Apples, leaves, and turkeys- oh my!
Get ready to spark your toddler’s creativity with our November-themed crafts. As the leaves fall and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to engage your little one in hands-on artistic adventures.
From adorable turkeys to leafy masterpieces, these November-themed crafts are designed to captivate your toddler’s imagination and provide a delightful way to celebrate the season.
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Apple Stamping
Transform ordinary apples into festive stamps for a delightful autumn-inspired art activity, creating beautiful prints with vibrant fall colors. This guide from The ABCs of Motherhood has a genius handle on the apple!

Pumpkin Playdough
Engage your little one in sensory play with homemade pumpkin-scented playdough, fostering creativity and tactile exploration. I love making homemade playdough because it is softer, cheaper, and lasts longer! This recipe from Kids Activity Zone is edible, too!

Hand Print Turkey
A November classic! Capture precious memories with a craft that combines handprints and autumn leaves, as your toddler creates an adorable turkey masterpiece.
Here’s a Turkey Handprint Printable from Teaching Mama.

Acorn Painting
Turn nature’s treasures into paintbrushes by using acorns, providing a unique and textured approach to creating autumn-themed artwork.
Here’s an example from Nature Inspired Learning.

Gratitude Tree
Foster an attitude of thankfulness with a Gratitude Tree craft, where each leaf represents something your toddler is thankful for, creating a beautiful display of gratitude.
Here’s a printable from Rhythms of Play!

Autumn Walk Collage
Bring the outdoors inside with an Autumn Walk Collage, as your toddler collects and arranges leaves, twigs, and other nature finds into a delightful masterpiece.

Pinecone Owls
Spark creativity by transforming pinecones into charming owls, complete with googly eyes and felt features, making for an adorable fall-themed crafting experience.
Here are some instructions on how to make your own pinecone owls!

Turkey Finger Painting
Combine the joy of finger painting with the excitement of creating turkeys, allowing your toddler to express their creativity in a fun and messy way.

Fall Leaves
Explore the beauty of fall leaves with various crafts, from simple leaf rubbings to intricate collages, celebrating the vibrant colors of the season.
I love these adorable leaf hedgehogs! I couldn’t find a blog to credit on Pinterest, if you know who’s image this is, let me know!

Corn on the Cob Painting
Turn a favorite fall treat into a unique painting tool, as your toddler dips corn on the cob in paint to create a textured and fun masterpiece. Here’s an example from Natural Beach Living.

Craft Kits
If you’re not a DIY-er or are short on time, these craft kits are a great alternative!
They also make great gifts.
What do you think of these crafts? Are you an apple painting or hand turkey kind of person?
Let me know below!
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