Theme: Halloween

Candy Corn Ten-Frame Counting Mats 1-10

Materials: Scissors, Counters Assembly Directions Print Laminate (optional) Cut out number mats Directions for play: Using the included candy corn counters or other candy counters of your choice, the students place the correct amount of counters  in the frames on each mat.  Learning Standards: Number identification, counting with one-to-one correspondence, Uses hand-eye coordination to manipulate […]

Candy Shop Field Trip

Materials List: – Permission slips for the field trip (if necessary) – Notebook and pen/pencil for taking notes – Camera or smartphone for taking pictures – Money for purchasing candy (optional) Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. To learn about how candy is made 2. To explore different types of candy 3. To practice following instructions and […]

Candy Sorting by Size

Materials: Scissors, Glue Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut sorting pieces  Directions: Students sort the candy by size *This can also be used as a cut and paste activity. Learning Standards: Compares, matches and sorts shapes of differing sizes, describes their differences and similarities, Classifies, sorts & compares materials & objects based on a common […]

Cauldron Counting

Materials List: – Mini cauldrons – Halloween themed objects (such as plastic spiders, bats, pumpkins, or ghosts) – Marker Preschool Learning Objectives: – To recognize numbers 1-10 – To practice counting and one-to-one correspondence – To develop fine motor skills by placing objects inside the cauldrons Preschool Teacher Instructions: 1. Write numbers 1-10 on the […]

Collect a spider web

Materials List: 1. Black construction paper 2. Hairspray 3. Scissors 4. Magnifying glass (optional) Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. To observe and explore natural elements like spider webs 2. To develop fine motor skills by cutting and manipulating paper 3. To engage in sensory exploration with hairspray Teacher Instructions: 1. Begin by discussing spiders and their […]

Costume Relay Race

Materials List: – A variety of costumes (e.g. superhero capes, princess dresses, animal costumes, etc.) Preschool Learning Objectives: – Develop fine motor skills by putting on different costumes – Practice following multi-step directions – Enhance gross motor skills by moving quickly while wearing costumes Preschool Teacher Instructions: 1. Set up the costumes in a designated […]

Count and Compare Halloween Objects

Materials: Scissors Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut out number cards Directions for play: Mix up the grouped object cards. Split the cards in half, and place them face down in the boxes marked “grouped objects cards” on the Halloween objects comparing mat. The student will flip over the top two object cards. Next, invite […]

Counting Bats Mat 1-10

Materials: Scissors, Counters Assembly Directions Print Laminate (optional) Cut out number cards Directions for play: Students flip over the counting cards and add the correct amount of bat counters to the mat (use plastic bats, black pom poms, etc). This can also be laminated and used with play dough.  Learning Standards: Number identification, counting with one-to-one […]

Create Halloween Blocks

Materials List: 1. Cardboard boxes (such as shoe boxes or small shipping boxes) 2. Acrylic paints in Halloween colors (orange, black, purple, green) 3. Paintbrushes 4. Decorative materials (such as googly eyes, stickers, glitter, pom poms) 5. Scissors 6. Glue 7. Markers or crayons Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Develop fine motor skills through painting, cutting, […]

Cut and Paste Jack O’ Lantern Craft

Materials: Scissors, Glue Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut out pieces Directions for play: Students cut out the face features of the jack-o-lantern and place it on the pumpkin. Learning Standards: Manipulates small objects and tools with fingers This printable preschool activity is perfect for Halloween! Kids will love creating their own jack o’ lanterns […]

Decorate for Halloween with Preschoolers

Materials List: – Box of assorted Halloween decor (such as plastic spiders, pumpkins, bats, ghosts, etc.) – Pretend candy – Bowl Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Fine motor skills: Children will practice manipulating and arranging various Halloween decor items. 2. Imaginative play: Children will engage in dramatic play as they decorate their housekeeping space for Halloween. […]

Directions Halloween Scene Worksheet

Materials List: – Halloween Scene Worksheet – Crayons Preschool Learning Objectives: – Enhance listening skills by following directions – Foster creativity through coloring and drawing – Promote fine motor development with crayon use Preschool Teacher Instructions: 1. Gather all materials and distribute the Halloween Scene Worksheet to each child. 2. Explain the activity to the […]