‘Tis the season for trips to the pumpkin patch, your favorite seasonal drinks, and the start of kids holiday parties. Whether you’re gearing up to volunteer for a classroom party, planning to host the neighborhood kiddos, or looking for a festive activity to do at home- we have you covered with these FUN and EASY spooky craft ideas. Let’s get crafting! 

 

Crafts for Kids Halloween Parties 

1. Paper Plate Pumpkins

These cute pumpkins are a breeze to make and are perfect for little hands!

What You’ll Need:

- Orange paper plates

- Green construction paper

- Black markers or stickers

- Glue sticks

Instructions:

1. Give each child an orange paper plate.
2. Let them cut out leaves and stems from the green construction paper.
3. Use the markers or stickers to create jack-o'-lantern faces.
4. Glue the leaves and stems on top. Voilà, adorable pumpkins!

 

2. Ghostly Lollipop Bouquets

Sweet, spooky, and super cute!

What You’ll Need:

- White tissues

- Lollipops

- Black string or ribbon

- Black markers

Instructions:

1. Cover each lollipop with a white tissue.
2. Tie the tissue with string or ribbon to create a ghost shape.
3. Draw two eyes on the tissue to complete the ghostly look.
4. Arrange in a small vase or bucket for a spooky display.

  

3. Silly Monster Bookmarks

Help the kids create a monster that keeps their place in their favorite books!

What You’ll Need:

- Colored craft paper

- Googly eyes

- Scissors

- Glue

Instructions:

1. Cut the craft paper into strips.
2. Let the kids decorate with googly eyes and draw monster mouths.
3. Fold the paper to create fun, silly bookmark shapes.
4. Encourage creativity—no two monsters need to be the same!

  

4. Spider Hats

Creepy crawly hats that kids will love to wear! 

What You’ll Need:

- Black construction paper

- Scissors

- Glue or tape

- Googly eyes

Instructions:

1. Cut a strip of black construction paper for the headband and fit it around the child’s head.
2. Cut out eight strips for spider legs and attach them to the headband.
3. Stick googly eyes on the front.
4. Let the kids wear their spider hats and scurry around!

 

5. Painted Rock Monsters

A Halloween craft that doubles as a cute keepsake!

What You’ll Need:

- Smooth rocks

- Acrylic paints

- Paintbrushes

- Googly eyes

Instructions:

1. Let the kids choose a rock and paint it in vibrant colors.
2. Once dry, glue on googly eyes.
3. Add details like mouths, spots, or stripes.
4. These little monsters make great paperweights or garden decorations!

 

Your Turn!

These crafts are not only easy, fun, and help kids express their creativity and fine motor skills. Plus, they’re sure to add a touch of Halloween magic to any holiday party!

For a chance to be featured, share your creations with us on social media using #PlaygroundPressKids. Happy crafting and have a spooktacular Halloween! 👻