October is a wonderful time to celebrate magic, mummies, monsters and more...
Today's collection of kids crafts, projects, and activities is inspired by the classic stories: The Monster At The End of This Book by Jon Stone, The BFG by Roald Dahl, and (surprisingly) Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This playful theme is sure to excite your little monster as we head into autumn.
Earlier this month, I was taken back by this lovely quote...
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.” ― Roald Dahl
I saw this inspiring quote and had to take an Instagram of the art piece which featured it.
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It got me thinking. I realized one of my favorite things about being a parent is that our children help us re-discover magic we've grown to overlook.
And my friends, October is a wonderful time to celebrate magic, mummies, monsters and more ...
I couldn't have said it better myself.
Earlier this month I asked people on Facebook to share "Five books that have always stuck with you." One friend mentioned Anne of Green Gables and it made me smile. This post is dedicated to her.
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So anyhow, let's celebrate October this year with...
10+ FALL KIDS' CRAFTS AND PROJECTS
Coffee Filter Spiderwebs - The Artful Parent
These would look awesome grouped together on the window.
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5-Minute Craft: Toilet Roll Bat Buddies - Molly Moo
This craft for kids couldn’t be any easier. Have fun this weekend deciding where to hang these little guys!
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Count Down to Halloween Printable - KC Adventures
Just print this ghost-themed Countdown to Halloween sheet, grab some cotton balls, and you're all set.
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Fingerprint Spiders - Tinkerlab
So simple. So spooky. So fun.
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Day of the Dead Cork Skulls - Red Ted Art
Any craft that requires Mom drinks wine is perfect in my opinion.
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10 Fall Science Activities - Reading Confetti
Ghost balloons are an easy way to incorporate some science into your Halloween preparations.
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More fun:
Masking Tape Mummies - No Time for Flashcards
Fast , easy, and almost mess free Halloween craft for kids. Perfect for preschool.
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Frankenstein Footprint and Hand-print Art - Frogs, Snails and Puppy Dog Tails
The perfect activity when you have a group of kids at varying ages. So cute!
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Tula Monster Wreath - Baby Rabies
This monster wreath is SO easy, and huge. A spooky hit every year.
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Flying Ghost Rockets - Growing a Jeweled Rose
Check out this playful way to decorate your front door or windows.
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Homemade Monster Spray For Kids Who Are Afraid of Monsters - Happy Hooligans
To help kids manage their nighttime fears...
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Looking for an ongoing resource? Growing Creative Kids is a collaborative board on Pinterest where parents, teachers, and bloggers come together to share unique kids projects.
LIBRARY INSPIRATION:
My daughter and I are reading The BFG by Roald Dahl and just loving it. We are constantly giggling as we fumble through the made-up words the giant uses. There are so many wonderful children's books out there. Click the image below to browse through some great monster titles.
Do you have a favorite monster book to add to the list? Let's chat in the comments!
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