Bring spooky fun to your computer science or STEM classroom with this print-and-go Halloween coding activity - no devices, no prep, and sub-friendly!

Students help Trick-Bot 3000 collect candy in a haunted neighborhood using step-by-step coding directions. This unplugged activity introduces algorithm design, sequencing, debugging, and conditional thinking — all while celebrating Halloween!

Perfect for grades 3–5, this activity reinforces computational thinking skills in a fun, creative way.

💀 What’s Included:

• 8x8 Haunted Neighborhood Grid (Halloween-themed)
  
• Printable Trick-Bot Coding Map (white & dark background options)
  
• Teacher Instructions & Objective Page
  
• Student Challenge Sheets
  
• “Create Your Own Map” Extension Page
  
  

🧠 Skills Covered:

• Algorithm creation
  
• Sequencing and order of operations
  
• Debugging (spotting and fixing errors)
  
• Computational thinking in an unplugged format
  

🖤 Why Teachers Love It:

• Zero prep — print and go!
  
• Engaging Halloween theme 🎃
  
• Works great for a sub day or STEM rotation
  
• Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving

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