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Preschool: Autumn-Themed Craft Ideas Recommended for November

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.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

In November, as the cold gradually sets in, we get to enjoy beautiful autumn foliage and delicious seasonal flavors.

Why not try some fun crafts that capture those delightful autumn moments?

In this article, we’ll share craft ideas for November that let you feel the season.

We’ve gathered a variety of ideas, including autumn foods made with different materials and projects using natural items like acorns.

They’re all activities children can enjoy!

As November gets colder, let’s make the most of autumn indoors!

Because the items children make are treated as works, we refer to them as “seisaku” (productions) in the text.

[Childcare] Autumn-Themed Craft Ideas Recommended for November (11–20)

Acorn maracas

[Upcycled Crafts][Nature Play] Make It in 1 Minute! Acorn Maracas

Acorn maracas

Let’s try making a sound-making toy using acorns.

Since the acorns you can pick up in parks or along the roadside are the materials, there’s no need for any extra preparation and it’s very easy to make.

Besides the acorns, all you need is an empty plastic bottle.

Boil the acorns you collected to sterilize them so bugs won’t hatch.

Put a few of the sterilized, dried acorns into the plastic bottle.

Then screw the cap on tightly so it won’t open.

Shake the bottle, and the acorns will rattle—your simple, homemade toy is ready!

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Pacific saury in aluminum foil

[Autumn Craft] Making Pacific saury with aluminum foil + origami cat

Pacific saury in aluminum foil

When talking about the flavors of autumn, Pacific saury is indispensable.

So why not try a craft project making saury using aluminum foil? As you know, saury are characterized by their shiny silver scales.

With aluminum foil, you can recreate that texture quite realistically.

For children who aren’t confident in crafting, I recommend a flat saury made by cutting aluminum foil.

For those who are good at crafting, I suggest a three-dimensional saury made by rolling and shaping aluminum foil.

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Cosmos with sponge stamps

[Craft Activity] Wall Mural Cosmos Made by Dabbing Color with a Sponge

Cosmos with sponge stamps

When it comes to autumn flowers, cosmos come to mind.

How about making vibrant cosmos blossoms with sponge stamping—a craft that even little kids will love? All you need are a paper plate with a cosmos flower shape cut out in the center, white drawing paper for the base, paints, and a sponge.

Simply place the paper plate on the drawing paper and dab the paint-covered sponge over the plate; a beautiful cosmos shape will appear, sure to elicit delighted cheers from the children.

Feel free to let many flowers bloom in all kinds of colors!

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Wool yarn inchworm

[Preschool Craft] Make a Bagworm with Yarn! Perfect for a November Wall Display♪

Wool yarn inchworm

The bagworm’s case, made from collected fallen leaves and twigs, is really unique, isn’t it? If you find a bagworm in the park, kids will probably be fascinated.

Let’s try making a super simple version of a bagworm using yarn.

First, make the bagworm’s face out of construction paper.

Next, to represent the case, cut an oval shape from construction paper and attach the face to it.

Punch holes along the edge of the case, thread yarn through any holes you like, and you’re done! It’s a craft your child will enjoy, wondering how it will turn out.

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hedgehog

[Autumn Craft] With templates! Let’s make three kinds of hedgehogs!

hedgehog

Hedgehogs with prickly spines have autumn colors, so they’re perfect for fall crafts! Cut out the hedgehog’s body and the general mountain shapes of the spines from construction paper.

Add patterns to the spine sections however you like.

For example, you can wrap yarn around so it hooks onto the spines, or randomly glue on finely cut yarn or origami paper.

For the eyes and nose, draw them in with crayons or stick on round stickers.

Adjust the crafting method to suit the children’s ages and give it a try.

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