Easy & Engaging Halloween 3D Art Activity
Let’s face it: Halloween at school is both exciting and exhausting. The students are hyped up, there’s candy everywhere, and by the end of the day, it feels like you’ve been managing a whirlwind of sugar and energy! But Halloween doesn’t have to be chaotic—there are ways to keep your students engaged, learning, and maybe even working quietly while you take a moment to sip that cup of coffee while it’s still hot.
Enter the 3D Halloween Agamograph Art Activity—the perfect combination of fun, creativity, and critical thinking that will keep your students entertained and their brains engaged. It’s a simple yet captivating project that lets them color and assemble a cool optical illusion where two pumpkin images change depending on the angle you view it from.
What Is an Agamograph?
An agamograph takes two images and splices them together so that, from one angle, you see the first picture, and from another angle, the second picture appears. The result is a fascinating optical illusion, perfect for curious young minds! For this activity, students will color in two different pumpkin designs, and when they assemble their agamograph, the image will magically shift as they move from side to side.
The best part? It’s not just fun—it’s educational. This activity helps build fine motor skills, engages critical thinking, and introduces basic geometry concepts like angles and symmetry, all while celebrating the Halloween spirit.
How it Works:
Distribute the Templates: Each student gets two templates that will eventually be glued together into one.
Coloring Time: Let them color their pumpkins. This part helps settle them down and channel that extra energy into something creative.
Cut and Fold: Once colored, students cut along the provided lines and fold their paper in an accordion fashion to create the alternating effect.
Enjoy and Share: Display your agamographs for all to see!
Student Directions:
We’ve made this activity even easier for you by including a PowerPoint slide with step-by-step directions that you can project on your board to guide your students through the creation process. This visual aid makes it simple to walk them through each step without needing to repeat instructions.
For your visual learners, we’ve also added a short timelapse video showing the project being made from start to finish. This quick video is perfect for students who need to see the process in action, helping them understand exactly how to color, cut, fold, and assemble their agamographs.
With these extra resources, your students will feel confident and ready to complete their 3D Halloween agamograph, making it a stress-free, enjoyable activity for everyone!
BONUS - It’s Teacher Friendly:
This activity is designed to be low-prep and easy for teachers. All you need are the templates, colored pencils or crayons, scissors, and glue. You can even show a quick demonstration or project simple instructions on the board, so everyone knows what to do. Then head to your desk and RELAX!
With the 3D Halloween Agamograph Art Activity, you get a fun, festive project that challenges your students while keeping them quietly engaged. They’ll love the end result, and you might even get a few minutes to regroup, sip your coffee, and breathe easy.
So, if you’re looking for a way to make Halloween in your classroom both manageable and memorable, this activity is a must-try!
