Embrace the Magic of Fall: Easy Autumn Craft Ideas for Kids

Leaf Rubbing Art Materials:

• Freshly fallen leaves
• White paper
• Crayons with wrappers removed

Instructions:

1. Place a leaf under a piece of white paper.
2. Using the side of a crayon, rub it over the area where the leaf is.
3. Watch as the leaf's shape and intricate vein patterns magically appear on the paper!

Pinecone Bird Feeders Materials:

• Pinecones
• Peanut butter or honey
• Bird seeds
• String

Instructions:

1. Tie a string around the top of the pinecone.
2. Coat the pinecone in peanut butter or honey.
3. Roll it in bird seeds, ensuring it sticks to the adhesive.
4. Hang it outside on a tree and watch as birds come for a tasty treat.

Autumn Leaf Mason Jar Candle Holder Materials:

• Mason jar
• Autumn leaves (real or craft leaves)
• Mod Podge or white craft glue
• Brush
• Tea light

Instructions:

1. Clean and dry the mason jar.
2. Apply a thin layer of Mod Podge or diluted white craft glue on a section of the jar.
3. Place a leaf on the glued section and smooth it out gently.
4. Continue the process, overlapping leaves until the jar is covered.
5. Seal the leaves by applying another thin layer of Mod Podge or glue on top.
6. Once dried, place a tea light inside and watch the warm glow illuminate the beautiful autumn colors.

Nature Paint Brushes Materials:

• Sticks or twigs
• Fresh herbs, ferns, or leafy branches
• Twine or rubber bands

Instructions:

1. Attach your chosen plant material (like fern or herbs) to one end of the stick using twine or a rubber band.
2. Dip the "brush" into paint and let the kids create unique patterns and strokes on paper.

Acorn Cap Jewels Materials:

• Acorn caps
• Colored marbles or round glass beads
• Hot glue gun (adult supervision required)

Instructions:

1. Place a drop of hot glue inside the acorn cap.
2. Press a colored marble or glass bead into the glue.
3. Once dried, these acorn cap jewels can be used for imaginative play or as decorations.