Fun Halloween Activities for Kids
You’re going to love these Fun Halloween Activities for Kids! They’re great for learning, fun, and most of all – perfect for getting everyone excited about Halloween! When it comes to getting in the spooky mood, check out this list of easy Halloween ideas.
Since we love to do a lot of seasonal and holiday learning, it just makes sense for us to add in as many creative options that we can for Halloween! These are some of our favorite activities to do during the month of October and they’re a great lead-in for trick or treating fun and all things Halloween as well!
In my opinion, themed learning is a great way to keep the kids excited and wanting to always do more! Use these ideas as a way to boost creativity and confidence at home.
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Fun Halloween Activities for Kids
More than likely, the kids are already buzzing about Halloween ideas and activities! This means that they’re excited and ready for all things spooky fun to happen. While you’re waiting for the big day to arrive, filling the time with fun and educational learning activities can be just what they need!
Not only that but they can then use these to decorate the house or create their own Halloween fun, too!
We’ve used a lot of these fun activities for weekend creativity, learning at home, or even as fun things to do during playdates as well.
Halloween Books
This time of year also brings out some of the best Halloween books for kids as well. The great thing about Halloween books is that you can find ones that are cute and not scary! Depending on the age of your child, you may want to find books that aren’t scary, and for good reason!
My kids tend to go back and forth on what they like to read but they both agree that anything super spooky is off limits! This is why the books below are great choices for younger kids. Not only are the pictures super fun and inviting but they’re not spooky scary stories that are going to disrupt their day.
One of our favorite things to do is curl up with a good book and during the Halloween season, the cool crisp air makes it perfect for doing just that. Check out some of the Halloween books listed below and don’t forget to add some of your favorites to the list.
For more book ideas
Halloween Books for Kindergarten
Halloween Books for 2nd Graders
Halloween Pumpkin Books for Kids
Halloween Books for Preschoolers
Halloween Books for Elementary Students
These books are perfect for your kid’s Halloween learning activities! Cuddle up with them as they get to read stories about some not so spooky pumpkins this Halloween.
Little Blue Truck’s HalloweenPete the Cat: Trick or PeteGoodnight, Little MonsterBig PumpkinSplat the Cat and the Pumpkin-Picking Plan: Includes More Than 30 Stickers!The Berenstain Bears Trick or Treat (First Time Books)
Bring on the bats! This is the time of year for bat fun and this fun experiment is the proof!
Fizzy Pumpkin Science Experiment
What is Halloween without pumpkins? This cool science experiment is so simple and fun!
Who knew that making skeletons would be so simple and easy to do! This is a great activity for early learners to create fun Halloween decorations all on their own.
This craft is sure to cast a spell of delight on your child’s Halloween celebration once you add this to your list of homeschool Halloween activities.
Monster Activities for Preschool
Not all monsters are scary! These monster-themed activities will surely get your preschoolers’ attention.
Monster Crafts for Kindergarten
Thinking of some great Halloween crafts to do with your kindergartener? These monster crafts will be perfect!
You can never have too many skeleton craft ideas! Let the kids have some spooky fun with this list of crafts.
Spooky Dry Erase Floating Ink Experiment
Do you want an easy experiment to do with your kids? Try this simple experiment with just a dry erase marker, plate, and water.
A spooky Halloween ghost? Ha! That’s just a floating tea bag. Try this experiment and see how awesome it is.
Halloween Chemistry Experiments
Teach chemistry to your elementary kids this Halloween and get inspired with this list of amazing Halloween chemistry experiments.
No-Fuss Monster Crafts for Kids
Ready for something fast and easy? Get a load of this list! Monster crafts that take minimal effort? Count me in time and time again!
Halloween Preschool Activities
This list of preschool Halloween fun is great for the younger kids! They’ll love having their own choices on what to create for Halloween.
Halloween Fine Motor Activities for Preschool
These hands-on homeschool activities are perfect for keeping little fingers busy while developing essential motor skills.
Halloween Math Activities for Kindergarten
Teach math to your young kindergarteners in a fun spooky way with these list of enjoyable Halloween math activities.
Try these awesome Halloween science experiments that your little scientist will love.
Amazing Halloween Science Activities
Bring on the science activities! These are great for STEM learning for a wide variety of ages!
Halloween Science Activities for Elementary Students
From bubbling potions to creepy crawly experiments, these hands-on homeschool activities will thrill young minds. Discover the magic of science while exploring the mysteries of Halloween.
Don’t forget that there are activities for toddlers, too! Everyone in the house can create their very own Halloween fun!
Halloween Kindergarten Activities
These activities will keep your little ones entertained this Halloween season.
Fun Halloween Activities for 1st Graders
Do you have a 1st grader? Try these fun Halloween activities for 1st graders! I’m sure your little one will have a blast this Halloween with these activities.
Monster Games for Preschoolers
Get ready for monstrous fun with these engaging and educational monster games for preschoolers!
Monster Books for Preschoolers
Monster fans will rejoice with these fun books about friendly and colorful monsters that will teach preschoolers important life lessons.
Find the best Halloween picture books for your young readers who appreciate looking at vivid images and fun stories! Perfect for your child’s Halloween reading.
Fun Jack-O-Lantern Sensory Bin
For a fun sensory activity this Halloween, check out this jack-o-lantern sensory bin. Perfect for little learners!
Looking for a fun and engaging way to learn this Halloween? Check out these Halloween STEM activities!
Monster Activities for Kindergarten
Do you want some monster-themed activities for your little one? You must see this awesome list of monster activities for kindergarten!
Halloween Toys
Make sure to sprinkle in some fun toys for Halloween as well. When you can use all different types of senses for the kids to learn, why not? They can read, play with their hands and create, or even use these toys for imaginative play!
The great thing about using toys during learning is that the kids don’t really know that they’re learning while they’re playing! So many toys nowadays are perfect for being a learning tool and a fun toy that it’s really a great combination.
What I’ve found during my toy searches is that it’s good to have a variety of different types of toys. Stuffed animals are great for emotional learning, board games are perfect for family fun and teamwork learning, and the list goes on and on!
When you try and add in different games and ideas, you just might help your child find a new type of learning or a new toy that they didn’t even know that they liked!
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Halloween Density Jar by STEAMsational
Use this fun Halloween activity for the kids to dive deeper into STEAM learning. It’s so much fun for them to be able to actually have fun with a project and learn at the same time.
Halloween Pack by 3 Dinosaurs
Looking for even more Halloween ideas? This pack can be great for more fun!
Halloween Mad Scientist Lab Experiment by STEAMsational
Don’t we all have a little bit of scientists in us? But during Halloween time, we’re all a bit mad! This fun lab experiment is perfect for kids to feel as though they’re really creating and making something fun!