Is there anything cuter than squirrels running up and down trees in the fall?! It’s a quintessential sign of fall in our minds, so we made this easy squirrel craft for kids to prepare for the change of seasons!

This paper squirrel is easy to create and comes with a free printable template, which makes it great for making not only at home but also at school, daycare, or library storytime.

Check out our quick video to see how to put these cute little guys together and make them with your kiddos this fall. And be sure to check out our fun and simple camping activities for kids to find even more great projects!

Paper Squirrel Craft

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Supplies

• Colored cardstock or construction paper
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• Squirrel 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 squirrel to life!

First, guide your child to take the top part of the squirrel’s head and glue it to the main part of the squirrel’s head.

Glue the inner ears to the outer ears.

Next, help your child glue the eyes just below the arch of the squirrel’s face.

Finish the face by gluing the squirrel’s nose above the mouth line.

Place the completed head on top of the squirrel’s body and glue it in place.

Position the tail of the squirrel to the left of the body and head and glue it in place behind the squirrel.

Arrange the left leg in front of the body and the right leg behind the body, like in the picture below, and glue in place.

Finally, encourage your child to place the arms, one on each side, just above the legs, and glue to secure. Cut a small tooth from white paper and glue just below the mouth.

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

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Fall Preschool Unit

Do you need ideas for creating a simple and engaging fall-themed preschool unit? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. We’ve collected some of our favorite autumn crafts, activities, and printables that are fun, engaging, and educational!

Read on below, and you’ll be ready in just a few minutes.

Kids’ Fall Books

Reading aloud to young children is one of the best things parents can do to encourage a love of reading. Not only does it give children a chance to hear how stories are supposed to sound, but it also helps them develop important language and literacy skills.

And there’s no better time to start than in the fall when the days are getting shorter and the evenings are perfect for snuggling up with a good book. So grab one or all of these popular fall books.

Related: Fall Connect The Dots

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?!

Fall Crafts For Kids

As any parent knows, kids are full of energy and creativity. And one of the best ways to channel that boundless energy and creativity is through crafts.

Crafts allow kids to explore their imaginations, express their emotions, and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Crafting also helps kids develop fine motor skills, follow instructions, and think creatively. In addition, crafting is a great way to bond with parents and other family members.

Try this Yarn Apple Craft

So if you’re looking for a fun activity that’s also educational and beneficial for your child, consider letting them do some of these fun crafts:

Paper Plate Hedgehog Craft – Fall is the perfect time to get crafty with your kids! And what could be cooler than making your very own hedgehog out of a paper plate? You only need a few supplies and our free template.

Raccoon Craft For Kids – This simple papercraft raccoon is perfect for kids to make! Just cut out the shapes and glue them together. The woodland theme is perfect for any nature-lovers. This project is simple and quick, perfect for a rainy day activity. Your kids will love playing with their new paper raccoon friends!

Corn Craft For Preschoolers – Fall is the perfect time to visit a corn maze with the kids. But before you go or after you come home, why not make this cute corn craft together? It’s easy and fun, and it provides a great opportunity for kids to practice fine motor skills.

Apple Picking Craft – Apple picking is a perfect activity for the fall season, and this cute craft lets your kids bring the fun home with them! Your children can create this adorable handprint craft using simple materials like paper, glue, and scissors. Don’t forget to download our free template to make it even easier!

Kids’ Fall Activities

These fall pattern block mats feature adorable animals like a fox, raccoon, owl, and hedgehog. Print them out and let kids use pattern blocks to complete the pictures! They’re great for little hands working on fine motor skills, shapes, and patterns.

Our apple tracing worksheets are an easy prep activity perfect for helping preschoolers and kindergarteners develop their fine motor skills. These worksheets feature apple-themed tracing lines, shapes, and letters that will keep kids engaged and entertained while they learn!

Coloring is always a fun activity, and these scarecrow color by numbers make it even more exciting! Kids will practice number recognition and color matching as they create a colorful fall scene with a cute scarecrow. These worksheets are perfect for kids who are learning their numbers and colors.

Simple Acorn Name Craft

These fall printable math worksheets feature a dot-to-dot puzzle, a number order game, and a color-by-number page! Basically, they’re a one-stop shop for all your fall math needs. Kids will have fun solving these puzzles while practicing their counting and number skills!

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