Haunted House Paper Craft for Kids (free printable!)

As Halloween approaches, there’s no better way to get into the spooky spirit than with a fun and easy craft project. Today, I’m excited to share a delightful paper haunted house craft that’s perfect for kids of all ages.

With just a few simple materials and our free template, you can create a charmingly eerie haunted house to decorate your home.

This craft is not only super fun to make but also a fantastic way to inspire creativity and imagination as you prepare for the Halloween festivities.

Let’s get crafting and bring some spooky charm to your Halloween decor!

Haunted House Craft

Materials

• Haunted house craft template (available for download below)
• Black and orange paper
• Paper plate (or white/yellow paper)
• Scissors
• Glue

Instructions

First, download and print out the free haunted house craft printable template, which you can find at the bottom of this page.

Cut out the pieces of the template.

Next, trace the haunted house and bat outlines onto black paper and cut out.

Then trace the window and door templates onto orange paper and cut out. For this part you can pick a variety of different shape and mix and match the windows however looks best. It’s fun seeing what kind of haunted house different kids end up with!

Glue the door and windows onto the haunted house.

Using a black pen, draw crosses on the windows as the the window pane dividers.

Take a paper plate and cut out the circular center to be your moon. You can also use a white piece of paper for this part if you prefer.

Glue the moon to the back of the haunted house so that it peeks out over the top of the house.

Glue the bats to the moon and your adorable haunted house craft is complete!

And there you have it—a spook-tacular paper haunted house to add a touch of Halloween magic to your home!

This craft is a wonderful way to spend time with your kids, sparking their creativity and getting everyone in the Halloween spirit.

Whether you display it on a windowsill, use it as a centerpiece, or include it in your Halloween party decorations, this haunted house is sure to be a hit.

Book Recommendations

Here are some fun books all about haunted houses that act as a great complement your haunted house craft!

At the Old Haunted House by Helen Ketteman– Step into a spooky and playful world where a cast of ghoulish characters, including witches, ghosts, and skeletons, come to life. This rhyming story, filled with delightful illustrations, takes young readers on a tour through a haunted house, counting all the creepy and fun creatures they meet along the way.

In the Haunted House Touch & Feel Lift-the-Flap Book by Eve Bunting– Explore a spooky adventure with this touch-and-feel lift-the-flap book, perfect for little hands. As children journey through the haunted house, they’ll discover hidden surprises behind each flap and experience different textures, from furry bats to slimy ghosts. Eve Bunting’s engaging story and interactive elements make this a thrilling and sensory-rich Halloween read for young readers.

Ghosts in the House! by Kazuno Kohara– Join a little girl and her cat as they move into a new house only to discover it’s haunted! Using her cleverness and a bit of magic, she turns the spooky situation into a fun adventure. With bold illustrations and a charming story, Kazuno Kohara’s “Ghosts in the House” is a delightful read that turns fear into fun for young readers.