80+ Fun and Simple October Crafts for Kids

Are you in need of some fun crafts that will keep your little ones occupied throughout the month of October and beyond? Then this list of 50+ October crafts are just what you need.

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Fun Facts About October

• The work “October” comes from the Latin word “Octo” (meaning eight), as it was the eighth month on the Roman calendar.
• October is the most popular birth month of the United States presidents.
• Christopher Columbus arrived in the Americas in October of 1492.
• October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
• October is home to several quirky holidays including World Farm Animals Day, World Smile Day and National Handbag Day.

You can learn more fun facts about the month of October when you visit wikapedia.org.

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There are so many fun things to celebrate in the month of October. It’s the first full month of Autumn, the most colorful of the seasons, and, of course there’s Halloween. But did you know that there are some super fun lesser known holidays to celebrate too? We’ll give you some craft ideas to make with your kids for ALL of it.

Fall Craft Ideas

1. Fun Fall Activities for Kids Paper Chain

People are divided on whether or not candy corn is a tasty treat or a candy disaster. (Let us know in the comments what side you fall on!). This candy corn themed paper chain is an easy halloween craft for kids of all ages. You can learn how to make this fun fall craft when you read our post “Fun Fall Activities for Kids Paper Chain “.

2. Put On a Fall Puppet Show! {Here’s How!}

These fall puppets have to be one of my favorite October crafts. It’s amazing how you can give a leaf it’s very own personality! You can read the full set of instructions for this craft in our post “Put On a Fall Puppet Show! {Here’s How!}”.

3. Football Player Puppet

In our house Fall is all about football (Go Steelers!). Make your very own football team. Grab the free template HERE.

4. Easy Football Craft

One more football craft to make while you root for your team. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

5. Fox Mobile

Doesn’t this fox mobile just say “Fall”. He’s one of the adorable creatures that you can find scurrying in the Fall forest. Check out the full tutorial and grab the template HERE.

6. Full-size Sunflower Craft

The sunflowers are at their best at the start of October. Though their beauty doesn’t last for long. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

7. Preschool Fall Tree Craft

I love a simple craft like this one. It’s perfect for kids of any age. Just add the fall “leaves”, using pieces of washi tape, to your tree. Grab the free template HERE.

8. Acorn Puppets

Learn how to make these adorable acorn puppets HERE.

9. Fall Coloring Pages

Coloring pages are the best grab and go craft. There’s just no limit to how creative you can get. Grab the free Fall coloring pages HERE.

Halloween Craft Ideas

10. Easy Skeleton Craft {with FREE template}

Spooky season is just around the corner! Celebrate with this easy skeleton craft. You can claim your free crafting template when you visit our post “Easy Skeleton Craft {with FREE template}.

11. Washi Tape Pumpkin Craft

This simple washi tape craft doubles as a Fall craft or Halloween craft depending on whether or not you add the happy jack-o-lantern face. It’s not only so fun to create, but it’s also a great way to practice fine motor skills. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

12. Jack-o-lantern and Ghost Printable

This ghost isn’t scary at all. Grab the free printable and learn how to make this adorable Halloween craft HERE.

13. Paper Black Cat Craft

Some people think that black cats are bad lucky, but I’ve always thought the opposite. They have always brought me good luck. Learn how to make this simple black cat and grab the free craft template HERE.

14. Bat Craft for Kids (with FREE Craft Template)

Turn a plain old paper bag into something truly magical with this bat craft! You can view the materials list and the full set of instructions when you click HERE.

15. Black Cat Halloween Craft (with FREE Template)

One of the first things that I think about when I hear “Halloween” is a black cat. They’re the perfect mascot for the holiday. You can learn how to make this black cat craft when you visit our article “Black Cat Halloween Craft (with FREE Template)”.

16-18. DIY Halloween Decorations for Kids

These Halloween Wreaths are the perfect craft to hang on your door this fall. Choose from a pumpkin, mummy or haunted house, the choice is yours. Want to read the full set of instructions? Check out our post “DIY Halloween Decorations for Kids”.

19. Easy Mummy Craft

Are you looking for an easy fall craft that even kindergarteners and preschoolers can enjoy? Then this popsicle stick mummy is just what you’ve been looking for. You can read the full set of instructions in our article “Easy Mummy Craft”.

20. Paper Plate Bat Craft (It Flies!!!)

This interactive bat craft is the perfect craft for imaginary play! Have your little one put on plays for their family or have them complete this craft with a group of friends or classmates. You can learn how to make this craft when you visit our post “Paper Plate Bat Craft (It Flies!!!)”

21. Free Halloween Printables {just add fingerprints}

This halloween printable turns into a treasured keepsake for Mom and Dad. Claim your free, printable halloween activity when you visit our article “Free Halloween Printables {just add fingerprints}”.

22-25. Halloween Kids’ Activity Paper Airplanes

These Halloween-themed paper airplanes are a great craft for this year’s holiday party. You can discover how to make all four in our post “Halloween Kids’ Activity Paper Airplanes”.

26. Halloween Target Games

This Halloween target craft is the perfect game for your classroom’s Halloween party. Want to learn how to make this craft? You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.

27. Pumpkin Memory Game

In need of more activities to incorporate into your classroom’s fall party? Try out this super simple pumpkin memory game! You can learn how to make this game in our article “Pumpkin Memory Game”.

28-31. Halloween Activity: Paddle Ball!

Yet another October craft for your kids to enjoy at their Halloween party is this paddle ball activity. Learn how to make all four in our post “Put On a Fall Puppet Show! {Here’s How!}“.

32. Haunted House Craft Project

This haunted house craft is the perfect activity to get your little ones excited for spooky season. You can read the full set of instructions when you click HERE.

33. Halloween Ghost Crafts for Kids

In need of October crafts for your little sensory seekers? Then this Halloween ghost craft is exactly what you’ve been searching for! Want to learn how to make this craft? Check out our article “Halloween Ghost Crafts for Kids”.

34-39. Halloween Monster Arts and Crafts

What are you favorite Halloween creatures? Vampires? Ghouls? Witches? Whatever you prefer, this fall collection has something for you. You can learn how to make all six of these October crafts when you read “Halloween Monster Arts and Crafts”.

40. Ghost Halloween Craft: Weaving Project

Not only is this ghost craft absolutely adorable, but it is also an excellent activity to help improve your kiddos fine motor skills. You can learn how to make this craft when you click HERE.

41. Crescent Moon and Bat Kids’ Craft Mobile

This mobile is so much fun to make! You can even hang it up in your little one’s bed or playroom when they’re all done. The full set of instructions for this craft can be found in our article “Crescent Moon and Bat Kids’ Craft Mobile“.

42. Halloween Kids’ Craft: Washi Tape Bracelets

Friendship bracelets are something that never goes out of style. You can learn how to make these absolutely adorable bracelets when you visit our post “Halloween Kids’ Craft: Washi Tape Bracelets”.

43. Fall Kids’ Craft: Halloween Cat’s Eye

Did you enjoy #57? Then you’ll love this Halloween Cat’s eye craft. You can read the full set of instructions in our article “Fall Kids’ Craft: Halloween Cat’s Eye”.

44. 5 Little Pumpkins Kids Craft

If your kids love to read, then this pumpkin bookmark is an excellent craft for them. You can learn how to make this bookmark when you click HERE.

45. Fall Kids’ Craft: Stuffed Paper Jack-o-Lantern

Did you know that the original jack-o-lanterns weren’t pumpkins but radishes? I have to admit, I much preferer the pumpkins. Discover how to make this craft in our article “5 Little Pumpkins Kids Craft”.

46. Halloween Monster Kids’ Craft

Whether you’re an art teacher, elementary school teacher or a parent looking for some fun October crafts to share with your kids, I know they’ll love these silhouette crafts. You can learn how to make them when you click HERE.

47. Monster Crafts (get the Mix-n-Match Printables)

These mix and match monster crafts are a great way to bring out the creativity in your little ones. There are countless possibilities! You can read the full set of directions in our article “Monster Crafts (get the Mix-n-Match Printables)”.

48. Paper Bat Craft (Process Art!)

This paper bat craft is a great activity to teach your kiddos about symmetry. There are so many ways to make this craft, each one is unique (just like your students!). You can read the full set of instructions when you visit our post at “Paper Bat Craft (Process Art!)”.

Other October Holiday Crafts

Aside from Halloween, October includes several unique holidays that are fun to celebrate. Here are a few simple craft ideas to make all month long during October.

49. Paper Plate Musical Instruments

October 2 is Internation Musica Day and October 4 is Kids’ Music Day! And the best way to celebrate is to make a unique instrument and play some music of your own. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

50-69. Farm Animal Crafts for Kids

Did you know that October 2nd is World Farm Animals Day? Celebrate this quirky holiday with 20+ Farm Animal Crafts for Kids! There is something for everyone. Click HERE to discover all of them.

70. Paper Plate Taco Craft (that rattles)

National Taco Day is celebrated on October 4. This fun and simple taco craft doubles as a musical instrument since it rattles when you shake it. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

71. Mindfulness Activity for Kids: Emotion Masks

October 7th is World Smile Day. Take this holiday as an opportunity to teach your kiddos all about the different emotions. You can read the full set of instructions for this mindfulness activity when you read our article “Mindfulness Activity for Kids: Emotion Masks “.

72. Octopus Craft

Make your favorite 8-legged sea creature when you celebrate World Octopus Day on October 8. Check out the full tutorial and grab the template HERE.

73. Paper Plate Flower Craft (It’s a Pouch!)

Did you know that October 10th is National Handbag Day? These flower pouches are the perfect crafts for all the little fashionistas in your life. You can learn how to make this craft in our post “Paper Plate Flower Craft (It’s a Pouch!)”.

74. Mushroom Craft with Frog and Mouse

These sweet little mushroom crafts hold a special surprise. Lift the top of the mushroom to find a little frog or mouse hiding inside. Make these for National Mushroom Day on October 15. Check out the full tutorial and grab the free template HERE.

75. Penant and “Foam” Finger Crafts

Make these fun DIY penants and “foam” finger crafts to cheer on your favorite teams during National Sports Day on October 16. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

76. Paper Plate Sloth Craft

Sloths are my favorite animal, which means that you’re going to be seeing lots more sloth crafts around here. Start by making this paper plate sloth for International Sloth Day on October 19. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

77. Painted Sloth Craft

One more sloth for celebrating International Sloth Day!!! Learn how to make these HERE.

78. Cat Coloring Pages {FREE!}

These cat coloring pages are the perfect way to celebrate this National Cat Day (October 29th). Claim your free, printable coloring pages when you check out our post “Cat Coloring Pages {FREE!}”.

79. Cat Craft (with Free Template)

Coloring pages aren’t your jam? Check out this paper plate cat craft! You can read the full set of instructions when you visit our post “Cat Craft (with Free Template)”.

80. Cookie Craft

October is National Cookie Month! Now that’s a holiday I can definitely get on board with. This chocolate chip cookie craft is the perfect thing. Make it, bake some of the real thing, and create some lasting memories.

81. Paper Plate Bulldog Craft

October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. Our family adopted the sweetest beagle mix as a puppy. She’s now an elderly dog who’s been a dear part of our family who we love to pieces. Let’s make a few dog crafts, including this bulldog craft, and encourage our family and friends to adop.

82. Paper Bag Dog Crafts

Let’s make a few more puppies in honor of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month this October. Make one or make all of these sweet dogs, starting with a simple paper lunch bag. Check out the full tutorial HERE.

83. Pizza Craft Pouch

Who doesn’t love a good pizza? Choose your favorite toppings for this pizza pouch as you make it to celebrate October as National Pizza Month! Check out the full tutorial HERE.