10 Easy Fall Crafts for Preschoolers That’ll Keep Kids Busy for Hours

 

Fall is here, and there’s something magical about this season—the crunchy leaves, warm colors, and cozy vibes. Mothers, we all know how easily little people become bored indoors, and when the weather begins to be chilly.

That’s why today, I’m sharing 10 easy fall crafts for preschoolers that will keep your kids entertained, spark their creativity, and give you some fun bonding time. Best part? These crafts are simple, safe, and perfect for little hands.

Whether you’re looking for hands-on activities for a rainy day or a fun preschool classroom project, these fall crafts are a win-win.

1. Leaf Printing Art

Supplies needed:

• Fall leaves

• Paint (washable)

• Paper

How to do it:

• Take a few bright leaves out there.

• Paint the surface of the leaf with the bright colors in autumn.

• Press it on paper and lift it carefully.

Note: Collage: Fall is the time of the year to use different shapes and colours of leaves. Children like the transformation of nature into art!

2. Paper Plate Pumpkins

Supplies needed:

• Paper plates

• Orange paint

• Green construction paper

• Glue

How to do it:

• Painting of plate—Paint it orange.

• Take a piece of green stem and stick it on top.

• Include fun facts such as smiley faces or patterns.

Preschoolers love it: It is easy, colorful and they can grow a dumb pumpkin face!

3. Pinecone Owls

Supplies needed:

• Pinecones

• Googly eyes

• Felt or paper for wings

• Glue

How to do it:

• Glue the eyes to the pinecone.

• Take a beak and wings made of felt or paper.

• Get there your little owl out of the way.

Advice: Have children select other colors of the wings and the beak—they will be proud of having their own creature.

4. Apple Stamping Fun

Supplies needed:

• Apples (cut in half)

• Paint

• Paper

How to do it:

• Dip the apple halves in paint.

• Imprint on paper to come up with amusement patterns.

• Allow your child to draw trees, flowers, or abstract objects.

Special thought: Blend with autumn leaf prints to create a fresh masterpiece!

5. Paper Bag Scarecrows

Supplies needed:

• Paper bags

• Scrap fabric

• Markers

• Glue

How to do it:

• Add tissue paper in the paper bag.

• Furnish with scrap fabric clothes.

• Create a smile using markers.

Fun twist: Have them hanging around the house as Christmas decorations!

6. Salt Dough Leaf Ornaments

Supplies needed:

• 1 cup flour

• ½ cup salt

• ½ cup water

• Real leaves

How to do it:

• Combine water, salt and flour to make dough.

• Impression leaves on the dough.

• Bake at 250°F for 2 hours and paint.

Why it is so good: These may be used as souvenirs or presents!

7. Coffee Filter Fall Trees

Supplies needed:

• Coffee filters

• Watercolor paints

• Brown construction paper

• Glue

How to do it:

• Paint the coffee filters in autumnal colors.

• Then dry them, and rub them together into leaf.

• Stick to a brown paper in order to make a tree.

Hint: Smear the filters to achieve more layers of a more textured tree and look like it has been realistically painted on.

8. Popsicle Stick Leaf People

Supplies needed:

• Popsicle sticks

• Fall-colored paper or felt

• Glue

• Markers

How to do it:

• Draw cut leaf shapes out of colored paper.

• Stickers are used to place glue on the popsicle sticks in order to create small characters.

• Dan any faces and accessories.

Fun activity: Wear a mini puppet show and your leaf people!

9. Acorn Cap Jewelry

Supplies needed:

• Acorn caps

• String or pipe cleaners

• Markers or paint

How to do it:

• Decorate or paint the tops of the acorns.

• Tie them together into necklaces or bracelets.

• Make your child proud of their nature inspired jewellery!

Hint: This activity is ideal in developing fine motor skills.

10. Fall Sensory Bins

Supplies needed:

• Corn-grains, withered leaves, little pumpkins

• Small toys or figurines

• A container or bin

How to do it:

• Prepare the sensorial materials on the bin.

• Use small toys or animals to play with.

• Allow your child to feel and experience the textures.

Why moms like it: It is fun that does not involve messing up (most of the time) and it keeps kids busy as they learn.

Additional Success Fall Crafting Tips

• Prep in advance: Prepare all the supplies beforehand.

• Dress for mess: Wear things you can paint!

• Encourage creativity: The art of crafting is not right or wrong. Let your preschooler lead.

• Display their work: Have them place their creations on the fridge or become a part of the home environment—this will help them feel better about themselves.

• Rotate crafts: Do 2–3 crafts every week to keep it new.

Conclusion

Autumn all revolves around innovation, coziness, and family bonding. These fall crafts are easy, simply 10 fall crafts to do with preschoolers, but they are also about making memories, getting your imagination going, and getting together, all in the name of the beauty of the season.

It is easy as moms to overlook how minor things such as making crafts can build your relationship with your child. Then take those leaves and pinecones and paints and the fun of fall begin. You know it is not about being right, right, right, but joy and laughter and learning together.

You’ve got this, mama! Not only will your preschooler have fun but also he or she will make lifetime memories.