Crafty Kids Projects for Autumn LeavesAlthough most people like to think that Southern California doesn’t have seasons, we do experience a slightly muted version of these yearly transitions. We even get some changing leaves in the fall, which is why I’ve had fall leaf crafts on my mind. I rounded up 10 of the best that you can easily do with your kids. Get them outdoors to collect the leaves and then bring them indoors to make some natural art. 1. Leaf People at Fantastic Fun and Learning. 2.
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Leaf Man ActivityAn interactive leaf man activity that is also a great process art project for preschoolers and kindergarteners!
L is for Leaf Activities for KindergartenThese leaf activities for kindergarten are absolutely perfect for a leaf themed kindergarten lesson plan. Includes leaf crafts and books!
Leaf Man Book Companion PrintablesThese Leaf Man Book Companion Printables are a perfect way to celebrate fall but also foster early reading foundations with your preschooler.
Leaf Puppets - Leaf Craft for PreschoolersMaking leaf puppets is a perfect kids fall/ autumn craft idea. This simple activity for toddlers and preschoolers accompanies the book 'Leaf Man' by Lois Ehlert.
Leaf Man Story Basket for Toddlers and PreschoolersHave I mentioned how much I like creating fall-themed works for my kids? I was excited to find this Leaf Man Story Basket up in my attic from my Montessori training days, and both kids have enjoye…
Fall Book Link-Up!Leaf Man is one of my favorite books to read in the first week of fall. Since we live in Florida, my students (generally) only know of fall via books and pictures (which is a shame because Fall is one of the best, most beautiful seasons of all!). So, I actually wait until more of October to do this activity. These are pictures from a previous year, because I haven't done it yet my class. We read the book, then discussed repetitive lines (common core!), and cause and effect (why did Leaf Man…
Leaf Man FreebieHi everyone! I am linking up with The Teacher's Treasure Chest for a Fall Book Linky. I just love picture books. I have an obsession. ...
Leaf Man Puppets - Adorable Autumn Paper Puppet Craft for KidsGet into the spirit of fall with these cute leaf puppets inspired by the Leaf Man picture book! Kids will love making their own "leaf person" puppets using our free printable paper leaf templates, sticks, and other basic craft supplies. Fun for an autumn-themed puppet show, library display, daycare, or fall camp activity. Make diverse leaf characters, then use them to act out stories, put on a play, or for imaginative free play. A fun way to celebrate the changing seasons. | Fall paper…
Our Hedgehog HouseWe read the Leaf Man story by this week in class. I made the story simple by saying that in every pile of leaves outside hide a leaf man. The wind blows him off across the world sometimes and he meets lots of other animals. I asked the children to recognise as many animals on each page (rabbit, squirrel, fish, turtle, chicken, etc..) The follwing day, at circle time, after reading the Leaf Man a second time, I asked the children to remember all the animal we saw in the book. One child…
Leaf Man Craft ActivityThis Leaf Man Autumn Art Activity resource contains four sheets which are easily printable on A4 paper. Across these four pages are seven bordered segments of the 'Make a Leaf Man' activity. This activity pack contains a title page, an illustrated 'things you will need' page, and five steps explaining to children how they can create a leaf man.