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Halloween Activities and Games for Kids’ School Parties

Halloween doesn’t have to be scary or gory. If you’re looking for super fun Halloween activities and games for kids, don’t fret! Our House of Ideas partners have pulled together a list of Halloween games and activities that are perfect for home parties with just a few kids, but they’re also ideal for larger groups, such as your child’s classroom Halloween or Harvest party.

Printable Party Games from Michelle’s Party Plan-It

Halloween printables are super easy party activities for kids. Click, print and you’re done. These Halloween printables include pin the heart on the ghost, mazes, word games and more. They’re perfect for kids of all ages — even if they can’t read independently yet.

Classroom Halloween Party Ideas from Love the Day

From Halloween slime, to Q tip skeletons, these Halloween kids’ activities from Love the Day will have you covered. Whether you’re a teacher on a budget, or a room parent who’s in charge of planning the entire classroom Halloween party, these ideas can help you plan a great party without spending a lot of cash.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt from Sugar Bee Crafts

Grab your kids and get ready for a fun scavenger hunt! This fun Halloween printable will have your kids running through your house eagerly trying to figure out the next clue. With cute rhymes and easy to decipher clues, even little kiddos will have fun with this Halloween activity.

Toilet Paper Mummy from Sugar Bee Crafts

Another fun idea from Sugar Bee Crafts is a toilet paper mummy. Kids will love wrapping up their friends in rolls of toilet paper. It’s one of the easiest Halloween games for kids around and doesn’t take a lot of supplies or prepwork — just a few rolls of toilet paper!

Glowstick Ring Toss from Sugar Bee Crafts

This kids’ Halloween game is super fun after dark! Just take a large glowstick and place it into the ground so it stays upright. Then take a couple glow necklaces and use them as rings for a ring toss game! Afterwards, send the kids home with the glow necklaces. It’s a game and a party favor all in one.

Mummy Bowling from Giggles Galore

Who’s your mummy? This mummy bowling set couldn’t be easier! Just take a regular kids’ bowling set and wrap the pins and ball with a little toilet paper. Add some details like cute bows and googly eyes and you have the perfect Halloween activity for a Mummy and Me Halloween party.

Whether you’re planning a larger Halloween classroom party or you just want to throw a small playdate party at home, theseHalloween activities and games for kids make the planning a cinch!

Back to School Party Ideas Perfect for the End of Summer

The end of summer is approaching! If your kids are dreading going back to school, get them excited with these awesomely adorable back to school party ideas.

This back to school breakfast party from Tammy with Pink Peppermint Design features math flash cards as decor elements. Large flash cards made out of foam core and construction paper help set the stage, while pancakes and apples help send kids off to school with a full belly for the first day.

Back to School Breakfast Party

Randi from Dukes and Duchesses created this cute primary colored breakfast bar that features pre-made frozen breakfast items. They’re the perfect breakfast for busy parents on the go who still want to take time out to celebrate.

Back to School Breakfast Bar

The night before school can be full of jitters, especially if your kids are going to a new school. This back to school party from Kim with The Celebration Shoppe is ideal for the day before the big day. With a adorable cake topper bunting, food tags and more, you’ll be able to throw a party for your own kids or the entire neighborhood.

Free Back to School Party Cake Topper

School supply shopping is one of the best parts of getting ready for back to school time. Don’t let the fun end at the store checkout though! Grab some friends make back to school supply kits with these ideas from Lindi with Love the Day.

Back to School Activities Party

Apples and school go together like peanut butter and jelly. Throw in some donuts and you’ve got an unforgettable apples and donuts party from Mariah with Giggles Galore. With its donuts on a string and an apple tasting station, this party is sure to be a winner with your kids.

Apples and Donuts Back to School Party

These fun back to school party ideas are the perfect way to send your kids off to school in style! Whether you’re planning a fun family event or you’re inviting neighborhood friends, these fun back to school parties are a great way to kick off a new school year.

Awesome Back to School Teacher Gift Ideas That Will Score You Serious Teacher Brownie Points

The school bell is starting to ring all over the country as kids and teachers head back for the year. If you’re looking for fun ways to welcome your child’s teacher back to the classroom (or maybe you want to get in good with the teacher to make up for a rambunctious child!), look no further than these back to school teacher gift ideas. Whether you’re super crafty or need a free printable tag to go along with your back to school teacher gifts, we’ve got your covered with these easy to complete ideas.

Back to School Teacher Gifts: School Supplies

Everyone’s heard that the average teacher spends around $500 a year of their own money each year just on school supplies. Lessen that blow to your teacher’s budget by by giving them a gift they’ll love — school supplies!

You’re a Remarkable Teacher from Pink Peppermint Designs

Crayon Caddy from Fun365

Highlighter Teacher Gift from Tauni Everett

Stationery Teacher Gifts from The Celebration Shoppe

Back to School Teacher Gifts Featuring Plants

Say thanks for helping your child grow throughout the year with a special plant. Whether you choose herbs, a potted plant or some flowers, your favorite teacher will love the thought behind this gift.

Thanks for Helping Me Grow Teacher Gift from Giggles Galore

Bee Fingerprint Teacher Appreciation Gift from Giggles Galore

Food-Based Back to School Teacher Gift Ideas

Everyone loves a snack and teachers are no exception. Back to school teacher gifts featuring candy and other snacks are always a teacher favorite. Score some brownie points with these teacher gift ideas featuring, well, brownies. Or candy. Or cookies.

Free Back to School Gift Printables from The Celebration Shoppe

Teacher Appreciation Printable from Love the Day

One Smart Cookie Teacher Appreciation Printable from Pink Peppermint Design

Awesome Tote Bag Back to School Teacher Gifts

Teachers definitely take plenty of work home throughout the school year. Give them something to bring their projects home with a one of a kind tote bag! When their bag is so cute, they won’t even mind bringing home papers to grade.

DIY School Tote Bag From Tauni Everett

Apple Teacher Tote Bag from The Celebration Shoppe

Start your school year off right with these back to school teacher gift ideas! Teachers will love knowing that they’re appreciated and your student will love delivering these special one of a kind gifts!

15 Adorable First Day of School Printables, Chalkboard Signs and Back to School Banners

As teacher assignments are arriving in mailboxes, busy parents are breathing a sigh of relief that they survived another summer and are anxiously awaiting getting back into their everyday routine of packing lunches, checking homework and carting kids around to activities. The kids, however, may not be so jazzed about heading back to school. Moms and dads can ease them back with adorable first day of school printables that are just perfect for that first day of school photo op.

Back to School Printable Signs Make The First Day a Breeze for Busy Moms

If you’re looking for an adorable way to mark the first day back, turn to these free printable signs. No matter what your mom style is, you’ll be sure to find one that fits your vision for that front porch first day of school photo. Best of all, they’re free! Click, print and done.

Back to School Interview Printable From Giggles Galore

Free Back to School Printables From Pink Peppermint Design

First Day of School Printable from Happiness is Homemade

First Day of School Signs from Dukes and Duchesses

First Day of School Printables from Giggles Galore

A First Day of School Chalkboard Marks the Occasion Year After Year

Whether your little one is going off to preschool for the first time or they’re driving alone to the last year of high school, mark the occasion with a DIY chalkboard sign. If you’re not into the mess of a chalkboard and chalk, these free printable back to school signs give you the look of a chalkboard with the ease of a click and print sign. Best of all, you can download them for every grade, from preschool to high school. The hardest part might be getting your kids to stand still.

Handwritten First Day of School Sign from Dukes and Duchesses

Reusable First Day of School Chalkboard Sign from Make It Love It

How to Make a Chalkboard Stencil Sign From Sugarbee Crafts

First Day of School Printable Chalkboard from Burlap and Blue

First Day of School Sign from That’s What Che Said

Back to School Banners Help Celebrate the First Day

Whether you’re saying “woo hoo” or “boo hoo” on the first day of school, mark the celebration with free back to school banners. These printable signs can be strung together with some string or bakers twine and hung around your breakfast table to send kids off with a smile.

Breakfast Banner from Dukes and Duchesses