[October] Craft ideas for fall you can use in childcare
October is when you can feel autumn even more strongly, thanks to changes in nature and the climate.
This is a must-read for teachers who are thinking, “I want to enjoy autumn-specific crafts with the children!”
Here we introduce craft ideas perfect for October.
You’ll find a wide range of ideas: themes inspired by Halloween such as ghosts and pumpkins; and themes that feature autumn-only natural items and seasonal tastes like fallen leaves, acorns, mushrooms, and grapes.
We also introduce techniques that stimulate children’s five senses and curiosity, as well as fun ways to use materials that greatly expand their imaginative world—please use them for inspiration.
Because we focus on ideas for creating works that allow children to freely express their individuality, we use the term “制作 (seisaku)” as “creation” or “craft” in the text.
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[October] Useful for childcare! Introducing autumn craft ideas (71–80)
Let’s make grapes using bubble wrap!
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Here’s a craft idea for making grapes using bubble wrap.
Stick bubble wrap onto light purple construction paper and cut it into a grape shape.
Attach a stem made from brown construction paper, then use a permanent marker to color in each round bubble one by one.
There are many, so it can be a bit of work, but keep at it patiently.
Once you’re done coloring, your grapes are complete! Display them in your room to enjoy an autumn vibe.
When you’re finished using them as decorations, it could be fun to pop the bubble wrap and play with it.
Three-dimensional grapes with just one sheet!
Cut a sheet of construction paper into a rectangle and make two slits at each end.
On the left side, roll the middle section with slits toward the front and glue it, then roll the remaining sections toward the back and glue them.
On the right side, roll the middle section toward the back and glue it, then glue the remaining sections toward the front.
Fold the paper in half so the rolled parts form three rows, then cut along the fold with scissors to shape the stem.
Make leaves and vines out of origami paper and attach them to the grapes to finish! Try making them in various colors.
Super huge! Tissue paper grapes
Here’s an idea that’s perfect when you want to make an impactful autumn wall display.
Stack several sheets of tissue paper and accordion fold them.
Once folded, tie the center with wire.
Gently pull apart the layers of tissue paper one by one from the inside; when all the layers are fluffed, shape it into a round form.
This makes one grape.
Make eight of these, then arrange them in four rows as 3, 2, 2, and 1.
Glue them onto the base, and add a stem made from construction paper and leaves made from tissue paper to finish.
When you display it on the wall, adding a vine is a nice touch too.
[October] Preschool-ready! Autumn craft ideas (81–90)
Hedgehogs for infants (ages 1 and up)
https://www.tiktok.com/@hoiku.labo/video/7293786076940963074A hedgehog craft made by sticking pieces is perfect for one-year-olds who find complex tasks difficult, and it’s a great activity that lets them feel a sense of accomplishment from “I did it!” Prepare construction paper cut into parts for the hedgehog’s legs, body, and spines, along with glue and round stickers.
Have the children glue each part onto the body.
Repeating the sticking action is also recommended for promoting children’s fine motor development.
As the teacher encourages them by saying things like “You stuck it on so well,” the children accumulate small successes, build confidence, and this leads to meaningful growth.
[Ages 2 and up] One-snip hedgehog with scissors
Let’s make an adorably prickly hedgehog using scissors.
Prepare construction paper, glue, and scissors.
It’s recommended that the teacher pre-cut the hedgehog’s spines/fur pieces and the face parts in advance.
Have the children work on the part where they make slits by cutting vertically into the spine pieces with scissors.
Start by practicing cutting straight vertical lines to help them learn how to use scissors.
Folding the cut spine pieces will add a three-dimensional look.
For the face, drawing with crayons or colored pens might result in hedgehogs with a variety of expressions.
[Ages 3 and up] Hedgehog Snip-Snip Craft
Using everyday paper plates to make hedgehogs is a great craft for 3-year-olds who are starting to enjoy expressing themselves.
Get paper plates, scissors, construction paper, and glue ready.
Prepare the hedgehog bodies in advance, and have the children make cuts around the edge of the paper plate, snipping from the outside toward the inside.
It’s also a good idea to draw guide lines so they can cut along them.
By drawing the hedgehog’s face themselves, each child can create their own original hedgehog.
Giving the hedgehogs names and using them in play can make the activity even more fun.
[Ages 3 and up] Hedgehog made with yarn
Creating hedgehogs with yarn is a craft that captures the gentle feeling of autumn.
Prepare yarn, a hedgehog base, and glue, and let’s get started.
Tasks like sticking on cut pieces of yarn or wrapping yarn help naturally develop thinking skills, such as controlling the tension while wrapping and deciding where to place the yarn when gluing.
Threading yarn through holes makes it easier to experience a sense of accomplishment.
If you prepare a generous variety of yarn types and colors in advance, the added fun of choosing boosts motivation and turns it into an enjoyable crafting activity.