Halloween Crafts For Toddlers
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Halloween is such an exciting time of year, especially for little ones who are just starting to experience the magic of the season. If you’re a mom of a toddler, you’re looking for Halloween crafts that are not only fun and engaging but also easy to set up and safe for tiny hands. Halloween crafts for toddlers don’t have to be complicated or messy!
To help you get into the Halloween spirit, I’ve put together a list of adorable and toddler-friendly crafts that will keep your little one entertained without the mess or the stress. As a mom of 4, almost 5, I am only recommending my very favorite, mom-approved toddler craft ideas. Best of all, they use very simple supplies, much of which you likely already have at home. Let’s dive in!
Halloween crafts for toddlers
What Are Halloween Crafts For Toddlers?
1. Paper Plate Ghosts
Paper plate ghosts are a classic Halloween craft that toddlers will love. All you need are white paper plates, some white crepe paper or tissue paper, googly eyes, and non-toxic glue. Start by letting your toddler glue the googly eyes onto the paper plate to create the ghost’s face. Then, help them attach strips of white crepe paper to the bottom of the plate, creating the ghost’s “tail.” Hang these around the house for some toddler-made Halloween decor!
2. Pumpkin Stickers Collage
Pumpkin sticker collages are perfect for little hands that are just learning how to peel and stick. Provide your toddler with a variety of pumpkin-themed stickers and a large piece of orange construction paper. Let them go wild decorating the paper with as many stickers as they like. It’s a simple activity that they can do on their own, and it’s mess-free, too!
3. Handprint Spiders
Handprint spiders are an adorable keepsake and a fun way to get messy—just a little bit! Use black non-toxic washable paint to coat your toddler’s hand (except the thumb) and press it onto a piece of white paper. Once it’s dry, add some googly eyes on the palm part to create the spider’s face. Draw a spiderweb around your handprint spider, and you’ve got a cute and creepy Halloween decoration.
Here is my absolute favorite non-toxic, washable paint for toddlers.
4. Pumpkin Stamping
Pumpkin stamping is another great craft that’s easy and safe for toddlers. Cut an apple in half, remove the seeds, and let your toddler dip the cut side into orange washable paint. Then, have them stamp the apple onto a piece of paper to create pumpkin shapes. Add a green construction paper stem, and you’ve got a whole pumpkin patch ready to display!
5. Cotton Ball Ghosts
Cotton ball ghosts are fluffy, fun, and super easy to make. Cut out ghost shapes from black construction paper, and give your toddler a pile of cotton balls and some glue. Let them cover the ghost shapes with the cotton balls to create soft, spooky ghosts. Add some googly eyes or draw on a face with a white crayon to finish the look.
Pumpkin craft for toddlers
6. Q-Tip Skeletons
For a fun and safe introduction to skeletons, try making Q-tip skeletons. Use black construction paper as the background and glue Q-tips in the shape of a skeleton. Toddlers can help with placing the Q-tips and gluing them down. Use a white crayon to draw on the skull, or cut one out of white paper and glue it on. This craft is easy to set up and helps develop fine motor skills.
7. Paper Plate Pumpkin Faces
This craft is all about creativity! Cut out different shapes from black construction paper for the eyes, nose, and mouth of a jack-o-lantern. Let your toddler glue the shapes onto an orange paper plate to create their own pumpkin face. It’s a mess-free activity that’s perfect for toddlers, and you can display their work around the house.
8. Toilet Paper Roll Bats
Transform those empty toilet paper rolls into cute little bats! Cover the roll in black construction paper, and use a small piece of the same paper to cut out wings. Glue the wings onto the back of the roll and add some googly eyes. You can draw on a little smile with a white crayon to make these bats extra friendly. This craft is easy, fun, and uses items you likely already have at home.
9. Spider Hats
Let your toddler get into the Halloween spirit with their own homemade spider hat. Use black construction paper to create a simple band to fit around your toddler’s head. Then, cut out strips of black paper for the spider’s legs and attach them to the band. Add some googly eyes to the front, and you’ve got a spooky hat that your toddler will love to wear.
10. Pumpkin Sensory Bags
For a mess-free sensory experience, try making pumpkin sensory bags. Fill a clear ziplock bag with orange hair gel, some pumpkin seeds, and a few drops of orange food coloring. Seal the bag tightly and let your toddler squish and move the gel around to explore the textures. This activity is not only fun but also helps with sensory development and keeps little hands busy.
11. Lollipop Ghosts
Lollipop ghosts are a tasty treat and a fun craft all in one! Cover a lollipop with a small square of white tissue paper, and tie it under the candy with a piece of string or a rubber band. Let your toddler draw on a ghost face with a black (washable) marker. These ghosts are great for handing out to trick-or-treaters or just for enjoying at home.
12. Footprint Ghosts
Capture your toddler’s little feet with this adorable craft. Paint the bottom of their feet with white washable paint and press them onto black construction paper. Once the paint dries, add some googly eyes and a mouth to turn their footprint into a ghost. It’s a sweet and simple craft that makes a great keepsake.
This is one craft that would be great to send to a grandparent or other relative as a Halloween greeting card!
13. Paper Bag Mummies
Turn a plain paper bag into a spooky mummy with just a few supplies. Wrap the bag in strips of white crepe paper or toilet paper, and tuck in the ends. Add some googly eyes, and your toddler’s mummy is ready to go! This craft is easy, safe, and a great way to recycle old materials.
14. Pumpkin Patch Sensory Bin
Create a mini pumpkin patch right at home with a sensory bin. Fill a large bin with dried corn kernels, small foam pumpkins, and other fall-themed items like fake leaves or acorns. Let your toddler explore the different textures and play with the items in the bin. Sensory bins are a wonderful way to encourage sensory exploration while keeping mess to a minimum.
15. Popsicle Stick Monsters
Popsicle stick monsters are a fun and creative craft that’s perfect for Halloween. Start by painting the sticks in different colors, then let your toddler glue on googly eyes, yarn for hair, and other craft supplies to create their own silly monsters. You can even add some magnet strips to the back and use them to decorate your fridge.
16. Pumpkin Faces Felt Board
Create a reusable pumpkin faces felt board for endless Halloween fun. Cut out a large pumpkin shape from orange felt and various shapes for eyes, noses, and mouths from black felt. Let your toddler mix and match the pieces to create different pumpkin faces. It’s a great quiet-time activity that’s safe and easy to clean up. Best of all, there is no messy glue or paint for those days when you are at your limit!
17. Glow-in-the-Dark Ghosts
Make some glowing ghosts to light up your Halloween nights. Cut out ghost shapes from white paper and draw on faces with black marker. Then, let your toddler paint them with glow-in-the-dark paint. Once they dry, hang them in your toddler’s room for some spooky, glowing fun!
Note - I’ve not been able to find washable glow-in-the-dark paint online, but I did find some once in my local craft store. I’ve also used these glow-in-the-dark paints from Amazon with my kids. They wash off hands and clothing as long as they are still wet, so as long as you stay close by to quickly wipe away any paint spills, these are just fine to use with toddlers.
18. Monster Masks
Let your toddler’s imagination run wild with monster masks. Cut out mask shapes from cardboard or thick paper, and let your toddler decorate them with paint, markers, and stickers. Attach a popsicle stick to the bottom for a handle, and your toddler can use their new mask for some pretend play.
19. Paper Plate Witch Hat
Create a cute witch hat using just a paper plate and some construction paper. Cut a circle from the middle of the paper plate, and then roll a piece of black construction paper into a cone. Glue the cone to the plate, and let your toddler decorate the hat with stickers or markers. This craft is easy, safe, and perfect for a little witch-in-training.
20. Jack-o-Lantern Puzzles
Turn pumpkin carving into a safe and simple puzzle game for your toddler. Draw a jack-o-lantern face on a piece of orange paper, and then cut it into large, easy-to-handle pieces. Let your toddler put the pieces back together to recreate the pumpkin face. It’s a great way to introduce problem-solving skills while celebrating Halloween.
Conclusion
As you now know, Halloween crafts with your toddler don’t have to be complex or messy. These simple, safe, and fun ideas are perfect for getting your little one into the Halloween spirit. Whether you’re making ghosts, pumpkins, or monsters, these activities are sure to create special memories for you and your toddler. So gather your supplies, pick a craft, and let the Halloween fun begin!
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