Spooktacular Halloween Builds with CONNETIX Tiles

Creative Halloween Play with Connetix Tiles

Need some spooktacular inspiration this Halloween? We’ve got you covered! If you’ve got Connetix Tiles at home, now’s the perfect time to mix the magic of magnetic tiles with the thrill of Halloween. From cats and ghosts to haunted houses, these creative builds are a fang-tastic way to keep little hands busy while sparking imaginations. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, setting up a themed play invitation, or just looking for a rainy afternoon activity, here are some chillingly imaginative Halloween Connetix ideas to try.

Halloween Connetix Builds to Try at Home

Halloween Cat Ball Run

One of the quickest (and cutest) builds for kids is a playful Halloween cat that doubles as a Connetix ball run. Use purple tiles for the head, black squares and triangles for ears and body, and Connetix Roads pieces to create a long tail that doubles as a ramp. Drop a ball in and watch it whizz through!

This build is great for children who enjoy storytelling. Why not give your cat a Halloween twist by naming it a “witch’s cat” or adding accessories like a hat made of triangles? It’s a compact design, so even younger builders can join in without feeling overwhelmed.

Spooky Spelling with Tiles

Combine literacy and play by using magnetic tiles for kids to spell out spooky words. The black tiles from the Connetix Roads Range are especially good for letter building, and chalk markers can be used to write directly onto the tiles. White or neon chalk pops brilliantly against the black background.

Younger children can try simple first letters like “G” for ghost or “B” for bat, while older ones can spell full words like “BOO,” “WITCH,” or “PUMPKIN.” You could even set up word scrambles, scavenger hunts, or hidden “spells” around the house for kids to decode. It’s the perfect way to blend fun with learning during the spooky season.

Ghost Ball Run

Clear tiles are the star of this ghostly build. By stacking them into a tall, rounded shape, you can create a translucent ghost whose “body” doubles as a ball run. It looks simple, but once the ball glides down through the clear pathways, it creates an eerie, floating effect.

Add a small torch or fairy lights behind your ghost and dim the room—it instantly turns into a glowing centrepiece for Halloween play. A fun yet easy Connetix Halloween activity for all ages.

 

Tiles needed: 1x Clear Base Plate, 7x 4-Square rectangles, 5x 3-Square rectangles, 8x 2-Square rectangles, 8x Small squares, 8x Small right-angled triangles, 1x Black Square tile, 2x Black Small rectangles 

Black Bats

Bats are a Halloween classic, and Connetix Roads pieces make it easy to bring them to life. Quarter-circle tiles create ears, intersections become wings, and small rectangles can be used for feet.

Encourage children to imagine different bat scenarios: one flying high across a haunted sky, another hanging upside down from a “cave,” or a sleepy bat wrapped in its wings. Build a whole colony and string them up for Halloween decorations - both playful and spooky!

Petrifying Pumpkins

With Connetix orange tiles, kids can build their very own pumpkins, then give them personality with scary faces made from black tiles. From triangle fangs to goofy smiles, there are endless ways to design a Jack-o’-lantern.

For extra Halloween magic, place a light tile from the Connetix 28 Piece Light Star Pack inside your pumpkin to make it glow like a lantern. Don’t forget to add accessories like a witch’s hat or use curved tiles to create fun “pumpkin hair.”

Haunted Houses

Haunted houses are one of the most versatile Connetix spooky builds. Use black and purple tiles to create walls, windows, and towers, then decorate with little bats, pumpkins, and ghosts to set the scene. Add cobwebs made from play silks or toy spiders for extra spookiness.

For older kids, challenge them to design an entire Halloween village with different themed houses: a witch’s hut, a vampire’s lair, or a ghostly mansion. This is where creative Halloween play really takes off, imagination runs wild, and the storytelling possibilities are endless.

Wonderful Witches

A witch design is a fun challenge for builders. Use triangles to form a pointy hat, a square or hexagon for the face, and clear or pastel tiles for a flowing dress. You could even add a broomstick with rectangular tiles or a little bat companion.

Once built, the witch can star in stories and roleplay, mixing potions, casting spells, or flying off to join the haunted village.

Tips for Spooky Magnetic Tile Play

Mix and Match: Combine Connetix with other Halloween decorations like toy spiders, glow sticks, or fairy lights to bring your builds to life.

Encourage Storytelling: Once the build is complete, ask kids to invent a spooky story about their creation.

Keep it Flexible: Some builds are simple, while others can get more complex, so there’s something for every age and stage of builder.

Bring Halloween Magic to Life with Connetix

With just a little imagination, Connetix Tiles can transform into the ultimate Halloween play experience. From ghosts and bats to witches and pumpkins, these magnetic tile Halloween builds are sure to bring a bit of magic (and mischief!) to your spooky celebrations.

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