Halloween Crafts for Kids
Find some seasonal fun with these easy Halloween crafts for kids. Each project is kid-friendly and frighteningly fun, from vampire bookmarks to zombie slime.
Do you remember how magical Halloween was as a child? I mean don’t get me wrong, I am still all about spooky season, but it was just extra cool as a kid.
You got to dress up in world-changing costumes, watch Disney Channel Halloween originals, and eat your body weight in candy after trick or treating – it was THE life.
You can recreate a bit of that Halloween magic for your own little ones with these easy Halloween crafts for kids.
DIY Halloween art is such a great seasonal activity because it keeps kids busy and engaged, helps them practice important fine motor skills, and encourages their creative spirits to soar.
So today, I’m sharing 19 of the best Halloween craft ideas for your artistic kiddos.
Looking for Halloween crafts for younger kids? Check out my post on Halloween Crafts for Toddlers + Preschoolers. It’s full of sweet (age-appropriate) spooky fun.
19 Halloween Crafts for Kids
Get into the Halloween spirit with these super fun Halloween kids’ craft ideas.
Yarn Mummy
We’re starting off strong with this simple yet cute mummy craft! Create your very own mummy buddy with this free mummy template, white yarn, and a couple of googly eyes.
Note: some kiddos will need assistance with the hot glue gun.
Haunted House Art
This candy-corn-colored Halloween art is super pretty and easy to make. Kids can let their creativity go wild while creating the oil pastel backdrop, then cut and glue the haunted house on top.
DIY Harry Potter Wands
This one little project can provide endless fun, inspiring hours of play where kids can develop their magical abilities.
Personalize your wizard wand with your favorite colors, glitter, gems, and more.
Monster Cake Pops
I believe that these monster cake pops are amongst the very best ideas on this list (and your kids will agree with me!). Marshmallows, frosting, and candy decals make the perfect Halloween treat.
Plus, this dessert is no-bake and safe for even youngins to make.
Vampire Bookmark
Make reading even more fun with these frightening vampire bookmarks. This craft is also budget-friendly, using just paper, glue, and scissors to create it.
DIY Ghost Lollipops
Want to be the #1 house on the block? Hand out these DIY ghost lollipops to trick-or-treaters! Kids can make simple ghosts out of the lollipops with tissues, markets, and a bit of seasonal twine.
Zombie Cups
These zombie cups are some of the easiest Halloween craft ideas to make. All you’ll need is some paper cups, colored cardstock, and a cute zombie cut-out template.
Line your bookshelves with these friendly zombie faces.
Oozing Blood Slime
Want some creepy Halloween crafts for kids? These oozing blood syringes hit the mark! Fun for kids of all ages, even teens will enjoy playing with this spooky blood-red slime.
Scary, no?
Ghost Cups Garland
When it comes to crafts, the easier and the less expensive the better. That’s what makes this ghost cup garland a certified winner in my books! All you’ll need is some styrofoam cups, a black marker, and some string to create this haunting bit of decor.
Halloween Punch Game
What’s a Halloween party without games? Make this ghoulish Halloween punch game using humble materials, including tissue paper, plastic cups, and rubber bands.
Each cup will be filled with a Halloween-themed prize for your guests to enjoy. Just use your first to punch through a cup and collect your prize!
Glowing Bug Jars
These glowing bug lanterns are some of my favorite Halloween kids’ crafts. They’re simple to make and really effective decor-wise, giving off this eerie glow that’s perfect for the season.
Plus, I’m always game for a mason jar craft.
Halloween Slime
Calling all slime fans! Make some Halloween slime this year, choosing between jack-o-lantern, mummy, and Frankenstein themes. Fun to make and fun to play with afterward – this craft provides double the fun!
Origami Witches Hat
Practice the ancient art of origami with this next craft – origami witch hats. They provide a fun challenge to kids and adults alike.
Note: this project is one of the more advanced Halloween crafts for kids.
Squeegee Ghosts
Have you heard of squeegee painting? If not, you need to check out this tutorial! Squeegees make it easy to create unique patterns with acrylic paints. Case in point: this adorable ghost print!
How-To-Draw Monsters
Aspiring artists will appreciate these how-to-draw monster tutorials. Hot tip – encourage kids to start sketching with pencil and use a fine-liner over the top when they’re happy with the results.
DIY Stress Balls
Create squishy Halloween stress balls in the form of pumpkins, skeletons, ghosts, and more. You can really get creative with this one! They’re made with balloons that are filled with corn starch for a satisfying “squeeze.”
Halloween Sensory Bottles
This easy Halloween craft takes just 5 minutes to create. They’re a great calm-down activity, especially for neurodivergent children.
Choose between creepy crawly spiders, green googly eyes, and creepy witch themes.
Spooky 3D Art
This spooky 3D art takes Halloween arts and crafts to levels; it sports a ghostly scene made from craft paper and free printables.
Note: the original craft calls for an X-acto knife, which is too advanced for most children. Swap this out for scissors, OR offer to help with the cutting for a kid-friendly project.
Daddy Long Leg Craft
These Halloween spiders are equal parts cute and creepy, made with pom poms for the head and body, pipe cleaners for the legs, and googly eye accents.
Add your buggy friend to a bit of spider web, display him on your mantel, or hide him around the house for some good-natured Halloween fright!
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Tania Griffis is an accomplished writer, blogger, and interior designer with a Journalism degree from the University of Oklahoma. She started her popular blog, Run to Radiance, in 2011, demonstrating her design expertise through the personal remodeling of six houses to millions of readers across the globe.
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