There’s something endlessly fascinating about spiders with their wiggly legs, clever webs, and quiet way of moving through the world. These 10 spider crafts are perfect for curious kids who enjoy creating creepy-cool creatures. Find more Bug crafts for preschoolers here.
Spider crafts for kids
Use playdough and craft supplies to make a cute spider. This is a great craft with a sensory element too.
Little arachnologists in preschool will love this simple spider craft. With just a paper plate and a few everyday supplies, they can create an eight-legged friend.
This fun spider craft is a hit for two big reasons: kids can customize it with any colors they like, and the included printable template makes setup fast and fuss-free. It’s a perfect blend of creativity and convenience.
These silly spider friends are welcome to the house year round. With colorful paper straw legs and goofy googly eyes, there’s nothing spooky going on here.
Here’s another fun spider papercraft, complete with printable template. Choosing different colored circles for the body makes this arachnid bright and colorful.
This silly paper plate spider comes with a little learning built right in. Once everything is set up, kids can attach the clothespin legs by matching shapes with the ones on the spider’s body.
Mason jar lids finally get their moment in this clever spider craft. Just add clothespins, a bit of creativity, and watch a simple circle transform into a cute eight-legged critter.
This adorable pom pom spider craft from Red Ted Art is perfect for little hands and big imaginations! Using just a fluffy black pom pom and some pipe cleaners, kids can create their own not-so-spooky spider—ideal for Halloween fun or a rainy afternoon activity. Quick, simple, and seriously cute!
Pretend play is super important for kids, developmentally. And these fun printable spider headbands in pre-colored or colorable black and white are the perfect way to encourage some arachnid adventures.
Spiders bobbing on a single strand of web are a familiar sight, and this craft captures that wiggly bounce perfectly. It’s a fun, hands-on project that doubles as a playful toy when finished.
Grab an old egg carton and a few other basic supplies for this spider craft for kids. The cute little incy wincy spider craft is perfect for acting out the classic song.
This colorful patchwork spider craft is a fun and easy Halloween activity for kids. Using a polystyrene ball, tissue paper, pipe cleaners, and googly eyes, little ones can create a bright, friendly spider that’s perfect for spooky season crafting.
These fun little spiders can be friends year round. Kids will enjoy crafting fuzzy spiders and spinning a string web for them to call home.

More bug activities for kids
Find a full guide to all my bug activities for preschool here.
Get your Bug bingo free printable here.
How about setting up a Bug Hunt Sensory Bin next?
Another great bug activity is this Build a bug play dough activity.

