Halloween is a magical time for kids, filled with costumes, candy, and creative fun. Here are two Halloween-themed craft projects for parents to do with their children, to make the holiday even more special.
Paper Plate Ghosts
Materials Needed:
- White paper plates
- Black construction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- String or yarn
Instructions:
- Create the ghost’s face: cut out eyes and a mouth from the black construction paper. Glue them onto the paper plate to form the ghost’s face.
- Add the ghost’s body: cut strips of white paper or tissue paper and glue them to the bottom of the plate to create a flowing ghostly body.
- Hang your ghost: punch a hole at the top of the plate and thread a piece of string or yarn through it. Hang your ghost from the ceiling or a tree branch for a spooky decoration.
Handprint Witch
Materials Needed:
- Green construction paper
- Black construction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- Markers or crayons
Instructions:
- Trace and cut handprints: trace your child’s hand on the green construction paper and cut it out. This will be the witch’s face.
- Create the hat: cut out a witch’s hat from the black construction paper and glue it to the top of the handprint.
- Add features: draw a face on the handprint with markers or crayons. You can also add hair using yarn or strips of paper.
The Greater Austin YMCA offers a variety of free family Halloween events at its eight area locations. Find out more at
www.AustinYMCA.org.
Photo credit. The Greater Austin YMCA
