Looking for the perfect Halloween costume to wow your students? Teachers dressing up is a fun way to add some excitement to the classroom. Collaborate with your team for even more fun, and check out these teacher costume ideas inspired by the creativity of real educators.
EMOJIS
Emojis are a universal language that kids love. These simple costumes are perfect for large teams and can be used by both male and female teachers. They’re a fun and creative way to add some excitement to your classroom.
CRAYONS
Dress up as a crayon for a fun and colorful costume that’s perfect for teacher teams of any size. This versatile choice is ideal for those dressing up as book characters, like the crayons from ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ or ‘Harold and the Purple Crayon.
PINKALICIOUS AND FRIENDS
For a fun and colorful team costume, consider dressing up as the characters from the ‘Pinkalicious’ series. This is a great choice for female teachers and is perfect for those looking to dress up as a book character.
IF YOU GIVE A….
…Mouse a Cookie
…Moose a Muffin
…Pig a Party
…Cat a Cupcake
Dressing up as book characters is a fun and creative way for teacher teams to celebrate Halloween. It’s a great way to engage students and spark a love of reading.
EXPO MARKERS
Dressing up as school supplies is a fun and creative way for teachers to celebrate Halloween. Expo markers are a particularly clever choice, as they are a common classroom item that can be easily incorporated into a costume.
THE BAD SEED
For a fun and creative Halloween costume idea, consider dressing up as characters from the popular book series ‘The Bad Seed’ by Jory John. The Sour Grape, The Bad Seed, The Smart Cookie, and The Good Egg are all excellent choices for teacher teams.
WHERE’S WALDO
My teammate and I had a fun coincidence when we both showed up to our book character parade dressed as Waldo and Wenda. It was a perfect match for the theme, and the kids were delighted to see their favorite characters come to life.
MISS NELSON
This is a fun costume idea for you and your teacher bestie, perfect for those looking to dress up as book characters. It’s a great way to add some excitement to your classroom and collaborate with a friend.
PAC MAN
This nostalgic costume idea is perfect for larger teacher teams, as it’s easy to create with t-shirts and felt. It’s a fun and creative way to celebrate Halloween, and it can accommodate both male and female teachers.
BARBIE
Embrace your inner Barbie and join the fun! With so many inspiring dolls to choose from, dressing up as your favorite Barbie can be a fun and creative way to celebrate Halloween.
FOUNDING FATHER
Dive into history with a costume inspired by America’s founding fathers (and mothers). Don’t forget Betsy Ross! This is a fun way to incorporate social studies into your Halloween
GLUE
Teachers are the heart and soul of the classroom, and we all have a soft spot for school supplies. Let’s show our appreciation for these unsung heroes with some fun and creative costume ideas.
RUNNING RECORDS
Teachers are always working hard to keep up with their students’ progress. The ‘running records’ pun is a fun nod to their dedication and hard work.
INSIDE OUT
These teachers’ clever take on ‘Inside Out’ is a perfect fit for elementary school students who often experience a whirlwind of emotions. Dressing up as the iconic Pixar characters is a fun and creative way to connect with your students and celebrate the diversity of human emotions.
They look like they are having so much fun!
OTHER IDEAS
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- Dalmations (Would your principal go as Cruella?)
- Pete and Cat (The whole team can do different colored shoes.)
- Care Bears
- Minions
- M&Ms
- Super Heroes
- Different Idioms
- The Little Old Lady Who Swallowed a… (each person picks a different book)
- Rock, Paper and Scissors
