Ghost Writers

crayola supplies

• Metallic Colored Pencils
• Blunt-Tip Scissors
• Construction Paper

household supplies

• none

Why

Looking for special Halloween party invitations or notepaper? Why not make your own ghostly stationery?

Steps

1. 1. Fold black construction paper in half. Cut on the fold with Crayola® Scissors.
2. 2. Draw pictures of ghosts, pumpkins, tombstones, moons, or other Halloween images at the top or along the sides of the paper with Crayola Metallic Colored Pencils.
3. 3. Write your invitation, letter, or note using Crayola Metallic Colored Pencils.

When & Where

"We used Ghost Writers to invite families to our Halloween party. Kids were so proud to spell their names."
- Lucy M., cooperative nursery school parent.

"My children wrote personalized thank-you notes to our neighbors for having a great holiday get-together!"
- Mona Y., mom of ages 8 and 11.

Interesting Info

Halloween originated as the ancient Celtic harvest festival of Samhain (pronounced Sow-en) in ancient Ireland and Britain. On this night, all kinds of ghosts, goblins, and witches were believed to roam about.

Safety Guidelines

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

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