{"id":5217,"date":"2020-09-24T21:33:32","date_gmt":"2020-09-25T03:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?p=5217"},"modified":"2022-08-12T15:23:31","modified_gmt":"2022-08-12T21:23:31","slug":"halloween-activities-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/halloween-activities-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Creative Halloween Ideas to Get Your Family Ready for Howl-O-Ween"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/deckoutforhalloween__gepqd\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5240\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/deckoutforhalloween__GEPQD.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"601\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/deckoutforhalloween__GEPQD.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/deckoutforhalloween__GEPQD-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<div class=\"su-spacer\" style=\"height:10px\"><\/div>[et_social_share_custom]<div class=\"su-spacer\" style=\"height:30px\"><\/div>\r\n<p>This year Halloween may look a little different, but we\u2019re hosting a safe Howl-O-Ween at the lodge so your family doesn\u2019t have to miss out on any fun. Because we\u2019re experts in fun family time, we\u2019ve come up with a list of our favorite Halloween activities for you to do at home as well.<\/p>\r\n<p>To get in the spirit, here are 6 great ideas to get the whole family excited to celebrate. Don\u2019t forget to book your October stay now to experience Great Wolf Lodge like never before.<\/p>\r\n<h2>Treats Not Tricks<\/h2>\r\n<h3>1. Worms in the Graveyard<\/h3>\r\n<p><em>About 20 minutes<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/gwl_dirt_cup_blog\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5246\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/gwl_dirt_cup_blog.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"502\" height=\"334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/gwl_dirt_cup_blog.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/gwl_dirt_cup_blog-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p>This tasty treat is fun to make and perfectly spooky for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/halloween-minute-to-win-it-games\/\">Halloween party at home with the family<\/a>!<\/p>\r\n<p>Materials Needed:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Crushed Chocolate Sandwich Cookies<\/li>\r\n<li>Chocolate Pudding<\/li>\r\n<li>Whipped Cream<\/li>\r\n<li>Gummy Worms<\/li>\r\n<li>Small Bowl<\/li>\r\n<li>Clear Plastic Cups<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Make your chocolate pudding in a small bowl.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Add whipped cream and mix until you&#8217;re left with a light brown color. Set aside.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Line the bottom of your plastic cup with a layer of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Pour a layer of your pudding mix on top. Then, add another layer of your crushed cookie mix, and another layer of pudding mix. Throw on one final layer of cookies and refrigerate until ready to serve.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Complete the presentation by adding a few gummy worms to the top of the glass.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=5263\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Find the printable instructions here<\/a><\/p>\r\n<h2>Frightfully Fantastic Crafts<\/h2>\r\n<h3>2. Great Wolf Lodge Inspired Wolf Mask &amp; Tails<\/h3>\r\n<p><em>Over an hour<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5348\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-11-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-11-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-11.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>There&#8217;s no better way to get ready for Howl-O Ween than by creating your very own wolf mask. Watch our fun video to also make a tail. Once they\u2019re complete, make sure to practice your howl! You\u2019ll fit right into our pack.<\/p>\r\n<p>Materials Needed:<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5334\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-1-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-1-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>3 Sheets Felt<\/li>\r\n<li>4 Templates<\/li>\r\n<li>Marking Pencil<\/li>\r\n<li>Sharp Blade or Scissors\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li>Cotton Elastic<\/li>\r\n<li>Glue\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li>2 Rolls of Yarn<\/li>\r\n<li>Hairbrush<\/li>\r\n<li>Hair Iron<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Print out the templates linked below. For toddler sizes, click &#8220;fit to page&#8221; before printing.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WhileyMaskPrint-GWL-10CAL-022.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Template 1<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WhileyMaskPrint-GWL-10CAL-04.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Template 2<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WhileyMaskPrint-GWL-10CAL-03.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Template 3<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WhileyMaskPrint-GWL-10CAL-02.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Template 4<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Cut out the sections provided by the template.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5339\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-2-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-2-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-2.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Trace each piece onto whatever color of felt you want to use.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-3-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-3-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-3.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Carefully cut out and assemble the layers.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-4-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"501\" height=\"334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-4-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-4.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 501px) 100vw, 501px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Glue all your pieces together.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5342\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-5-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-5-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-5.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Put your mask aside. Gather the rest of your materials including a scissors, yarn, hairbrush and hair iron.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5343\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-6-1-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-6-1-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-6-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 7: <\/strong>Bunch the yarn together and a tie a knot at the top. Make sure not to tighten it all the way so that you can create a small loop and easily attach to clothing.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5344\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-7-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-7-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-7.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 8: <\/strong>Pull at each string of yarn to separate the material.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5345\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-8-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-8-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-8.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 9: <\/strong>Brush out the material.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5346\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-9-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-9-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-9.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 10: <\/strong>Straighten the material using a hair iron.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-10-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-10-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WileyCostume-GWL-2020Oct-01-BlogIMG-10.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 11<\/strong>: Take an elastic and make earloops for your mask. Get into costume and howl away!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<h3>3. Mummy Mason Jar Luminaries<\/h3>\r\n<p><em>About 10 minutes<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/use-for-main-image-mummiesgif_forblog-2-2\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5286\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5286\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/USE-FOR-MAIN-IMAGE-MummiesGIF_ForBlog-2-1.gif\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"499\" height=\"333\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p>These mummy mason jar luminaries are scary cute and easy to make with the kids!<\/p>\r\n<p>Materials Needed:<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/img_8431_edited\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5256\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5256\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/img_8431_edited.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/img_8431_edited.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/img_8431_edited-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Mason Jars<\/li>\r\n<li>Googly Eyes<\/li>\r\n<li>Glue Gun or Fast-Drying Glue<\/li>\r\n<li>Flameless Votives or Small Candles<\/li>\r\n<li>Gauze Bandage Tape<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Take the gauze bandage tape and wrap it around your mason jar.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Glue on a pair of googly eyes.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/img_8443\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5257\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5257\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/img_8443.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/img_8443.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/img_8443-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Add a flameless votive candle and enjoy!<\/p>\r\n<h3>4. Toilet Paper Pumpkins<\/h3>\r\n<p><em>About 10 minutes<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p>If you happen to have extra toilet paper at home ehhh hmmmm put it to use with this super easy Halloween craft!<\/p>\r\n<p>Materials Needed:<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/pumpkin_materials_60_ohfje\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5258\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5258\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_materials_60_OhfJe.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_materials_60_OhfJe.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_materials_60_OhfJe-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Full Rolls of Toilet Paper<\/li>\r\n<li>Decorative Fabric<\/li>\r\n<li>Sticks<\/li>\r\n<li>Ribbons<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Select 3 coordinating fabrics. You\u2019ll need about \u00be of a yard of fabric to wrap each pumpkin.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Tip from our pack<\/strong>: Keep the patterns on the fabric relatively small and simple \u2013 plaids, polka dots, and textures work well. Remember that the fabric will gather, so if the pattern is really busy, it\u2019s going to get distorted when it\u2019s all wrapped up.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Center the full roll of toilet paper in the middle of the fabric.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Gather the fabric by starting at one corner and tucking into the center of the tube. Continue to work your way around gathering and tucking the fabric until the entire roll of toilet paper is covered.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Tip from our pack<\/strong>: If you are using thicker fabric, you might need to cut off the corners of the fabric so that it will all fit into the tube.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/pumpkin_step_600x400\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5250\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_step_600x400.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_step_600x400.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_step_600x400-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Gather some thick sticks and place them in the center of the toilet paper tube. Be sure to leave out enough to be visible.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Tip from our pack<\/strong>: Watch out for 4-legged \u201chelpers\u201d who might try to play fetch and dash away with your sticks!<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/pumpkin_theif_600x40_m1b4z\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5251\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_theif_600x40_m1B4z.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_theif_600x40_m1B4z.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pumpkin_theif_600x40_m1B4z-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Find some decorative ribbons and tie them around the sticks to make the leaves on the pumpkins.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/template_social_pump_exhmv\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5254\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5254\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/template_social_pump_ExHMV.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/template_social_pump_ExHMV.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/template_social_pump_ExHMV-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<h3>5. Creepy Glowing Eyes<\/h3>\r\n<p><em>About 10 minutes<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/gw_glowing-eyes_blog\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5255\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-5255\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/GW_Glowing-Eyes_Blog.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/GW_Glowing-Eyes_Blog.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/GW_Glowing-Eyes_Blog-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p>These clever Halloween decorations are simple to make and are sure to brew up some frightful fun in your neighborhood.<\/p>\r\n<p>Materials Needed:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Toilet Paper Rolls<\/li>\r\n<li>Glow Sticks<\/li>\r\n<li>Utility Knife or Scissors<\/li>\r\n<li>Tape<\/li>\r\n<li>Pen<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Draw a pair of eyes on your toilet paper roll. Don&#8217;t be afraid to get creative and stencil in unusual shapes!<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Cut out your creepy eye shapes from the toilet paper rolls.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Insert a glow stick into the toilet paper rolls and cover the ends with duct tape. Place them in<br \/>a bush or a dark place in your yard for spooky Halloween d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=5265\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Find the printable instructions here<\/a><\/p>\r\n<h3>6. Eerie Exploding Jack-O&#8217;-Lantern<\/h3>\r\n<p><em>Over an hour<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5381\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/exploding-pumpkin-600x400-1.gif\" alt=\"exploding pumpkin\" width=\"508\" height=\"340\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>This STEM experiment is not only frightful foamy fun, it\u2019s also a great way to sneak in a science learning opportunity your kiddos will love! Adults, get ready because you&#8217;ll have to take the lead with this activity.<\/p>\r\n<p>Make sure to adjust your recipe ratio based on your pumpkin size, too. We suggest doubling the amount used in this science experiment if you use a pumpkin larger than 10 inches. Now, let&#8217;s get started!<\/p>\r\n<p>Materials Needed:<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/ingredientshorz_600x_noqiq\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5248\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ingredientshorz_600x_noQiq.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ingredientshorz_600x_noQiq.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ingredientshorz_600x_noQiq-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>1 Cup of Hydrogen Peroxide<\/li>\r\n<li>Two Packets of Dry Yeast (one packet is approximately 1\/4 oz)<\/li>\r\n<li>6 Tablespoons Warm Water<\/li>\r\n<li>Food Coloring<\/li>\r\n<li>Cylinder (at least 500 ml). Or you can use a flask that fits your liquid.<\/li>\r\n<li>2 Tablespoons of Dish Soap (any will do)<\/li>\r\n<li>A Pumpkin to carve into a Jack O\u2019 Lantern. Simple paw or design so the foam can go through easily.<\/li>\r\n<li>Funnel<\/li>\r\n<li>Safety Goggles<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Carve your pumpkin Jack O\u2019 Lantern. Remember, adults do the carving!<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Add the cylinder inside the pumpkin. Have an adult pour the hydrogen peroxide into the cylinder.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/jar_horz_600x400\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5249\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5249\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/jar_horz_600x400.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/jar_horz_600x400.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/jar_horz_600x400-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Ask the kids to add 2 tablespoon of dish soap into the cylinder.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/add_dish_soap_horz_6_wa5dc\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5235\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5235\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/add_dish_soap_horz_6_wa5DC.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/add_dish_soap_horz_6_wa5DC.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/add_dish_soap_horz_6_wa5DC-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Add several drops of food coloring. We used green but you can use any color.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/webp-net-resizeimage-1\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5233\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5233\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Webp.net-resizeimage-1.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Webp.net-resizeimage-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Webp.net-resizeimage-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Empty your yeast into a bowl and add warm water. Mix well with a fork for 30 seconds.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/add_yeast_horz_600x4_tsjnb\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5237\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/add_yeast_horz_600x4_tsjnB.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/add_yeast_horz_600x4_tsjnB.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/add_yeast_horz_600x4_tsjnB-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Pour the yeast into the cylinder, step back and watch the foamy magic happen! Be careful not to touch the foam. It&#8217;s a product of an exothermic reaction which means it will be extremely hot!\u00a0 After several minutes, it will cool down.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/6-creative-halloween-ideas-to-get-your-family-ready-for-howl-o-ween\/foaming_pumpkin_600x_e49ii\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5245\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5245\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/foaming_pumpkin_600x_e49Ii.jpg\" alt=\"6 Creative Halloween Ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/foaming_pumpkin_600x_e49Ii.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/foaming_pumpkin_600x_e49Ii-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> When you are done, simply rinse out all ingredients in the sink since they are safe to drain.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=5264\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Find the printable instructions here<\/a><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<p>We hope you enjoyed our list of Halloween activities. You can always count on Great Wolf Lodge to help get you into the holiday spirit, even during the spooky season! Don&#8217;t forget to celebrate with us at the lodge, either. Embark on a weather-proof Halloween experience.<\/p>\r\n<p>We&#8217;ve set up a magical trick-or-treat trail, games and activities for the whole family, a spooky Howl-o-Ween house, and a witch\u2019s lair deep inside the haunted north woods. Be sure to read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwolf.com\/paw-pledge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Paw Pledge<\/a> before your stay. There, you&#8217;ll find important information on how we&#8217;ve committed to keeping your family safe while you play!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[et_social_share_custom] This year Halloween may look a little different, but we\u2019re hosting a safe Howl-O-Ween at the lodge so your family doesn\u2019t have to miss out on any fun. 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