If you’re searching for Halloween crafts that are easy, fun, and perfect for kids, you’ve come to the right spooky spot! Whether you’re crafting with toddlers, preschoolers, or elementary-aged kids, these Halloween crafts are simple to make and packed with festive fun. From creepy-cute paper plate bats to giggle-worthy handprint ghosts, your little ones will love getting creative with these Halloween projects.
Every Halloween craft on this list comes with printable templates or step-by-step instructions to make your life easier because crafting should be fun, not frustrating!
Halloween Crafts for Kids
Here’s a roundup of our favorite Halloween crafts on Frosting and Glue, perfect for classrooms, parties, or just a cozy night of crafting at home.
Paper Plate Bat Craft
A Halloween classic! This smiling bat made from a paper plate is simple, fun, and the perfect Halloween decoration.
👉 Make the Paper Plate Bat
Handprint Ghost Craft
Turn your child’s handprint into a ghostly masterpiece! This is a keepsake-worthy craft you’ll love pulling out every October.
👉 Make the Handprint Ghost
Handprint Dracula Craft
This Dracula craft is as silly as it is spooky! Made with your child’s handprint, it’s a great way to get creative and celebrate Halloween.
👉 Make the Handprint Dracula
Handprint Spider Craft
Craft a not-so-scary spider using handprints! This one’s especially fun for younger kids who love creepy crawly things.
👉 Make the Handprint Spider
Printable Handprint Witch Craft
Print, cut, and assemble a whimsical witch with your little one’s handprint for the hair. Easy prep with magical results!
👉 Make the Handprint Witch
Frankenstein Handprint Craft
Make your own mini monster with this fun and easy Frankenstein craft—complete with silly stitches and bolts!
👉 Make the Frankenstein Handprint
Handprint Bat Craft
Yes, another bat—but this time, it’s all about your kiddo’s handprints! A creative twist that turns little hands into spooky wings.
👉 Make the Handprint Bat
Handprint Cat Craft
This Halloween black cat craft is purr-fect for kids who love animals. Bonus: it’s super cute, not scary!
👉 Make the Handprint Cat
Paper Bag Ghost Puppet
Grab a paper lunch bag and bring your ghost to life! This puppet craft is perfect for storytelling and giggles.
👉 Make the Paper Bag Ghost
Pumpkin Popsicle Stick Craft
Mix and match orange and green sticks to make your very own popsicle stick pumpkin patch. So simple and festive!
👉 Make the Pumpkin Popsicle Stick Craft
Bat Headband Craft
Let the kids wear their creativity! This bat headband craft is a hit at classroom parties and makes for great Halloween photos.
👉 Make the Bat Headband
Popsicle Stick Witch Craft
This witchy popsicle stick project is perfect for little hands—and it turns out oh-so-cute with her green face and crooked hat!
👉 Make the Popsicle Stick Witch
Frankenstein Bookmark Craft
Encourage reading with this not-so-scary Frankenstein bookmark! Great for classroom Halloween books or at-home reading fun.
👉 Make the Frankenstein Bookmark
Paper Cup Bat Craft
Turn an ordinary paper cup into an adorable hanging bat. It’s perfect for Halloween décor or just silly fun!
👉 Make the Paper Cup Bat
Dracula Bookmark Craft
Sink your teeth into this fun and friendly Dracula bookmark! With fangs, cape, and a not-so-spooky face, it’s vampire-approved!
👉 Make the Dracula Craft
Why You’ll Love These Halloween Crafts
Creative fun that keeps kids engaged and off screens
Memory-making moments perfect for home or school
Low mess and uses supplies you already have
Includes templates to make crafting simple and stress-free
Keep the Crafting Going!
Love these crafts? We’ve got even more holiday fun coming up! Be sure to browse all our holiday printables and crafts to keep the magic going all season long.
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