fear | Fright |
| Frighten | Frightening | Frightful | Fog |
| Full moon | Fangs | Flashlight | Face paint |
| Fall | Flask | Frightened | Foggy |
| final |
Words that Start with G
| Ghost | Ghoul | Goblin | Grim Reaper |
| Ghastly | Gory | Grim | Grisly |
| Gruesome | Grave | Graveyard | Games |
| Ghost story | Goggles | Gargoyle | Growl |
Words that Start with H
| Hobgoblin | Haunted | Horrible | Horrify |
| Horror | Headstone | Hat | Hot chocolate |
| Hayride | Halloween | Harvest | Haunted house |
| Haunt | Howl | Hex |
Words that Start with I
| Imp | Incantation | Invisible | Ingredients |
Words that Start with J
| Jackal | Jinx | Jittery | Jack-o’-lantern |
Words that Start with K
| King | Kettle | Killer |
Words that Start with L
| Leech | Lair | Legend | Lifeless |
| Lurid | Lurk | Lantern | Lab coat |
| Lurking |
Words that Start with M
| Monster | Mummy | Magic | Magic wand |
| Macabre | Morbid | Mausoleum | Mask |
| Moon | Moonlight | Mist | Masquerade |
| Midnight | Misty | Moan |
Words that Start with N
| Ninja | Nasty | Nefarious | Nightmare |
| Night | Nightfall | Nervous | Nocturnal |
Words that Start with O
| Ogre | Owl | Ominous | Orange |
| October |
Words that Start with P
| Phantom | Pirate | Poltergeist | Prince |
| Princess | Potion | Petrify | Pumpkin |
| Pie | Popcorn | Popcorn ball | Pumpkin pie |
| Pumpkin seeds | Party | Prank | Prowl |
| Pumpkin patch | Petri dish |
Words that Start with Q
| Queen | Quake | Qualm | Quaver |
| Quiver |
Words that Start with R
| Rat | Raven | Ritual | RIP |
| Repulsive | Revolting | Robe | Rattle |
Words that Start with S
| Scarecrow | Shape-shifter | Skeleton | Sorcerer |
| Specter | Spider | Spirit | Spell |
| Supernatural | Skull | Scary | Scream |
| Shiver | Shriek | Sinister | Shadow |
| Spider web | Sweet | Sweets | Sweet treats |
| Spicy | Sugar | Spellbook | Scared |
| Shocked | Spooked | Startled | Surprised |
| Sorcery | Spoopy |
Words that Start with T
| Tarantula | Toad | Troll | Tombstone |
| Terrible | Terrify | Terror | Thrilling |
| Tremble | Twilight | Tomb | Trick |
| Trick-or-treat | Test tube | Thermometer | Terrified |
Words that Start with U
| Unearthly | Undead | Undertaker | Urn |
| Unnerving | Unnerved |
Words that Start with V
| Vampire | Vermin | Vanish | Voodoo |
| Vault | Victim | Vile |
Words that Start with W
| Warlock | Werewolf | Witch | Wizard |
| Wraith | Wicked | Wizardry | Web |
| Wig | Wind | Whisper | Wisp |
| Whistle |
Words that Start with Y
| Yell | Yowl |
Words that Start with Z
| Zombie |
Additional Halloween Activities
Kids can do so much more with these words beyond just learning them! These fun activities mix word skills with creative play, making Halloween more exciting for everyone.
- Story Time: Children can write short, spooky stories using at least 10 words from the list. They might craft tales about friendly ghosts or silly witches that will make friends laugh and gasp.
- Costume Descriptions: Kids can practice writing by describing their dream Halloween costumes with colorful words.
- Halloween Poems: Creating simple poems using these words helps kids play with sounds and rhythms. Even a short four-line poem about a pumpkin can spark creativity.
- Word Art: Children can draw Halloween scenes and label them with words from the list. A spooky house might include “cobwebs,” “shadows,” and “creaking” doors.
- Vocabulary Parade: Kids can dress as their favorite Halloween word! Someone might become “moonlight” with a silver outfit and stars, or “spider web” with string attached to their arms.
Halloween Vocabulary for Different Age Groups
Young children need simple Halloween words that connect to things they can see and touch. Preschoolers learn best with concrete terms they can relate to their world.
Ages 3-5:
These little ones just starting to build vocabulary need friendly words. They learn best with short, easy terms that relate to fun rather than scary aspects of the holiday.
- Basic words: ghost, bat, cat, mask, moon
- Simple actions: boo, trick, treat
- Easy costume words: hat, cape, wand
Ages 6-9:
School-age children are ready for more detailed Halloween vocabulary and concepts. At this stage, they enjoy words that add excitement and mild spookiness to their Halloween fun.
- Creatures: vampire, werewolf, zombie, mummy
- Places: graveyard, haunted house, pumpkin patch
- Feelings: spooky, creepy, scary, frightened
Ages 10-12:
Pre-teens can handle sophisticated Halloween terms that build academic vocabulary. They’re ready for words with historical context and more nuanced meanings.
- Advanced terms: apparition, supernatural, ominous
- Descriptive words: macabre, eerie, blood-curdling
- Cultural references: All Hallows’ Eve, harvest, ritual
The right words for each age group make Halloween both fun and educational!
The Bottom Line
Halloween words open a world of learning fun for kids of all ages.
From simple ghost words for the little ones to complex terms like “apparition” for older children, this list builds strong language skills.
So grab this word list, pick some spooky activities, and watch your child’s vocabulary grow. Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy; it’s a perfect chance to make learning exciting!
