Get ready for some goofy, giggly, creative fun! Fall is in the air, so it’s the perfect time for kids to make something that’ll have them laughing and getting imaginative. This hands-on activity is all about having fun and letting their creativity shine!
Encourage your little pumpkins to create this silly pumpkin craft with a face that will bring on the laughs! This pumpkin will be a funny addition to your fall decorations!
Find even more pumpkin crafts for kids that will keep the fall creativity going all season long!
Silly Pumpkin Face Craft
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These silly jack-o-lantern faces will be a hit with kids, plus they will be able to work on fine motor skills, cutting, and gluing while creating their unique pumpkin masterpiece.
Ready to get started? Download the free template, gather some colorful paper, scissors, and glue, and watch those silly pumpkin faces come to life!
Supplies
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- Markers (orange)
- Pumpkin template (unlock the free template at the end of the post)
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!
First, guide your child in drawing the lines on the pumpkin.
Next, glue the teeth around the mouth.
Now, help your child place the tongue on the bottom of the mouth and glue it in place.
Position the mouth on the bottom portion of the pumpkin and glue it down.
Glue the cheeks to the sides of the mouth.
Place the eyes below the eyebrows and glue them in place.
Finally, encourage your child to glue the stem on top and to the center of the pumpkin.
Be sure to check out our fall crafts while you’re here! We have lots of fun ideas for kids to do at home or in the classroom.
Fun Pumpkin Craft
Ideas For Fall
If you’re looking for creative ways to keep your little ones busy while they learn, you’re in the right place! We have a collection of playful projects and educational activities that will make this season special.
Grab a cozy seat, and read below for ideas on new books to add to your fall reading list and hands-on activities to add entertainment and learning this autumn!
Fall Books For Kids
Next time you’re looking for fun storytime activities with your little one, grab a book from your shelf and read to them! Below are some of the top fall-themed 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?!
Kids Crafts For Fall
Scarecrow Gnome Craft – This little gnome is ready for fall dressed as a scarecrow! This creative activity will be a fun addition to your fall activities and is perfect for kids of all ages.
Related: Fall Graphing Worksheets
Torn Paper Acorn Craft – Let’s get nutty and tear paper to make an acorn! This hands-on project is full of fun and fall vibes, making it the perfect way for little hands to create their adorable acorn masterpiece!
Owl Paper Plate Craft – Hoot, hoot! Get kids ready for some feathered fun by transforming a paper plate into an adorable owl. They’ll have a blast creating their wise little friend by painting, cutting, and pasting with our free template.
Worm In Apple Craft – Kids will love making this cute worm making its way through an apple. It’ll be great fall fun and a hit with your little creators. Download our free template – just print, cut, and let the creativity begin!
Fall Activities For Kindergarten
Kids will love connecting the dots in numerical order to reveal three charming seasonal images in this set of fall connect the dots. It’s a fantastic way to practice number recognition, counting, and fine motor skills.
Plus, once they’ve connected all the dots, they can bring their creations to life with their favorite fall colors. These engaging worksheets will keep little learners entertained while boosting their cognitive growth and creativity!
Get kids ready for some hoot worthy learning fun with our owl worksheets! Kids can practice handwriting by tracing ‘Oo’s, which boosts their letter recognition and muscle memory. The owl letter maze will help with letter recognition and critical thinking as they find all the ‘Oo’s to make their way out of the maze.
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Don’t forget to label the owl worksheet, where they’ll practice reading and fine motor skills by labeling different parts of the owl. These worksheets make learning engaging and challenging.
Kids will be excited to practice counting with our fall counting worksheets! This fall, grab our engaging worksheets for kids to count acorns, match squirrels and acorns, and more. These printables make number practice fun and interactive.
The cut, count, and paste worksheet combines math and fine motor skills, while the leaf counting practice and find and count activities turn learning into a seasonal adventure. Your little learners will sharpen their counting skills and enjoy the autumn vibes, all while having a blast when they complete these worksheets.
Your little ones will enjoy a little autumnal creativity with these fall coloring book printables! They’re great for preschoolers to explore the rich colors of fall while practicing their tracing skills.
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Not only will your little ones have a blast bringing their pages to life with color, but they’ll also enhance their hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. Coloring is also a fantastic way to relax, express creativity, and develop essential skills. So grab the crayons and make this fall colorful and educational!
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Silly Pumpkin Craft
Encourage your little pumpkins to create this silly pumpkin craft with a face that’s bound to bring on the giggles!
Materials
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- Markers (orange)
- Pumpkin template
Instructions
- Download the Pumpkin template, print it, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Begin by drawing the strand lines of the pumpkin.
- Next, glue the teeth around the mouth.
- Now, place the tongue on the bottom portion of the mouth and glue it in place.
- Position the mouth on the bottom portion of the pumpkin and glue it down.
- Glue the cheeks to the sides of the mouth.
- Place the eyes below the eyebrows and glue them in place.
- Finish off by gluing the stem on top and to the center of the pumpkin.
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Sam is the crafter and founder of Simple Everyday Mom. She has been featured in Oprah Mag, Good Housekeeping, The Spruce Crafts, Country Living, The Bump and more. Read more.
Heather G.
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
Can't Wait!
Heather G.
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
Thanks, great idea!
Sam
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
You're welcome! Glad you like it.
kristy
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
love
Sam
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
Thanks!
Joanna
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
Excites to try!
Sam
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
Great - hope it goes well!
Robin
Sunday 29th of September 2024
Thank you!
Sam
Tuesday 1st of October 2024
You're very welcome!