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Math with Halloween Objects

I picked up a few of these boxes in the Target dollar spot recently and knew they’d be great for hands-on math fun with M (5 years old).  They’re technically called “table scatter” but I had a feeling...

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Halloween Story Starters

Halloween is right around the corner.  Have fun using your imagination while encouraging your young writer with a few creative story starters.  These are great for family time. Share a combined oral...

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Spider Activities

National Geographic Kids Photograph by Mike Hall, My Shot Isn’t it fascinating how something so small can create something so magnificent? Spiderwebs. They are so cool to explore, learn about, and...

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Ghost Activities

Halloween is just around the corner, but there are still a couple of days left to do one of these fun, ghostly activities with your little one! 1. Footprint treat bags  A few years ago, I made these...

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Pumpkin Game (printable)

This Pumpkin Game is perfect for all ages because it can be used to have fun practicing almost anything! Download and print the pumpkin template (below). Cut it out and tape it to the top of an empty...

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4 Halloween Games (printable)

These Halloween Costume cards are a perfect way to sneak in a little Halloween learning in 4 different ways! Costume Memory Print 2 copies of the costume cards and cut them out. Mix them up and turn...

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Spider Bracelet Craft

Plastic spider rings seem to be everywhere this time of year! Ways to Learn with Plastic Spider Rings: Sort the Spiders by Color Count the Spiders Make Patterns (orange, black, orange, black or...

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October Symmetry Craft

  Your preschooler or toddler will love to experiment with symmetry with this October craft! Fold a piece of construction paper in half and draw one of the outlines shown. Cut it out or let your child...

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Learning with Candy

  Halloween candy isn’t just for eating! You can also sneak in a little bit of learning with the candy before (or while) you eat it. Sorting is one of the best ways. Kids don’t even realize they are...

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The Switch Witch

Years ago, a student in my 1st grade class told me about the Switch Witch visiting his house on Halloween Night. We’ll see if she stops by our house tonight! The Switch Witch is an extremely nice...

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Cheesecloth Ghosts

Making Cheesecloth Ghosts is a fun and easy Halloween craft – so easy, my toddler was able to make her own, along with her big sisters! Be sure to allow enough time for the ghosts to dry overnight...

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Storybook Pumpkins

Want a no carve pumpkin decorating idea or does your school have a contest for Storybook Pumpkins? Here’s a collection of amazing ideas to get your creative juices flowing: Clifford Pumpkin from...

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Paper Plate Alphabet Craft – J is for Jack O’ Lantern

Paper Plate Alphabet Craft J is for Jack O’ Lantern 1) Cut the outer ridge or border off of your paper plate. 2) Color or paint your plate orange. 3) Draw or glue on eyes, a nose, and a mouth. 4) Use...

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Easy Spider Treats for Kids

We love making these easy spider treats for kids. They are great for Halloween parties and get togethers. I love that my kids can get in the kitchen to prepare them with me.  You probably have these...

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Halloween Story Cards for Kids

These FREE, Printable Halloween Story Cards are the perfect way to inspire young storytellers. There are three ways to use these cards to inspire creativity in big groups or individually.  Group Story...

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Roll a Jack-O-Lantern Game

Roll a Jack-O-Lantern Game is one of our favorite Fall and Halloween games! Practice counting, reading a chart, and get creative all with this free, printable Roll a Jack-O-Lantern Game! There are 3...

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Activities using Plastic Spiders

There are so many ways you can use plastic spiders to create awesome learning activities. From crafts and books to fine motor skills and counting, your kids will love these learning activities.  This...

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Halloween Counting Game for Kids

This is such a cool Halloween Counting Game for Kids! Count your way to 50 as you go up ladders and down brooms. I love that you can play this with others or by yourself. You can play on the same game...

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How to Draw Candy Corn

Check out this How to Draw Candy Corn printable! It is a simple drawing tutorial for kids and includes a line to write a sentence about candy corn.  Although this drawing tutorial looks simple, it can...

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Witch’s Hat Bookmark Craft

Try this Witch’s Hat Bookmark craft to make a bookmark for yourself or for your friends to celebrate Halloween.    Use your witch’s hat bookmark to save your place in a book by sliding it over the top...

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