The History Behind Halloween Traditions - Unit Study

Halloween began with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people lit bonfires and wore costumes to ward off spirits. Over time, it has evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats....but how did we get here?Ancient OriginsThe Celts, who lived 2,000 years ago in the area that is now Ireland, the