These easy Halloween paper crafts will provide so much spooky fun for kids. There are ideas for toddlers, preschool, elementary age, and more!
Paper crafts are a good go-to activity for kids because they are cheap and there usually isn’t a need for any special supplies. And for the really littles, they’re great for fine motor skills.
If you have paper, scissors, and craft glue, you don’t need to run to your local craft store and spend money. You can also get a lot of supplies at the dollar store. Plus, paper crafts are super easy to clean up!
Having a theme to work with when doing paper crafts is always a good idea. Why not try some easy Halloween crafts using paper?
There are tons of spooky and fun ideas: ghosts, vampires, skeletons, bats, pumpkins, monsters, mummies, spiders – and so many more. You can decide whether your kids would prefer creepy or cute googly eyed crafts.
I’ve collected 30 easy paper crafts that are perfect for kids of all ages to make around Halloween. I was impressed with all of the creative ideas people have come up with, and I’m sure you will be too!
Scroll down and see what I found. Which one do you want to try first? Let me know in the comments.
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artsycraftsymom.com
Flying Bats
Halloween is the perfect time to make the cutest bats you've ever seen! I love their happy little faces.
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www.simpleeverydaymom.com
Frankenstein Candy Corn
Download the free template and then kids can either color in the blank template and cut it out, or use color paper to cut out shapes.
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artsycraftsymom.com
Paper Quilling Black Cats
Paper quilling is such a fun activity! Kids can make this adorable black cat, and there is also another post for paper quilling bats.
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Paper Pumpkins
Make a paper pumpkin, step by step! Kids are going to love this fun craft idea for fall and Halloween.
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fromabcstoacts.com
Frankenstein Sun Catcher
I love what you can create with a bit of paper! Green tissue paper is perfect for this craft idea.
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kidscraftroom.com
Hanging Bat Craft
Use the free template to make this super cute hanging bat card for Halloween. This would be great for gifting with a piece of candy to a special friend!
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www.fantasticfunandlearning.com
Spider Headband
Make a spider headband craft to use for Halloween activities, letter S activities, or the Itsy Bitsy Spider in preschool and kindergarten.
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www.easypeasyandfun.com
Halloween Paper Chains
This is a fun idea for when you have multiple kids around the house. Have each one make a few pieces of the paper chain and then hang it up as a decoration.
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krokotak.com
Halloween Wreath
Let your kids make a wreath for the holiday. All you need is paper, a paper plate, scissors and a stapler! So cute and easy.Get more Halloween wreath ideas.
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artsycraftsymom.com
Monster Corner Bookmark
With a bit of paper folding and creativity, you can make these fun monster bookmarks. Great for little readers!
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www.mombrite.com
Black Cat Handprint
Isn't this just adorable? I love handprint crafts, and there are a ton of Halloween ones on this site. Use the template, or let kids create their own cat head for their handprint body!
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www.messylittlemonster.com
Bobble Head Vampire
Kids are going to love making this vampire card. The head sticks out from the page and wobbles! The free template makes this really easy.
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littlebinsforlittlehands.com
Halloween Paper Craft in 3D (FREE Printable)
You're going to love this simple and fun Halloween paper project in 3D. Get a free printable papercraft template to download for an awesome STEAM project that is perfect for older kids.
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Lesie Manlapig
Origami Jack O’ Lantern Pumpkin
Learn how to make the cutest little pumpkins by folding paper! Then give them jack o' lantern faces perfect for the holiday (you can pick whether they are scary or happy).
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Spooky Luminaries
Learn how to make these cute paper luminaries for Halloween using bags and permanent markers! Free templates included.
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thistlekeylane.com
Book Page Ghost Garland
Make a simple ghost garland with just a few supplies in no time at all, for festive Halloween fun!
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www.hellowonderful.co
Halloween Paper Accordion Craft
This cute and spooky Halloween paper accordion craft is an easy art project! You can whip up with the kids using materials you probably already have on hand.
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nontoygifts.com
Shape Black Cats
Have kids cut out various shapes using black paper. Then they can have fun turning them into cats!
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happyhappynester.com
Hanging Bats
Here is an easy and cute craft that you want to make with your kids and family. This fun Halloween decor that will make your porch adorable!
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stateofzin.com
Magazine Ghost
Kids can gather magazine pages that are mainly white and then use a paper cutter (or scissors) to create this ghost!
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iheartcraftythings.com
Witch Craft
A lot of witches are covered in warts and might be considered ugly – but this witch is super cute! You can make her from a variety of shapes, which makes it a nice learning experience as they go through the project.
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Marisa Edghill
DIY: Spiderweb Kirigami
Kirigami is the Japanese art of cutting paper! Let Marisa show you how to make spider webs using brightly colored sheets of paper. You'll make some intentional cuts and then unfold (just like snowflakes!).
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savvysassymoms.com
Paper Roll Bat Craft
These bats are not only a cute craft project, they also will fit on little kid arms so they can run around making the wings flap!
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www.funlovingfamilies.com
Torn Paper Halloween Art for Kids
Here's an easy and creative holiday art project for kids! Use torn paper to create spooky or cute Halloween silhouette scenes that pop.
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krokotak.com
Folded Paper Witch
Follow the easy step by step instructions to make a folded paper witch of your own. Each one will be different!
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www.simpleeverydaymom.com
Ghost Puppets
Use the free printable, some paper and a paper bag to make these puppets. Then you can put on a little ghost play!
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thiscraftyfamily.com
Standing Paper Witches
I love that these witches stand when you make them! They have colorful, curly hair, magic wands, and brooms.
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onelittleproject.com
Halloween Paper Garland Cutouts
These Halloween paper garland cutouts are SO CUTE and surprisingly simple to make! This is such a fun craft for kids, teens, tweens, and adults!
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nontoygifts.com
Frankenstein Card
Create a fun Frankenstein footprint card for Halloween. Trace your foot and then get creative! This is a nice keepsake to give to grandparents too.
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thecraftingchicks.com
Paper Lanterns
These paper lanterns come together easily with items you probably already have around the house. Wouldn't these be fun to turn into a garland?
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www.easy-crafts-for-kids.com
Easy Witch Origami for Halloween
This easy witch origami for Halloween is perfect for kids! Make a pair of paper witches using these easy to follow instructions. They're so cute!
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curlybirds.typepad.com
Ghost Finger Puppets
Only have a few minutes to craft? Make these fun paper ghost finger puppets!
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www.thebestideasforkids.com
Handmade Halloween Cards (with free templates)
These handmade Halloween cards are so fun and easy to put together! You can make them on your own or use the free printable templates. You can choose between a pumpkin, witch, Frankenstein, or vampire card.
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www.thebestideasforkids.com
Handprint Witch
Not only is this handprint witch a simple and cute Halloween craft for toddlers, it doubles as a card. This craft is a perfect gift to give to someone with a special treat on the holiday!
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www.skiptomylou.org
Paper Ghost
This is a super easy paper craft. Just print out the free template and let kids cut out the ghost. Hang them from the ceiling for fun decorations!
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organizeyourstuffnow.com
Halloween Spook Banner
Make a child friendly Halloween spook banner using craft paper and a few other supplies. Your kids will love making and hanging!
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organized31.com
Mummy Treats
Use up some scrap paper for this mummy craft! Tear or cut it to put on a pack of gum or candy bar and make a mummy.
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www.simpleeverydaymom.com
Handprint Bat Craft
This post has a free template so you can make this darling bat sometime in October. So fun for kids! And don't you love the mismatched wiggly eyes? Those are my favorite!
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www.craftingcheerfully.com
Pumpkin Medallion DIY Halloween Banner
This pumpkin medallion banner is a great paper craft to decorate your home for the holiday! This is perfect for elementary age kids who are skilled at cutting and folding paper.
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www.printablesfairy.com
Printable Monster Puppets
These five printable puppets are perfect for celebrating the holiday, as a craft for a monster party, or to put on a puppet show with your kids.
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Decorating Fake Pumpkins • Frankenstein Crafts • Halloween Crafts for Kids • Halloween Crafts for Toddlers • Halloween Perler Beads • Halloween Pinatas • Hocus Pocus Crafts • Party Favors • Recycled Halloween Crafts • Witch Crafts