Celebrate the beauty of fall with this fun and easy Autumn Tree Leaves Craft for kids! It’s a perfect seasonal project that combines creativity, sensory play, and nature exploration. Using our free PDF printable tree trunk template, children can create their own colorful autumn tree using real dried leaves.
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- Materials Needed
- How to Make the Craft
- Print the Template:
- Color the Tree Trunk:
- Prepare the Leaves:
- Glue the Leaves:
- Add Fallen Leaves:
- Finishing Touches:
- Benefits of This Craft
- Where to Use It
- Download the free PDF printable template and let your kids bring the beauty of fall indoors with this simple, nature-inspired craft!
Materials Needed
- free PDF tree trunk template
- white or colored paper (yellow works great)
- colored pencils, markers, or paints
- scissors
- glue stick or liquid glue
- dried autumn leaves (various colors)
- cardboard or cardstock (optional, for backing)
How to Make the Craft
Print the Template:
Download and print the free tree trunk template on white or colored paper. We chose yellow paper because it perfectly matches the warm colors of autumn.
Color the Tree Trunk:
Use colored pencils, markers, or paints to color the tree trunk and branches. Brown shades work best to give it a natural look.
Prepare the Leaves:
Collect some dried autumn leaves in various shades of yellow, orange, red, and green. Tear or cut them into small pieces — this will help create a realistic, textured tree crown.
Glue the Leaves:
Apply glue generously on the tree’s branches and the space around them. Carefully attach the pieces of leaves to form a beautiful, full crown.
Add Fallen Leaves:
Spread glue around the base of the tree and sprinkle more leaf pieces to show fallen leaves, just like in nature.
Finishing Touches:
Trim the top and bottom edges of the paper to make it square. For extra durability, glue your finished tree onto a piece of sturdy cardstock.
Your Autumn Tree Craft is now ready! You can hang it on a wall, display it on the refrigerator, or gift it to a beloved grandmother or mom — it’s a wonderful handmade decoration that captures the magic of fall.
Benefits of This Craft
Creating the Autumn Tree Leaves Craft helps children:
- Develop fine motor skills through cutting, tearing, and gluing.
- Learn about the changing seasons and the beauty of fall foliage.
- Enhance creativity and self-expression by combining natural materials with art.
- Practice patience and focus during the crafting process.
Where to Use It
This project is ideal for:
- Preschools and classrooms as a fall-themed art activity.
- Home craft time with parents or grandparents.
- Nature lessons to teach kids about trees and seasonal changes.
- Autumn decorations for walls, bulletin boards, or home displays.
