31 Fun Countdown to Halloween Activities for Kids and Families

Is Halloween one of your kids’ favorite times of the year? Let’s make it even better!

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Here are 31 fun Halloween Activities for kids (and the whole family) to countdown to Halloween all through October!

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Paint Pumpkins

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Make Edible Candy Corn Slime

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Hammer Pumpkins

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Make a Tape Spider Web

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Make Your Own Treat Bags

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Swipe Up to Learn More!

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