Forget the paintbrushes today! We’re getting a little messy and creative with this acorn marble painting. We all know how much kids love to collect acorns this time of year, so let’s turn that excitement into a creative opportunity. It’s a fantastic sensory activity that’s perfect for a rainy afternoon or quiet morning at the kitchen table. Plus, you can use these paper acorns to decorate your home for fall. Ready to get started? Let’s get started!
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Supplies for Acorn Marble Painting
- Acorn template
- Recycled shoe box, bin or tray
- Marbles
- Tape
- Cardstock
- Scissors
- Glue stick or glue tape
- Cricut (optional)
- Brown paint
Directions
- First, you need to download, print and cut the free acorn template (see supplies). If you have a Cricut, find an acorn image then cut.
- Next, tape the paper acorn inside of a box, plastic bin or tray.
- Add a few drops of brown paint inside of the container with the paper acorn.
- Let your child drop a few marbles inside of the container. Tilt the container to move the marbles around to paint the paper.
- Once your child is finished, carefully remove the acorn then set it aside to dry.
- Finally, glue the cupule (top) onto the paper acorn to complete this craft.
Watch the video below to see how I made this acorn marble painting. Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fun content!
You can find these adorable books about FALL on Amazon (As an Amazon Associate, I’ll earn a commission, at no additional cost to you. This only applies if you click through and make a purchase. Thank you for your support!), your local library or visit your local book shop.
- Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
- Full of Fall by April Pulley Sayre
- Leaf Jumpers by Carole Gerber
- A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner
- The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming
- Awesome Autumn by Bruce Goldstone
- Fallon Favors Fall by Tiffany Obeng
- Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
- We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
- Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak
Check out these FALL digital products from my ETSY shop. Your kids will have a great time with these worksheets.
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