If you’re searching for a simple, mess-free fall activity that will keep kids busy, this torn paper acorn craft is perfect. Smaller children will have the chance to work on their fine motor skills while also having fun. Additionally, tearing paper is such an awesome sensory experience for kids, and there’s no right or wrong way to do it. Every acorn will turn out unique. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver or teacher looking for a low-prep fall craft, this one is guaranteed to make everyone happy. I made sure to include a free printable acorn template to make this activity super easy for everyone.
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Supplies for Torn Paper Acorn Craft
- Acorn template
- Scissors
- Cardstock (two different shades of brown & white)
- Glue stick
Directions
- Start by downloading the free acorn template. Then, print it on white cardstock. It will hold up better than regular printer paper.
- Next, let your kids tear the two shades of brown cardstock into small pieces. Use the darker brown for the acorn top and the lighter brown for the bottom.
- Apply glue generously inside of the outline of the acorn. Have your kids press the torn cardstock pieces down, overlapping them slightly to cover all the white space. Put the darker shade on top for the cupule and the lighter brown shade on the bottom for the pericarp.
- Finally, once the glue dries, you can cut out the finished acorn to hang up around your home or in the classroom.
Watch the video below to see how I made this torn paper acorn craft to celebrate fall. Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fun content!
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- 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
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