Autumn Art Projects You’ll be Sure to “Fall” in Love With

Autumn is in the air – and a great time to start thinking about projects related to the season such as the changing color and falling of leaves, Halloween, and Thanksgiving.  Read on to learn some creative ways to use everyday household, recycled and natural items – including beautifully colored leaves that will be abundant soon enough (if not already)!

Include Mother Nature

Pinterest is an excellent place to search for fall Art and Science (STEAM) project ideas, and Mother Nature provides a few resources – including leaves, sticks, acorns and pinecones!  Encourage students to explore for these items at home, the park, or school yard once the colors start to change.  Try to incorporate simple earth science discussions by asking “why do leaves change color and fall,” “how does an acorn become an oak tree,” or “what exactly is a pinecone?”

Recycle Items Found at Home

Take a walk around your house – you may be surprised at just what you can find!  Encourage students to do that same; they can start collecting items now so there are enough supplies to go around when it’s project time.  Useful everyday items include paper rolls; facial tissue boxes; baby food jars; milk cartons; plastic bottles or cups; cardboard; newspaper; paper bags; old CDs or DVDs; plastic eating utensils, old toothbrushes and more!

If you’re looking for inspiration for your next art project, check out these autumn, winter, and holiday projects and lesson plans at Classroom Direct:

Halloween Characters	Boo! Puppets	Beware! Bat Cave
Leaf Motif Frame	Leaf Catcher	Maple Leaf Silhouettes
Winter Snow Globe	Bright Holiday Ornaments	Paper Bag Ornaments

Do you have additional outdoor or household items to recommend for fall or holiday masterpieces? Please share them with us!