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8 Awesome Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids

We've found some really fun and entertaining Halloween activities and crafts that parents can do with their kids.

We’ve scoured Pinterest and the web, and found some really fun and entertaining activities and crafts that parents can do with their kids. This is only a small sampling of what’s out there, so don’t just stop after reading this list, you can find these and more great activities and crafts on our Fall Activities and Holidays board on Pinterest. Now, without further ado, here are eight awesome Halloween crafts and activities you can do with your kids!

1. Potato Stamps

What could be more simple? Potatoes + paint = potato stamps! This is a fun and inexpensive activity that only takes a few minutes to set up.

Potato stamps are a fun and inexpensive activity for kids. Source: Say Yes to Hoboken
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2. Pumpkin Bowling

Pumpkin bowling is a popular and fun activity that can be done in a variety of ways.

Pumpkin bowling is a popular activity and can be done in a variety of ways. Source: Pumpkin bowling is a popular activity and can be done in a variety of ways. Source: Be Different...Act Normal
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3. Glow in the Dark Garlands

Garlands make great decorations for many themes, and what kid doesn’t love things that glow in the dark?

Garlands make great decorations for many themes, and what kid doesn't love things that glow in the dark? Source: Design Mom
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4. Spirit Jugs

Spirit Jugs make a great alternative to a jack-o’-lantern, and can be re-used year after year.

Spirit Jugs make a great alternative to a jack-o'-lantern, and can be re-used year after year. Source: Spoonful
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5. Ghost Pretzels

Yum! Ghost prezels are an easy, tasty treat for kids. Find these and other Halloween treat ideas at PBS Parents.

Ghost prezels are an easy, tasty treat for kids of all ages. Find these and other Halloween treat ideas at PBS Parents. Source: PBS Parents
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6. Flying Black Bats

These flying black bats are made of egg cartons and a few household items, making them easy for kids to create.

These flying black bats are made of egg cartons and a few household items, making them easy most kids. Source: Sassy Girlz

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7. Bubbling BOO Bombs and Popping Pumpkins

Using sidewalk chalk and a few household items, you can make these fun ghost and pumpkin-themed bags, and don’t worry, the mess will wash away with water.

Using sidewalk chalk and a few household items, you can make these fun ghost and pumpkin themed bags, and don't worry, the mess will wash away with water. Source: Growing a Jeweled Rose
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8. Witches Hands

These “witches hands” are an inexpensive and easy-to-make craft for kids of all ages.

These 'witches hands' are an inexpensive and easy-to-make craft for kids of all ages. Source: Mommy Savers
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We could go on and on with this list, but you can find these and many other great Halloween-themed crafts and activities on Pinterest!

Bonus! For more great seasonal activities you can do with your kids, check out 9 Great Fall Activities for All Ages!

Find these activities and more on our Pinterest page.

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