Autumn Activities for Kids
As the leaves begin to change colour and the air turns crisp, autumn invites us to explore its vibrant beauty.
Autumn offers endless opportunities for kids, adventure, learning, and creativity. Whether it’s jumping into piles of leaves, crafting with nature’s treasures, or indulging in cosy seasonal treats.
In this post, we’ve gathered a variety of autumn activities for kids that are not only fun but also encourage exploration, imagination, and a love for nature.
So, grab your best Sunshine Follows You outfit and lets get exploring!
- Conker noughts and crosses!
Collect 12 conkers and draw an equal number with noughts and crosses, leaving them to dry. Then grab your chalk, draw the board and get playing!
Kids love this activity; best of all, you can plant the conkers when you are finished playing with them.
You can check out our video for this activity here.
2. Autumn Pumpkin Pie
My two little helpers love getting involved in making sweet treats, and this pumpkin pie recipe is both easy and delicious. This cosy, homemade dessert doesn’t require hours of prep, and the best part? It sneaks some pumpkin into their diet without them even noticing! 🎃🎃
3. Who doesn't love some cosy reads on Autumn days.
Whether you're hoping to ignite the magic of autumn in your little ones or add some spooky Halloween fun, we’ve got a fantastic selection of books for you.
Over the years, we've collected our favourite autumn stories that bring warmth to chilly days and a playful dash of Halloween excitement.
From charming tales of fall adventures to gentle frights just right for younger readers, these books have become cherished parts of our family traditions, and we’re thrilled to share them with you.
You can find out list of Autumn and Halloween recommended reads here.
4. The leaf hedgehog
Are you looking for a fun and easy autumn craft inspired by nature? Let's make a cute leaf hedgehog! It's a perfect activity for kids during the autumn season.
This delightful little hedgehog is an ideal project to do after a nature walk, a visit to the park, or even a quick trip outdoors. All you need are some autumn leaves, paper, glue and a sprinkle of creativity. This simple craft not only encourages creativity but also offers a fun way to explore and enjoy the beauty of autumn.
As you gather leaves for your hedgehog, you can talk about the variety of shapes and colours you find, making this craft both fun and educational!
Click here for full step by step instruction and our leaf hedgehog template.