Halloween Snack Cups
Looking for a fun and easy craft to add to your Halloween homeschool ideas? These Halloween snack cups are a perfect way to mix creativity and tasty treats in a straightforward activity.
Whether you are planning a spooky homeschool party or want a fun snack for your little ones, this project is educational and entertaining. The kids will love turning plain plastic cups into cute and creepy Halloween characters using just black markers and a few decorations. Plus, you can fill them with candy corn, snack packs, or any sweet treats your kids enjoy.
This activity is a great way to let your kids practice fine motor skills while having fun making their treat cups. It’s simple enough for preschoolers to join in, and it’s a hands-on project that lets their creativity shine. Best of all, you can easily tie it into your Halloween-themed homeschool lessons or make it part of your family’s holiday traditions!

Halloween Snack Cups
These easy-to-make ghost snack cups are perfect for any Halloween party. They are simple and creative and add a spooky touch to your table. You can create the cutest treat cups that kids love using plastic cups, black markers, and yummy snacks like candy corn!
What You’ll Need
- black sharpie
- clear plastic cups
- caramel corn
- autumn candy corn mix
- white napkids

What You’ll Do
Draw a ghost face on each cup with the sharpie marker.

Line the inside of the cup with a white napkin.

Fill the cup with candy corn and caramel corn.

More Halloween Activities
Get into the Halloween spirit with more creative and fun ideas! Whether planning a preschool party or just looking for spooky fun, these activities will keep kids entertained and excited for the big day. From making decorations to whipping up more fun treats, there’s something for everyone.
Halloween Crafts for Kids
Creating crafts with a Halloween theme can be a wonderful way to engage young children in the fun of the holiday. From simple paper crafts to fun, hands-on activities, there are endless options for preschoolers to enjoy. These projects are perfect for keeping little hands busy while encouraging creativity and holiday excitement.
This blow-paint ghost craft is a fun and easy Halloween activity that lets preschoolers explore their creativity. Using just a straw and some white paint, kids can make spooky ghost shapes perfect for decorating your home this Halloween season!
This adorable handprint bat craft is a fun and easy Halloween project for kids. Using paper, glue, and your child’s handprint, you can create a spooky little bat perfect for Halloween decorations or keepsakes!
Create a spooky and fun witch craft with your kids using simple materials like paper plates, paint, and construction paper. This easy activity is perfect for preschoolers and helps them develop creativity while making their own witch display for Halloween!

Halloween Books for Kids
Books are a great way to introduce children to Halloween’s spooky but fun aspects. Kids will love reading about friendly ghosts, witches, and other fun Halloween characters. Halloween-themed stories can set the mood for crafting, party time, or cozy reading fun.
The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches tells the story of Wendy, a young witch who feels overshadowed by her more powerful sisters. She discovers her unique magical abilities when she meets a new friend and learns to embrace her individuality. This heartwarming tale encourages kids to believe in themselves and overcome their fears.
In Have No Fear! Halloween is Here!, the Cat in the Hat and his friends explore the fun side of Halloween while teaching kids that there’s nothing to be scared of. Through fun facts and friendly adventures, young readers learn all about Halloween traditions in a playful, lighthearted way. It’s a perfect read for easing preschoolers into the excitement of Halloween.
Junie B., First Grader: Boo…and I Mean It! follows the hilariously outspoken Junie B. Jones as she grapples with her fear of Halloween. Convinced that the holiday is full of spooky dangers, she faces her fears with her usual sass and humor. Junie’s misadventures will have readers laughing while learning that Halloween isn’t as scary as it seems.

Halloween snack cups are a simple yet creative way to add a fun and festive touch to your Halloween activities. Whether you’re using them for a homeschool project, a Halloween party, or just as a fun afternoon craft, these treat cups are a great way to let your little ones enjoy the holiday spirit.
You can turn an ordinary snack into something special with basic supplies like plastic cups, black markers, and sweet treats like candy corn or caramel popcorn.