Looking for a fun and creative autumn activity for kids? Try this vibrant and engaging Apple Tree Paper Craft using our free PDF printable template! This craft is perfect for preschoolers and young children and helps develop fine motor skills, creativity, and color recognition.
- What’s Included in the Free Template:
- Instructions:
- Print the Templates
- Color the Tree and Apples
- Prepare the Green Paper Strips
- Assemble the Crown
- Cut Out the Tree
- Add Apples
- Display Your Artwork
- Why You’ll Love This Craft:
- Download the free printable template and start crafting your very own 3D Apple Tree today!
What’s Included in the Free Template:
- A tree trunk with branches inside a circle
- A set of apples
- A template with evenly spaced cutting lines for green strips (to create the tree’s foliage)
Get your free printables at the bottom of this post
Instructions:
Print the Templates
Download and print the templates on thick white paper or cardstock for durability.
Color the Tree and Apples
Use colored pencils, markers, or paints to color the tree trunk and apples. Let your kids have fun choosing their own color combinations!
Prepare the Green Paper Strips
Use green double-sided colored paper to create the apple tree’s crown.
Place the stripes template on top of a green paper sheet and secure it with paper clips.
Carefully cut along the lines to get thin, even strips.
Assemble the Crown
Start gluing the green strips around the top of the tree trunk to mimic leaves.
Gently curl each strip into a spiral shape and glue the ends to the tree. This creates a lush, 3D effect for the tree canopy.
Cut Out the Tree
Сarefully cut around the circular tree shape.
Add Apples
Cut out the colored apples and glue them onto the green leafy crown.
You can also add a few apples to the bottom of the tree trunk to show that some have fallen.
Display Your Artwork
For extra sturdiness, glue the finished tree onto a piece of sturdy cardboard.
Hang the finished apple tree craft on a wall, bulletin board, or fridge to brighten up your space with a handmade seasonal decoration.
Why You’ll Love This Craft:
- Educational and fun
- Free and easy to print
- Great for fall activities, apple unit studies, or classroom decorations
