Often pumpkin and scarecrow crafts receive a lot of attention in fall, but we want to highlight a lesser used craft material for fall: the acorn. To help decorate for autumn, my son created this adorable acorn craft. This mixed media fall art project can be differentiated across many grade levels and ages. It’s straightforward […]
Our Favorite Pumpkin Picture Books
Planning a pumpkin unit? Here’s some of our favorite pumpkin read-alouds for preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. This round-up of pumpkin picture books covers both fiction and non-fiction. We’ve even included a few pumpkin crafts and activities to extend your reading into some hands-on pumpkin fun! Pumpkin Picture Books Too Many Pumpkins by Linda […]
Textured Black Cat Craft for Halloween
I am a fan of texture. I think it creates depth and interest in an art project. That’s why today’s Halloween craft focuses on creating furry texture on a black cat! Grab your scissors, kids! We will be working on your fine motors skills! Snip, snip! black, yellow, white, green or yellow construction paper scissors […]
Our Favorite Apple Unit Picture Books
Need great ideas for your apple unit? We’ve rounded up our favorite apple picture books and have also paired them up with a variety of activities. From fiction to non-fiction, the apple-themed picture books will engage your preschool through second graders! Apple Emergent Reader Apple Counting by The Classroom Creative. Engage your earliest reader […]
Candy Corn Monster Craft with Free Template
Happy first day of autumn! What iconic candy reminds you of autumn? Candy corn! Here’s a fun take on a candy corn craft: a candy corn monster! Whether you need a craft for your entire class or one to get your kids ready for the season, this fall craft is simple and fun. candy […]
