Pumpkin Headband Craft (Free PDF Template)

Fall is the perfect time for kids to get creative with a fun and festive craft! They can make this pumpkin headband craft to celebrate the season, add a little something extra to storytime, or wear it simply because it’s always so fun to dress up and pretend.

Find even more pumpkin crafts for kids to enjoy this fall! There are so many fun ways to celebrate the season with creativity and imagination.

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This project is perfect for one-on-one crafting at home or as a group activity in the classroom. Students can wear their pumpkin headbands while reading autumn books, laughing with friends, or attending a fall festival!

Grab our free template and your supplies like colorful paper, scissors, and glue, and you’ll be all set for an afternoon of pumpkin making fun. Kids can decorate their headbands however they like, adding some personality to their pumpkin creations!

Supplies

• Colored cardstock or construction paper
• Glue stick
• Scissors
• Tape
• Pumpkin template (click the “click here to get your freebies” image at the end of the post)

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Directions

Start by downloading the template and printing it out. Once the template is printed, gather the materials for this fun activity. Get those scissors ready, and let’s help the kids bring this pumpkin to life!

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First, guide your child to draw the vertical lines on the pumpkin with an orange marker. Next, glue the stem to the top and back portion of the pumpkin.

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Now, help your child to glue the eyes below the eyebrows.

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Position the cheeks below the eyes and glue them in place.

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Finally, encourage your child to tape the extenders on both ends of the headband.

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Be sure to check out our fall crafts while you’re here! There are so many fun ideas!

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Autumn Ideas For Kids

If you’re looking for fun ways to keep little hands busy and minds engaged this fall, you’re in the right place. We’ve gathered some exciting projects and educational activities that blend creativity with learning that are perfect for the season.

There’s something here for every curious kid, so read below for some fresh ideas on autumn themed books and hands-on activities to bring the magic of fall into your home or classroom!

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Fall Books For Kids

There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves: 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 many 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 are getting shorter, and children everywhere are starting to make plans for their favorite outdoor adventures – and what could be more fun than a Leaf Hunt?!

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Autumn Crafts For Kids

Acorn Name Craft – Have your kids create a beautiful fall tree adorned with acorns that spell out their names. It’s the perfect way for little ones to combine nature and creativity while adding a personalized touch to their fall decorations!

Related: Fall Connect The Dots

Corn Handprint Craft – Celebrate fall with a hands-on craft that’s kernels of fun when kids use their handprints to create an ear of corn. This adorable activity is perfect for adding a personal touch to your autumn decor while giving little ones a fun way to get creative!

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Gnome Handprint Craft – This gnome-tastic activity will have kids creating the fluffy beards of a gnome with their own handprints. These little gnomes will be an adorable addition to your fall fun!

Owl Headband Craft – Whoo’s ready for a fun fall craft? Have kids create their own owl headband they’ll be hooting about all season long! This cute and easy project lets little ones channel their inner owls, making it the perfect accessory for fall adventures and imaginative play!

Autumn Printable Ideas

These free printable fall matching worksheets are perfect for young learners eager to explore! They’re full of colorful, autumn themed items like animals, colorful leaves, and seasonal items to make learning about colors and numbers fun.

As kids complete the puzzles, they’ll build essential cognitive skills like concentration, visual memory, and attention to detail. While they match the fall themed items, they’ll also be developing foundational skills that will help them succeed in more challenging activities – all while having fun!

Try this Apple Name Craft

These fun and festive pumpkin worksheets are perfect for getting kids excited about fall while sneaking in extra learning! They help with fine motor skills, letter recognition, and patterns.

Whether it’s a rainy day activity or a playful learning moment, these printables will keep little ones entertained and engaged. They’ll navigate a pumpkin letter maze, spot patterns, and practice handwriting with these worksheets. 

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Take a bite out of learning with these fun apple tracing worksheets! They’ll have little ones tracing lines and shapes to feel like play, but it offers big benefits, like strengthening the small muscles in their hands and fingers.

Plus, tracing helps prepare kids for writing by improving their fine motor skills and pencil control. After they trace, they can color in their apples to complete the picture! It’s a fun and educational activity that kids will love.

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This fall, we’re sharpening scissor skills with this fun fall cutting practice for preschoolers! Learning to use scissors takes plenty of practice, as kids strengthen their fine motor muscles and boost hand-eye coordination.

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These printables give your preschoolers the perfect opportunity to snip away until they’re cutting like pros! Plus, they’re no-prep – just print and go! For extra fun, let kids color the shapes before cutting, and take a moment to chat about the different shapes they’re working with!

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Free Pumpkin Headband Template

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