As any parent knows, raising happy and well-adjusted children is no easy task. There are a lot of important things to teach them, from reading and writing to math and science.

But one of the most important things they need to learn is social-emotional intelligence. This includes skills like self-awareness, empathy, and self-regulation, which are essential for success in life.

One fun and creative way to introduce kids to this concept is with crafts that focus on emotions. This pumpkin emotions craft is a great activity for kids to do in the fall.

They can create a wide variety of faces from happy to surprised, angry, sad, goofy, and more. This is a great way to help kids learn about their own emotions as well as those of others. And it’s just plain fun too!

Make a bunch of these, then check out all of our other fun pumpkin crafts for kids.

Fun Pumpkin Craft

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Supplies

• Colored cardstock or construction paper
• Scissors
• Glue
• Markers
• Pumpkin template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)

Directions

Download the pumpkin template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

Begin creating the pumpkin by gluing the stem to the top and back of the pumpkin.

Place the eyes near the middle of the pumpkin, one on each side, and glue them in place.

Next, take the mouth and glue it just below the eyes and in the middle of the pumpkin.

Glue on any other additional pieces such as tears or tongue.

Finish up by using a marker to draw on the pumpkin’s eyebrows.

That’s it! We think kids are going to love creating their own pumpkins!

If you liked this craft, you’ll want to check out this free printable emotional regulation worksheet for more resources!

Fall Ideas For Kids

Are you looking for a way to help your kids learn while they have fun this fall? If so, then a mini fall unit study may be perfect for you!

Unit studies are great because they allow kids to explore a topic in-depth and learn about many different aspects of it. Plus, they’re easy to put together – all you need is a few books, some materials for crafts and activities, and a little bit of imagination.

Fall is the perfect time to do a unit study on scarecrows, pumpkins, apples, or any other autumn-themed topic. Not only will your kids enjoy learning about the world around them, but they’ll also develop important skills like creativity, critical thinking, and fine motor skills!

Read on below for our favorite ideas to get your planning done in a snap.

Fall Children’s Books

Fall is such a wonderful time of year, and there are so many great children’s books that celebrate the season!

Reading these books with your kids is a great way to get them excited about all the fun things that happen in autumn.

They’ll learn about pumpkin patches and harvesting, leaves changing color and falling off the trees, and so much more. Plus, it’s a great way to spend some quality time together as a family. Try out some of these popular fall books:

There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Leaf: The mischievous old lady swallowed a handful of leaves! Her tummy started to rumble. So she swallowed some more items. Then even more. But as her stomach grew full, the leaves began to poke out through her mouth… when suddenly – poofffff! – it turned into a scarecrow!

Pete The Cat Falling For Autumn: Pete is not a fan of fall. But he decides to do some detective work and finds out that there are lots of things about this season he loves, like corn mazes, hayrides, wearing scarves, and apple picking! This story helps kids learn that even though they might not love every season of the year, there are still good parts to each one.

We’re Going On A Leaf Hunt: The seasons are changing, the days getting are shorter, and children everywhere are starting to make plans for their favorite outdoor adventures – and what could be more fun than a Leaf Hunt?!

Kids’ Fall Crafts

There’s something extra fun about fall crafts. Maybe it’s the colors of the leaves or the way the cooler temperatures make us want to cozy up indoors with a warm project.

Whatever the reason, crafting is a great way to connect with your kids as they head back to school and get excited for all the fun of autumn. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to teach them about the changing seasons!

Add in some of these fun fall crafts for more opportunities to practice fine motor skills, think creatively, and just have fun.

Handprint Acorn Craft – This acorn craft is a fun and easy way for kids to make a cute fall keepsake. All you need is some paper and glue, so there’s no need for messy paint. Simply have your child trace their handprint on a sheet of paper, then cut out the shape and glue it to the top of an acorn. Add the eyes and smile, and you’re all done! This craft is sure to bring a smile to any nature lover’s face.

Scarecrow Headband Craft – This scarecrow craft for kids is so much fun to make! Simply print out the template onto colored paper or white paper for kids to color in. Then, cut out the strips and glue or tape them together to make a cute headband. The best part is that kids can wear their scarecrow headbands all day long, whether they’re playing outside or just having fun inside.

Corn Craft For Preschoolers – Harvest time is a great time to get crafty with the kids! This easy paper corn craft is the perfect way to help them celebrate the bounty of the season. Just gather up some construction paper, glue, and scissors, and you’ll be all set. Kids will love creating their own cute corn stalks, and they’ll be proud to display their creations when they’re done.

Apple Name Craft – Making this apple name craft is a fun and easy way for kids to learn how to spell their own names! Not only is it a great way to work on fine motor skills, but it’s also a super cute and colorful craft that kids will love.

Fall Activities For Kids

Fall is a great time to break out the pattern blocks and get kids’ creative juices flowing! Pattern block mats are a fun and engaging way for kids to explore geometry, shapes, and colors. Plus, they’re a great way to fine-tune those fine motor skills. While there are many different ways to use pattern blocks, one of our favorite ways is to use these fall pattern block mats. With leaves, pumpkins, and more, these mats are perfect for getting kids in the spirit of the season. And don’t forget the best part – they can be used again and again, so you’ll always have a fun activity on hand.

The leaves are falling and the cool breeze is blowing, which can only mean one thing: it’s time for some scarecrow fun! These free printable scarecrow worksheets are great for young kids to practice handwriting, scissor skills, and letter recognition.

These fall color by sight word printables can help your children with their sight words while having some fun too! Each printable has a different autumn-themed picture, and children can color in each one as they find the words. As they color, they will be improving their motor skills and hand-eye coordination. In addition, this activity will help them to recognize and remember the sight words.

More Fall Fun

• Kids will look super adorable wearing this “Cute As Pie” t-shirt this fall.
• This pumpkin patch play dough kit is great for sensory play!
• If fall is your favorite season, grab this fall favorites t-shirt.

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More Fall Ideas For Kids

Pumpkin Emotion Template