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40 best bat crafts for kids

Published: Jun 13, 2023 Β· Modified: Oct 3, 2024 by Morgan Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β·

Discover a variety of engaging and educational bat crafts for kids. From paper plate bat masks to handprint bat silhouettes, these fun crafts promote learning and creativity. Get ready for a bat-tastic crafting adventure with your little ones!

When I am trying to immerse my kids into a theme - be it holiday or otherwise - I love doing a few crafts and activities in a row to reinforce the theme to them.

Crafting activities offer a perfect opportunity to engage your little ones in hands-on learning while fostering their creativity and imagination.

In this blog post, we'll dive into the captivating realm of bats and explore a variety of craft projects that are sure to delight your children. From paper mosaics to coffee filter bats, there is something for everyone!

Why bats, you may ask? Bats are fascinating creatures with a unique role in the ecosystem. They are also often associated with fun and mystery, making them an excellent theme for crafting adventures, especially as Halloween approaches.

bat crafts for kids

By introducing bat-themed crafts to your preschoolers, you'll not only spark their curiosity about these nocturnal creatures but also provide them with valuable developmental benefits.

Crafting with your preschoolers offers more than just entertainment. It promotes fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, cognitive development, and self-expression.

Moreover, crafting provides quality bonding time between you and your child, fostering a sense of connection and shared experiences.

Want more than just a craft? Check out this super fun flying bat activity for kids!

Get ready to explore the enchanting world of bats through these delightful craft activities tailored for your preschool-aged kids. Let's dive in and unleash our creativity!

bat crafts for kids

The best bat crafts for kids

best bat crafts for kids

Here are some fun and creative bat-themed craft ideas for kids!

Easy Coffee Filter Bats

Let your kiddos get creative with watercolor-effect markers and coffee filters to make these colorful bats!

Photo Credit: tinasdynamichomeschoolplus.com

4 Fun and Engaging Bat Activities for Kindergarten

Love this idea for a fun bat-themed sensory bin!

Photo Credit: www.100directions.com

Fun Eyeball Bats Craft

Feeling spooky? This bat craft has a giant eyeball as the body!

Photo Credit: littlebinsforlittlehands.com

Marble Bat Art For Halloween

Kids will love making these marbled bat paintings!

Photo Credit: littlebinsforlittlehands.com

Halloween Paper Bowl Bat Craft | Easy bat craft for kids!

Use black paper plates to make these cute n spooky bats!

Photo Credit: www.craftsonsea.co.uk

Bat Silhouette Craft : Resist Art with a FREE Template

Paint over a bat and remove it to reveal a spooky bat silhouette!

Photo Credit: tinasdynamichomeschoolplus.com

Why Bats Are Not Birds Fun Homeschool Unit Study and Lapbook

This is a great homeschool study talking about how bats are mammals - and not birds - and what differentiates those two groups.

Photo Credit: www.craftsonsea.co.uk

Mosaic Bat Craft for Kids

How fun are these paper mosaic bats!

Photo Credit: abcsofliteracy.com

Letter B Bat Craft

Practice the alphabet with these "b is for bat" paper crafts!

Photo Credit: kidscraftroom.com

Rocking Paper Plate Bat Craft

Paper plates cut in half are another cute way to make a paper bat!

Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

Bat Tissue Paper Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Got tissue paper? You'll love making these tissue paper bat crafts!

Photo Credit: mommyevolution.com

Halloween Crafts for Kids - Flying Bats Silhouette Windows

My kids love making stained glass window hangers and this bat version is too cute!

Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com

Toilet Paper Roll Bats

Grab an empty toilet paper roll and make these adorable bats!

Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

Bat Worksheets For Kids [Freebie]

Printable bat worksheets are a great way to incorporate bats into your everyday learning.

Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

Paper Bag Bat Craft For Kids [Free Template]

These paper bag bats are SO fun and would be great treat bags!

Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

How to Draw a Bat – Step by Step Bat Drawing Tutorial

I love this tutorial for showing kids that it's actually pretty easy to draw a bat!

Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

Paper Ball Bat Craft – Cool Halloween Garland

These paper ball bats have a great 3D effect!

Photo Credit: www.artycraftykids.com

Moving Eyes Bat Craft

How silly is this paper bat - his eyes move!

Photo Credit: www.artycraftykids.com

Easy Paper Bat Craft

These bats on a stick are so whimsical and fun!

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

How to Make an Origami Halloween Bat (Easy)

Slightly older kids will love this tutorial for how to make an origami bat!

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

How to make Pom Pom Bats for Halloween

Pom poms are easy to make and so cute for these silly bats.

Photo Credit: kidscraftroom.com

Popsicle Stick Bat Craft

This lil bat is easy to make from popsicle sticks!

Photo Credit: kidscraftroom.com

Paper Cup Flying Bat Craft

How about this super fun paper bat made from a paper cup!

Photo Credit: twitchetts.com

How to make fun construction paper bats that fly!

Kids will love flying these construction paper bats around the room!

Photo Credit: barleyandbirch.com

Make: DIY Bendable Bats and Mini Bat Sculptures

Beading wire makes these paper bats bendable and posable!

Photo Credit: www.thecrafttrain.com

Paper bat craft

These 3D bats are printable and easy enough for kids to assemble!

Photo Credit: www.messylittlemonster.com

Bat craft and preschool shapes activity (bat pattern included)

These bats are made from different shapes, making a fun teaching opportunity!

Photo Credit: www.livinglifeandlearning.com

Fizzy Bat Experiment Your Kids Will Love

How fun to make these baking soda bats and then make them fizz up!

Photo Credit: daisiesandpie.co.uk

Halloween Bat Decorations

These hanging bat cut outs look so spooky hanging from the ceiling!

Photo Credit: artsycraftsymom.com

Corner Bat Bookmark Craft + Free Template

These bat bookmarks would be so cute to pair with some bat themed library books.

Photo Credit: artsycraftsymom.com

DIY Paper Quilled Halloween Bat Craft for Kids

Quilled paper is a bit better for slightly older kids, but it turns out so cool looking!

Photo Credit: www.artycraftykids.com

Moon and Bat Mobile - Printable Moon and Bat Craft

This paper bat and moon mobile would be so fun for halloween decor!

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

Bat Paper Puppet

How adorable is this printable bat paper puppet!

Photo Credit: abcsofliteracy.com

Hibernating Bats Letter Order Activity

This bat printable is great for helping kids practice their ABCs.

Photo Credit: craftsbyamanda.com

Clothespin Vampire Bats

I can't get over the cuteness of these little vampires - made from clothespins!

Photo Credit: kidscraftroom.com

Halloween Bat Treat Bag Craft

Stapling two paper plate halves together makes the perfect little treat pouch shaped like a bat!

Photo Credit: homeschoolpreschool.net

All About Bats for Kids Color and Copywork

This free printable teaches lots of fun bat facts and helps kids practice writing!

Photo Credit: homeschoolpreschool.net

Adorable Bottle Cap Bat Craft for Kids

Kids will love making these bats from bottle caps!

Photo Credit: www.steampoweredfamily.com

Bat Craft With STEM Circuit

This bat's eyes light up, which is a great way to teach about circuits!

Photo Credit: www.littleladoo.com

Bat Shape Matching Printable

This bat-themed printable is perfect for practicing shape matching!

What's your favorite bat craft?!

Thanks for reading!

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