130+ FREE Printable Halloween Crafts For Kids

BySamUpdated: October 21, 202660 Comments

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Kids love Halloween, but I think half the fun is getting to make all those silly, spooky characters! A Frankenstein with a crooked smile? Even better. These Halloween crafts for kids are full of friendly monsters and not-so-scary creatures that preschoolers, kindergarteners, and elementary-aged kids can have fun making.

And the funny thing about Halloween crafts is that even when everyone starts with the same template, the finished characters never seem to look quite alike. One ghost ends up looking surprised, another looks happy, and somehow they’re both adorable.

That’s something we love about creating crafts at Simple Everyday Mom. Kids get to make something that’s their own, and parents and teachers don’t have to spend hours getting everything ready. Most of these projects come with free printable templates to make things easier.

Collage of Halloween paper crafts for kids featuring ghosts, mummies, witches, bats, Frankenstein monsters, and haunted houses, with large text reading “130+ Free Printable Halloween Crafts For Class Parties.”Pin

They’re also a fun way to decorate for Halloween, especially when the decorations are made by the kids themselves. I think a classroom full of their goofy little monsters is a lot more fun than anything you could buy at the store!

Bats

Bats might be a little creepy in real life, but they’re pretty cute when they’re made out of paper! These bat crafts are a fun way for kids to make their own flying Halloween friends. I especially love the headbands because there’s something funny about watching a classroom full of kids running around pretending to be bats!

Collage of Halloween bat crafts for kids showing paper bats with colorful wings, tissue paper artwork, handprint bats, paper bag puppets, and bat characters made from paper cups and cardboard tubes.Pin

Black Cats

Black cats are a Halloween classic, and I think they’re even cuter when kids make them themselves! Whether they’re creating a paper plate cat or making a puppet, these black cat crafts are easy to give a little personality. Some might look sweet and innocent, while others end up looking like they’re ready to get into trouble!

Collection of Halloween black cat crafts featuring a black cat silhouette on a green background, a paper plate cat face, torn paper cat artwork, and a paper bag black cat puppet.Pin

Candy Corn

You either love candy corn or you don’t, but I think we can all agree it makes a pretty cute Halloween craft! Those bright yellow, orange, and white colors are perfect for making fun little characters. Kids can even turn their candy corn into a mummy or a silly gnome. Who knew a piece of candy could have so many personalities?

Collage of Halloween candy corn crafts featuring smiling paper candy corn characters, pumpkins decorated like candy corn, a jack-o'-lantern name craft, a candy corn character with pipe cleaner arms and legs, and a colorful candy corn headband.Pin

Crows

Crows don’t always get much attention when it comes to Halloween crafts, but they definitely deserve a spot on the list! These crow crafts are a fun way to make a black bird without making anything too scary. It’s also a great project to use when kids are learning about birds in the fall.

Disguise A Ghost Project Ideas

Have your kids been assigned a Hide a Ghost project at school? This is such a fun Halloween activity because the whole idea is to disguise a ghost so no one recognizes it! Our disguise a ghost project ideas give kids plenty of inspiration for turning their ghosts into something completely different. It’s especially fun to see what everyone comes up with when the finished projects are displayed together in the classroom!

Frankenstein

Is it just me, or does Frankenstein always look cuter when kids make him? Between the green face, funny hair, and those little bolts, there’s so much personality packed into one monster! These Frankenstein crafts let kids make everything from puppets to headbands, and I think the sillier their monster turns out, the better.

Collage of Frankenstein crafts for kids featuring green paper monsters with black hair and neck bolts, including handprint art, tissue paper crafts, photo characters, cards, and a Frankenstein gnome.Pin

Ghosts

Ghosts are supposed to be scary, but I don’t think anyone told these guys! These ghost crafts are much more adorable than frightening, and that’s exactly why I love them for younger kids. They can make a happy little ghost out of paper, try a handprint version, or even tear up paper to create their own. And since ghosts are mostly white, they’re easy to make without needing a bunch of different colors.

Collection of Halloween ghost crafts for kids showing white paper ghosts wearing witch hats, tissue paper artwork, handprint ghosts, a ghost name craft, and smiling paper ghost characters.Pin

Haunted Houses

One of the best things about making a haunted house is deciding what belongs inside it. Maybe it’s full of friendly ghosts, or maybe there’s something hiding behind every window! These haunted house crafts give kids a chance to make their own spooky little scene. I especially like the name craft because it adds a little letter practice to all that Halloween fun.

Collage of Halloween haunted house crafts featuring colorful paper houses, ghosts, pumpkins, tombstones, a haunted house name craft, and a moonlit haunted house painting.Pin

Monsters

I think monsters are one of the few crafts where the goofier they look, the better! Three eyes? Sure! A giant crooked smile? Even better! These monster crafts are perfect for letting kids get a little silly with their creations. There’s really no wrong way to make a monster, which is part of what makes them so fun.

Collection of colorful monster crafts for kids, including handprint monsters, monster name crafts with lettered teeth, a blue paper plate monster, and paper bag monster puppets.Pin

Mummies

There’s something about wrapping things up that kids just love! And that’s what makes mummy crafts so much fun. Whether they’re making a mummy out of a paper bag or creating one with a handprint, kids get to turn an ordinary shape into a silly Halloween character. I especially like the wrapped versions because the process is just as much fun as the finished craft!

Collage of mummy crafts for kids featuring paper mummies wrapped in strips, a mummy cat, handprint art, paper cup characters, a mummy gnome, and popsicle stick crafts.Pin

Pumpkin Disguise Crafts

Vampire

Vampires usually have a reputation for being scary, but these little guys aren’t fooling anyone! With their tiny fangs and funny expressions, they’re much more cute than creepy. These vampire crafts are a fun way for kids to make their own Dracula-inspired characters, and the puppets are especially fun because kids can play with them long after craft time is over.

Collection of vampire crafts for kids showing colorful Dracula characters with pointed fangs, red capes, torn paper artwork, handprint designs, and popsicle stick puppets.Pin

Werewolves

Werewolves might be known for being scary, but these versions are anything but! With their furry faces, pointy ears, and funny expressions, they’re actually pretty cute. These werewolf crafts are a fun way for kids to make their own Halloween monsters, and I love that they can even practice spelling their names while they’re at it!

Witch

Witches might be one of the most recognizable Halloween characters, but they don’t all have to look the same! Some have big pointy hats, others have funny expressions, and a few are busy making potions. These witch crafts give kids plenty of ways to make their own version. I especially like the witches’ brew name craft because spelling your name with bubbling potion ingredients is a lot more interesting than writing it on plain paper!

Collage of witch crafts for kids featuring colorful paper witches with pointy hats, handprint hair, paper cup puppets, photo crafts, and a witch flying over a paper plate house.Pin

Zombie

Okay, zombies probably aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of cute kids’ crafts, but these might change your mind! Between their funny faces and crazy expressions, these zombie crafts are more silly than scary. Kids can make a zombie puppet, decorate a paper cup, or even paint one on a rock. And really, the messier and goofier their zombie looks, the more it fits the character!

Collage of Halloween zombie crafts for kids, including green paper plate zombies, painted rocks, handprint art, paper cup characters, and a zombie cat puppet.Pin

Other Craft Collections

Not every Halloween craft fits neatly into one category, and that’s okay! From Mickey Mouse dressed up for Halloween to colorful sugar skulls and spiders made from recycled materials, these projects are a fun change from the usual Halloween characters. They’re also great when kids want to make something a little different from the rest of the group.

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60 Comments

  1. Good morning Sam,

    Tried hunted house for first time with my 4 years old girl and absolutely loving it.
    Thank you so much for lovely ideas how to entertain her. We both had so much fun.

    Reply
    1. Shae | Community Manager says:

      Aww, how sweet! Sounds like such a fun little project to enjoy together. Thank you for sharing your experience! ◡̈

  2. I am looking for your Spookley the Pumpkin craft.

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  3. bonjour, je n’arrive pas à télécharger le document pour réaliser la maison hantée. merci de votre retour.
    Ph Maillot

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    1. Shae | Community Manager says:

      Hi! Sorry you’re having trouble! This post is a roundup of Halloween crafts, so you’ll need to click the link to the haunted house craft first. Once you’re on that post, scroll all the way down and click the image that says “Click Here To Get Your Freebie.” A new tab will open where you can enter your email to receive the template link. Hope this helps! ◡̈

  4. Giovanni Rana says:

    Molto bello, lo farò in classe con i miei bimbi

    Reply
    1. Shae | Community Manager says:

      Thank you so much! Hope the kids have a lovely time making it!

  5. Can you please send the torn candy corn template. Having trouble finding it.

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  6. I am subscribed but I cannot see a link to access downloads anymore.

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    1. Hi! Could you tell me which craft/printable you’re trying to get, but that isn’t’ working? Thanks!

  7. These would be great for centers! Thank you!!!

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    1. You’re very welcome! So glad you think they’d be perfect.

  8. Very beautiful crafts. I just want the templates for them.

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    1. Thanks! Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈

    1. No problem ◡̈ Hope the kids like these Halloween ideas!

  10. Beatrice Plettinckx says:

    I would love to have the free templates please to do them with my granddaughter. Thank you very much.

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    1. Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ◡̈

    1. Of course!

    1. You’re welcome! We’re glad you found our Halloween ideas beneficial. If you’re looking for more seasonal kid-friendly activities, keep an eye out for our new Halloween and Thanksgiving posts!

  13. Looks like so fun much with the kids

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    1. Yay, that’s the goal! I hope you can try some out!

  14. Thank you so much for these darling ideas. They are adorable and my students are loving them! It brings a little comic humor to a hard day in kindergarten!

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    1. Haha, I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for being a reader 🩷

  15. Thanks! These look great for OT sessions.

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    1. You’re welcome! I so glad you can use them with your students!

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