Easy “Arthur” Costume Ideas

These quick and easy costumes are designed for “Arthur” superfans who want to look like their favorite characters — either alone or in a group! Invite your child to find clothing they already have that match the colors their favorite character wears in the show. Then help your child find accessories the character uses in the show either by gathering similar items you already have or making them out of recyclable materials. Snap a photo and share your costume creation with family and friends! Share your cool costume looks on social media and tag @PBSKIDS on Twitter and Instagram.

1. Wear a white collared shirt, a yellow sweater, blue pants and red shoes.
2. Use cardboard, paper, and a headband to make Arthur’s ears. Make his glasses too!
3. Bonus: Put a red collar on a dog plushie to make Pal, and carry it with you!
4. Print out the Arthur face mask for a quick DIY costume.

1. Wear a white long-sleeve shirt, a pink jumper, pink tights, and blue-green shoes.
2. Use cardboard, paper, and a headband to make D.W.’s ears.
3. Bonus: Print out and color in D.W.’s favorite character Mary Moo Cow to carry with you!
4. Print out the D.W. face mask for a quick DIY costume.

1. Wear a pink collared shirt, turquoise sweater, blue pants, and red shoes.
2. Use cardboard, paper, and a headband to make Buster’s ears.
3. Bonus: Carry an alien or weird-looking food with you!
4. Print out the Buster face mask for a quick DIY costume.

1. Wear a maroon sweater, blue pants, and red shoes.
2. Wear yellow barrettes or make your own.
3. Bonus: Carry a soccer ball or drumsticks with you!
4. Print out the Francine face mask for a quick DIY costume.

1. Wear a yellow collared shirt, purple skirt or jumper, yellow socks and brown shoes.
2. Wear your hair in two braids, or make your own out of yarn.
3. Bonus: Carry a fancy purse with you!
4. Print out the Muffy face mask for a quick DIY costume.

Want more “Arthur” activities? Make a lucky mini unicorn and a giant pencil to continue the fun!