Pumpkin Paper Plate Craft
Are you looking for a fun pumpkin craft to add to your preschool pumpkin theme? Try this simple pumpkin paper plate craft. It’s perfect for preschoolers.
I love making pumpkin crafts in October. And, it doesn’t get any easier than this paper plate craft.
With just a few supplies you’ve probably got in your craft closet already, preschoolers and kindergarteners can whip up this paper plate pumpkin in no time.
Pumpkin Paper Plate Craft
You won’t believe how easy it is to make this preschool craft. In just a few minutes, you can have a super simple pumpkin craft to display.
What You’ll Need
- Large white paper plate
- Orange craft paint
- Brown construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Green ribbon
- Glue (or hot glue gun)
- Paint brush
- Scissors
What You’ll Do
Have your children start this craft by painting the paper plate orange. Set the plate to the side to dry. Once it’s dry, apply another coat of paint if desired. Set aside again to dry completely.
Cut a brown stem out of the brown construction paper.
Cut a green leaf out of the green construction paper.
Turn the paper plate over to the back and glue the stem on. Allow to dry.
Turn the paper plate over to the front and glue the leaf next to the stem.
Cut the ribbon into a 4-6 inch piece.
Turn the paper plate to the back and glue the ribbon to the back. Once dry, you can use a strong piece of tape to make sure the ribbon stays secure on the paper plate. Use scissor technique to curl the ribbon.
Display the pumpkin paper plate craft!
PRESCHOOL BOOKS ABOUT PUMPKINS
Fill your book basket with a great collection of pumpkin books for kids. Most of these books can be found at your local library or used bookstore.
If you have a hard time finding them, you can order them through my Amazon affiliate links by clicking the images below.
The Run-Away Pumpkin – On a windy autumn day, Marla Little comes running down the hill, yelling, “Help! My giant pumpkin is rolling away! Onward it goes, rolling and turning, with no sign of stopping! Diddle-dee-doo! Oh, what shall I do?”
How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? – Mr. Tiffin and his students explore skip counting and estimation in a fun pumpkin-themed classroom experiment!
The Pumpkin Book – The book features bold, clearly-labeled illustrations, directions for drying seeds, and even how to carve funny or scary faces into your pumpkin (with an adult’s help), along with a fascinating section on pumpkin facts and lore. Perfect for aspiring farmers and kids who can’t wait for Halloween!
More Pumpkin Fun for Preschoolers
If you’re looking for more pumpkin fun for your preschoolers, be sure to check out these activities:
- Pumpkin Preschool Math
- Life Cycle of a Pumpkin Printable
- Biscuit Visits the Pumpkin Patch Book Companion
Teaching Resources
Learn all about the parts of a pumpkin. How do they work? What do they do? This parts of a pumpkin felt board set is simple enough for preschoolers and detailed enough for use within homeschool or early elementary classrooms.
Provide your preschooler with hours of Halloween fun with the 5 Little Pumpkins Sensory Bin!
Pumpkin Paper Plate Craft
Are you looking for a fun pumpkin craft to add to your preschool pumpkin theme? Try this simple pumpkin paper plate craft. It’s perfect for preschoolers.
Materials
- Large white paper plate
- Orange craft paint
- Brown construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Green ribbon
Tools
- Glue (or hot glue gun)
- Paint brush
- Scissors
Instructions
Paint the paper plate orange. Set aside to dry. Once dry,
apply another coat if desired. Set aside to dry completely.
Cut a brown stem out of the brown construction paper.
Cut a green leaf out of the green construction paper.
Turn the paper plate over to the back and glue the stem on. Allow to dry.
Turn the paper plate over to the front and glue the leaf
next to the stem.
Cut the ribbon into a 4-6 inch piece.
Turn the paper plate to the back and glue the ribbon to the back. Once dry, you can use a strong piece of tape to make sure the ribbon stays secure on the paper plate. Use scissor technique to curl the ribbon.
Display the pumpkin paper plate craft!
Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.