I absolutely LOVE Halloween. I mean come one, witches, vampires, ghosts, blood and gore, dressing up and candy. This is a holiday I can totally get behind!
Over the years I have Halloween in my classroom with students and at home with friends and family. So I’ve put together my list of 20 essential things you need to have a great Halloween party.
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Decorations
1. Skeleton Window Stickers ES https://amzn.to/3enk7s4 USA https://amzn.to/3EzFUI0
How cool is this spooky skeleton window decal sticker. They are reusable, making them cheap and so quick and easy to put on and take off. PLUS they aren’t so scary so are great for young kids too. Highly recommend!
Reviewer
I like to decorate my work room according to the seasons and I think that window decorations are always very good for that. We are in static mode so that it does not stick, it is easy to install with a damp sponge and a card to remove bubbles. And they can be removed in two seconds (you can leave them on for weeks without worry). The set comes in 4 plates and we have a small model to show you how to assemble it to get three skeletons and a pack of bats (12 total).
The skeletons have funny heads, so they are not scary for little ones.
Price €9.95 or $8.99
2. Set of 5 Halloween String Lights
I always use these in my classroom, and love the variety of characters it includes. My students love the designs and different colours. They are also battery operated and so easy to put wherever you want, without needing a plug.
Reviewer
Nice battery operated garland. It doesn't turn on remotely but I don't care.
They are cute, they work well and in lots of different colours. I love them.
Price €23.99
3. Set of 4 Halloween Cushions
How about adding some atmosphere to your home, or classroom (like me) with these Halloween cushions. They are soft and durable for kids! And look great on the floor for circle time in the lead up to Halloween. They are a firm favourite in my classroom.
Reviewer
If you're looking for great Halloween pillow cases, BUY THESE! They are exactly as they are pictured and described! I did wash these on delicate before putting them on. These were a great find! You will not be disappointed! The prints on the cases are crisp, clear and the colours are perfect! I am absolutely satisfied and will be buying again from the seller! They were worth it! Thank you for such a great buy! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Price €25.71 or $14.99
4. Creepy Moving Eyeball Doorbell
Sooooo much fun for the classroom, or your house for Halloween. Trick or treaters will love this. Now I have to say this is super cool and they eyeball lights up and moves, but it does get annoying after a while! So I used it as a treat in my classroom. If a child did really well at something then they rang it as a ‘prize’. If you have it up for Halloween night I’m sure you can live with the noise though! Easy to put up and take down too.
Reviewer
My kids love it so much that we have been hanging on the door since the first day we got it. It makes kids laugh but Kind of annoying with the consistent door bell ringing though. When the button is pressed, the eye will open and the spooky eyeball will come out, lighting up green when it’s dark. Very impressive effect. Attractive to the kids and teenagers.
Price €18.99 or $16.09
Gifts
I always like to give my students gifts that aren’t sweets or chocolate, and so here are some perfect mini gifts for children that I have used in the past. All great value for money as you get a lot of them for the price.
5. Wind Up Halloween Character Toys
Reviewer
Many come in different shapes, colours, and movements, they look very good quality, and we have loved them. There are those that walk, others that jump like teeth, and there is one that even rolls (the ghost). Very good buy.
Price €15.99 for 12 or $9.99 for 12
6. Halloween Snap Bracelets
Reviewer
Bought these for Halloween for children at school and if any children did trick or treat. The children loved them. Will definitely do these again next year. It was lovely to see the children happy with them.
Price €16.99 for 48 or $9.99 for 48
7. Halloween Character Squishies
Reviewer
This a fun set of squishies. They are just as I expected as to the quality. They are easy to clean if they get dirty. I really enjoyed that they all came individually wrapped so you can keep some of them put away from later. There is a nice assortment of squishies for the Halloween season. This is great for kiddos or as stress relievers for adults.
Price €16.99 for 28 or $17.99 for 36
Make-up & Face Painting
Those of you who know me know I have worked many years in the theatre (since I was 8!) and I also love teaching theatre and make-up effects. So Of course I have to do a section just for that. My favourite ever brand, and you can’t change my mind, is Snazaroo! Their quality of products is amazing. Their paints are vibrant, easy to use and fast to remove without leaving any residue. They are also perfect for all skin types. I LOVE Snazaroo products and these are my recommended products for Halloween.
8. Snazaroo Starter Kit
Reviewer
Highly recommended product. Very complete kit with paintings of a large and durable size. The quality of the paint is excellent. Easy to clean. I would buy all the colours.
Price €40.70
9. Snazaroo Special Effects Kit
Reviewer
I used the wax to make cuts and scars for the kids at Halloween, we did large cuts and scars on 3 people and still had lots left. The wax softens easily when you roll it about in your hands, and sticks easily to skin. We had ours on for around 6 hours and after that time it looked the same as it did when it was applied, only the blood dried up (but the colour didn't fade away, it just wasn't shiny like wet blood after a few hours) and the wax comes off unbelievably easily with a baby wipe. I used it on a 2 year old and it didn't irritate his skin at all.
The kids and I would highly recommend this and will be getting some every Halloween from now on I'm sure!
Price €10.76
10. Snazaroo Fake Blood
Reviewer
Bought for Carnival and the wounds you make with latex are super super successful.
Price €5.40
11. Halloween Party Props
Reviewer
Items are perfect for what we need for our party. Good value for how many you get too. Very quick dispatch too.
Price €7.59 or $12.99
Games/Activities
You know my philosophy ‘learn through play’. Halloween is no different! In class or at home the following games and activities are perfect for Halloween parties and for adults too. Don’t be bored this October 31st!
12. Halloween Scratch Art Pumpkins
How cute are these Halloween pumpkins? My students loved making these in class and we displayed the outcome on the board before the students took them home to wow the parents. So much fun!
Price €14.99 for 36 or $12.99 for 48
13. Halloween Scratch Art Character Masks
Much like the pumpkins they were a big hit with my kids. What a cool way to design a mask and it makes a nice present for the kids to take home and wear. These masks are colourful, fun and unique to make.
Price €11.99 for 28 or $10.99 for 30
14. Pin The Teeth On The Skeleton Game
An awesome game for all, young and old. Kit comes with blindfolds, teeth and a game board. Students love it and it passes a lot of time. Plus doubles as a decoration too. Win - Win!
Reviewer
Bought for kids Halloween party. It was the most popular game that day. Product itself is nice. Good quality and some stickers can be removed and reused. Masks are comfortable to wear.
Price €7.99
15. Pin The Eye On The Monster
Same as above but for younger kids as it has a cute monster. Also it’s such a cheap game, it’s well worth the money!
Reviewer
I bought this for a classroom Halloween party for my son's 1st grade class. They loved the game and it worked great!
Price $6.99
16. I spy…. Halloween Book
Great for vocabulary for younger years (2-5 years). I use it with my ESL students to learn new vocab and it works really well. Plus the pictures are great!
Price €7.57 or $7.99 (You can buy on Kindle too!)
17. Halloween Throwing Game
Reviewer
I purchased this item for a neighbourhood Halloween Party. The item is sturdy and very colourful. The little pumpkin bean bags are cute and perfect size for the little ones to toss. I added some other larger bags for the older children. I recommend this game for its quality, theme and fun for kids.
Price €15.99 or $12.99
18. Halloween Game Kit
A variety of funny Halloween themed games to play with kids and sometimes adults! Perfect for parties.
Reviewer
Would highly recommend A++++
As described and perfect for fun and entertainment at Halloween. Very glad I bought this set. It was well worth the money spent.
Price €9.99 or $19.99
19. Pop Up Haunted House Halloween Book
Reviewer
Bought this for my 2.5 year old daughter who is obsessed with anything Halloween and was pleasantly surprised. We love rhyming books, but it was a bonus that it is a pop up book! This is a staple book in our house now and her go-to book every time! Highly recommended! It gives parents an opportunity to read it as silly or as spooky as they like as well!
Price €7.78 or $7.99
20. The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Halloween Trick or Treat Book
Help The Very Hungry Caterpillar hunt for tasty treats this Halloween!
This is an irresistible new Halloween adventure with spooky creatures to count on every page and a trick or treat surprise at the end. There's so much to explore - if you dare . . . !
Great for the classroom especially if you love the classic book The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
For my ESL classroom it teaches Halloween Vocabulary too. Lovely Book.
Price €7.29 or $13.77
And that’s 20!
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And have faBOOlous Halloween my Friends!
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