In this post: Super fun and easy fall leaf crafts for kids! I compiled a list of the crafts that kids of all ages will be sure to have a blast creating.
Fun Fall Leaf Crafts for Kids
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There’s just nothing quite like Fall. With temperatures cooling down, the leaves changing, and holidays on the horizon, it’s a perfect time for crafting.
All those pretty fall colors can be used to decorate your house for the season.
With kids being inside more with the cooler temps, it’s perfect for fun and creative projects. Whether making whimsical leaf people with googly eyes or exploring leaf rubbings, you’ll find crafts for younger children and the older kids.
Not only are these crafts a fun way to spend time, but they also boost creativity and fine motor skills, making each session both joyful and educational.
16 Autumn Leaf Craft Ideas for Kids
Below, you’ll find some of the best craft ideas for fall to do with your kids. And they all involve leaves!
So, let’s get into the fall spirit with these 16 fall leaf crafts for kids.
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Leaf monster craft for toddlers
These leaf monsters are a great craft for kids of almost any age. Since the shapes of the various leaves the kids find dictate the features of the monsters they create, there is no right or wrong way to make this craft.
Handprint crafts are a great way to get kids feeling really involved with a project since they are literally using their own bodies to help make things. A hand and arm tracing is the perfect trunk for a tree full of fall leaves.
Kids will love helping make this pretty wreath, which will end up on a door somewhere. They paint a sheet of paper in fall watercolors before you cut the leaf shapes out.
Do you need some pretty fall colors to help make your home glow? This fall leaf suncatcher craft is just the thing. The included template takes out all the guesswork.
Need a quick fall craft that will encourage littles to spend some time outside? Print the hedgehog template, then have them go for a walk outside to look for leaves. Once they have enough, just glue the leaves onto the hedgehog’s body.
This project combines learning with fall crafting for a guaranteed win. Plus, it’s one of those crafts that can be done any time of year, so it’s perfect for whenever you need some fall vibes.
One time making these leaf cinnamon ornaments is all it will take for them to become a favorite project. Imagine making salt dough ornaments, but everything smells amazing. And the pretty colors are perfect for fall.
This leaf craft is a great option for any time of year since fall leaves don’t have to be in great supply. It uses materials from Dollar Tree to make friendly-looking leaf puppets.
Speaking of process art, scrape painting is another favorite. Print the leaf template out, then paint, scrape, and cut them out for some really unique decorations.
This autumn leaf mosaic project takes a really interesting approach to crafting. The mosaic pieces are actual leaves that have been cut into different shapes.
Nothing says fall like Thanksgiving, so fall leaves are the perfect accent to a Thanksgiving craft. Use a paper plate and the provided template for a perfect Thanksgiving project.
Yarn wrap art is a simple way to make a really pretty craft. Kids will love winding different yarn colors around, and the included template makes these look too good not to display.
Grab the free template first to make this leaf garland craft and help kids work on fine motor skills. Then, follow the steps to color, cut, and thread the leaves for a really pretty decoration.
There you have it — fun leaf crafts for kids that will keep them engaged and enjoying themselves.
Exploring these easy fall crafts highlights the fun and educational benefits of working with leaves. Crafting isn’t just about making things—it’s about creating memories and learning new skills. Whether it’s leaf painting or making leaf rubbings, each craft is a chance to create and share.
Which leaf craft idea will you and your kids be trying first from the list above? Have you done another one that you really loved? I would love to hear from you in the comments section! Share your questions, thoughts, and experiences. Oh, and if you enjoy these projects, consider signing up for my newsletter for more creative ideas and tips!
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