Even 1-year-olds will be captivated! A collection of craft ideas to enjoy the art-filled autumn
When it comes to autumn crafts, there are tons of ideas you can enjoy with children! This time, we’ve gathered autumn craft ideas you can do together with one-year-olds.
From colorful autumn leaves made with newspaper stamping, to grapes made by rolling up tissue paper, to moon-viewing dumplings made from air-dry clay—these are all projects that let you feel the season while having fun.
You can nurture your child’s sensitivity and create wonderful memories at the same time.
We’ll introduce autumn craft ideas perfect for childcare settings or for parents and children to try together! Because we feature ideas that nurture children’s free expression, we use the term “seisaku (制作: creation/production)” in the text.
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Moon-Viewing Dumplings Made with Paper Clay (for 1-year-olds)
How about having the one-year-olds try making moon-viewing dango out of paper clay? Since paper clay has a bit of weight to it, it’s recommended to make the sanpō (the tray for the dango) from sturdy materials like milk cartons or thick paper.
Teachers can prepare the sanpō in advance, and the children can roll the paper clay into balls and place them on top.
Don’t set any particular rules about how to arrange them—let the children place the dango freely.
Please be careful to ensure the children don’t put the paper-clay dango in their mouths.
Handprint and footprint stamp production
At daycare centers and kindergartens, it’s common to make crafts using handprint and footprint stamps that let you see children’s growth! If you’re planning autumn-themed projects, how about making mushrooms or squirrels with footprints, and bagworms with handprints? Kids enjoy making handprints and footprints, and if they like stickers, it’s also fun to add patterns with stickers.
Display the finished pieces in the hallway, and parents can see them at pick-up time—they’re sure to be delighted!
In conclusion
Through autumn craft activities, children’s imagination and creativity will blossom.
As they enjoy expressing autumn using various materials—such as paints, tissue paper, and footprint stamps—encourage them to create wonderful works that let their individuality shine.
While valuing the unique ways one-year-olds express themselves, be sure to enjoy this seasonal crafting time together with the children.