Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time of year to get crafting with the kids. If you’re looking for a fun and simple Halloween craft then you’ll definitely want to check out my latest Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft.

If you enjoyed this Halloween idea, check out more Fun Spider Activities for Kids!

This craft is easy to follow along with and requires just a few simple supplies, making it a great activity for kids of all ages. So, dust off your scissors, grab some paint, and join me on a spooktacular crafting adventure that you and your little ones are sure to enjoy!

An image of the Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft

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Fun Spider Activities

Looking for other spider activities to complement your Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft? Check out these fun ideas:

Spider Coloring Pages: Get out your crayons or pencil crayons and let your child unleash their creativity while they color these cool creatures.

Spider Life Cycle Worksheets: Dive into the world of arachnids with spider life cycle worksheets. Kids can learn about the different stages of a spider’s life, from egg to adult, through engaging activities and visuals.

Spider Science Experiments: Unleash your inner scientist with spider-themed science experiments. From investigating spider silk to exploring how spiders catch their prey, these hands-on experiments will spark curiosity and foster a love for science.

These spider activities will add an extra layer of excitement to your Halloween crafting session!

Recommended Halloween Books for Kids

Have fun this Halloween with any of these books your kids will love. Bring the spooky thrills indoors with a Halloween adventure before you head outside to trick or treat.

The Crayons Trick or Treat The Halloween Tree: Build New Traditions with This Funny and Imaginative Holiday Book for Children (Halloween Gifts for Kids)Little Blue Truck’s Halloween Froggy’s Halloween The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky (The Food Group)Even Monsters Get Scared: Halloween books for kids Preschool (Picture Books – to Help Kid Overcome their Fears.) (Bedtime Picture Books for Preschool kids Book 5)

Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft Supplies

Paper Plate
White and Black Paint
Paint Brush
Marker
Black Paper
Glue Stick
Scissors

Recommended Spider Kits

Looking for a fun and unique toy to delight your kids? Check out these spider-themed toys and kits! These will surely thrill your child and foster their curiosity about spiders.

4M 5576 Table Top Robot – DIY Robotics Stem Toys, Engineering Edge Detector Gift for Kids & Teens, Boys & Girls (Packaging May Vary)Momoplay Animals Figurine Toys,Animals Life Cycle Set Great for Learning, Cake Toppers, Goodie Bag Fillers (Spider)NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Real Bug Dig Kit – Dig up 3 Real Insects including Spider, Fortune Beetle and Scorpion – Great STEM Science gift GobiDex Amber Dig Kit-Artificial Insect Resin, Excavate 6 Insects Specimens, STEM Geographic Educational Bugs Toys, Excavation Toys for Fun Bugs Party Favors, Science Kits for Kids Age 6-8 8-12 ESSENSON Kids Explorer Kit – Adventure Kit for Kids, Outdoor Explorer Kit with Binoculars, Summer Outdoor Toys for Kids Ages 4-8 Fennoral 9 Pack Spider Wind Chime Kit for Kids Make You Own Spider Wind Chimes Wooden Arts and Crafts for Girls Boys DIY Coloring Halloween Hanging Ornaments Craft Activity Halloween Party Decorations

How to make the Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft

Start by creating a gray shade with the paint then paint the paper plate gray.

Make the spider parts by cutting small circles and rectangular pieces then attach them all together. Use a marker to add some details. Once done, it should look like the image below.

Images on the process of making the Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft

Gently fold the tip of the feet of the spider then attach the spider to the popsicle stick. Complete the background by drawing some web lines on the paper plate.

Images on the process of writing the webs on the Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft

Lastly, make a slit on the paper plate where you can insert the popsicle stick and make the spider move around.

Two images of cutting a slit onto the Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft

Good job! You now have your own Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft!

Halloween Spider Paper Plate Craft

This activity is a super fun, easy-peasy Halloween activity for your kids. This craft is a fantastic way to bond and have fun, but it also helps your kiddos develop their fine motor skills.

Materials

Paper Plate
White and Black Paint
Paint Brush
Marker
Black Paper
Glue Stick
Scissor

Instructions

Using white and black paint, create a gray shade by mixing them. Once done, paint the paper plate gray. Leave it to dry before moving on to the next step.
Create the spider by cutting one small circle and 8 strips of small rectangles using black paper. The circle will be the body of the spider and the rectangles will be their feet.
Use white paper to create the eyes by cutting two small circles then attach them to the assembled body of the spider. Use a marker to draw the pupils
Gently fold the tip of the feet of the spider upwards.
Attach the spider to the popsicle stick.
Using a marker, draw webmarks on the paper plate to complete the background. Make sure that the paper plate is dry before writing on it.
Create an incision along the lower edge of the paper plate. This opening will serve as the point where you can insert the popsicle stick, creating the illusion that the spider is in flight.
And you are now done! You've successfully crafted your very own Halloween Spider Paper Plate masterpiece.