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[October] Useful for childcare! Autumn craft ideas, Part 2

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

October brings a stronger sense of autumn as the climate shifts after summer.

For teachers who are thinking, “I want to enjoy autumn-specific crafts with the children!”, we’re introducing perfect craft ideas.

From Halloween-themed ghosts and pumpkins to fall naturals and seasonal treats like fallen leaves, acorns, mushrooms, and grapes, we’ve gathered a wide range of ideas!

We also share fun ways to use materials that will greatly expand children’s worlds, so please use them for inspiration.

Because we mainly introduce ideas for creating works that allow children to freely express their individuality, we refer to them as “seisaku” (craft/creation) in the text.

[October] Useful for childcare! Introducing autumn craft ideas [Part 2] (11–20)

Halloween art made with handprints

[Kindergartens and Nurseries] Halloween Art and Crafts Made with Handprints in October

Halloween art made with handprints

Here’s a Halloween craft idea you can make using children’s handprints.

First, have the kids cut the base paper into a circle.

Next, paint orange on their palms and green on their middle fingers, then stamp onto the base.

Using pre-made parts—circles, triangles, stars, and hats—let them decorate the base however they like.

Finally, add jack-o’-lantern face pieces to the orange handprint and write “Halloween” in the empty space to finish.

It’s a wonderful idea that they can also enjoy taking home.

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In conclusion

We’ve shared some lovely craft ideas that capture the feeling of autumn.

Was there anything you’d like to try making? Even when creating the same things—like pumpkins, grapes, or acorns—different techniques can transform them into completely different pieces, which really excites kids.

Be sure to choose projects that children will enjoy making, and give them a try!