Legendary Writers of History: Bram Stoker - Creative Printable Activity

Welcome to our Legendary Writers in History Series! Today, we will delve into the mysterious world of Bram Stoker, the brilliant literary mind behind the legendary Gothic horror novel, Dracula. In this activity, you will become junior researchers, exploring fascinating facts about Bram Stoker’s life and the various inspirations that led to the creation of his famous vampire story.

Get ready to embark on a journey through history and imagination, where learning meets creativity!

Printable & Activity Objectives

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Age: 7 to 9 year olds, Activity Time: 1-2 hours, Items Needed: Colouring and writing pencils.

In this creative printable activity, elementary students will research fascinating facts about Bram Stoker and the inspirations behind his famed Gothic horror novel Dracula, while also enjoying fun colouring pages.

Enhanced Research Skills: Students will enhance their skills in gathering and analyzing information about historical figures and literary influences.\
Historical Understanding: Exploring Bram Stoker, the Victorian era, and the different sources of inspiration Bram Stoker drew from enriches our understanding of the novel and offers valuable historical insight.
Literary Appreciation: Students will develop a deep appreciation for the classic literature.

Let's get creative!

Classroom Resources

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Research and find out more about Bram Stoker's life and his most famous literary work, Dracula. Here's an interesting video about how Bram Stoker's Dracula became the most famous vampire in the world:

Here's an interesting video about the quiet seaside English town, Whitby, where Bram Stoker vacationed for a month in 1890 and provided him with the inspiration for his novel, Dracula: