Looking for fall apple crafts for preschoolers?
Try out this fun and easy 3D apple craft for kids!
Fall is almost here, and that means it’s apple season!
This is the perfect time to take the kids to visit the apple orchards.
What better way to celebrate than by making fun and festive apple crafts with your kids?
There are so many different apple craft ideas, but this easy fall craft will make a 3D paper apple that looks like a real apple!
You and your little ones can create a 3D apple that’s perfect for the apple-picking season using construction paper in different colors, popsicle sticks, and a few other materials.
In addition, this easy 3D apple is the perfect craft to make in the classroom with any apple theme during the school year.
It is so simple to make that it is a great pre-K apple craft!
The apple paper craft is a great way to work on fine motor skills practice for younger children in preschool or kindergarten.
It is a great way to let little hands get creative with apple art projects.
3D Apple Craft For Kids
Kids can create a dimensional apple shape perfect for fall using red and green construction paper or cardstock.
This craft is easy and fun to make with a leaf shape cut from green paper and a popsicle stick for the apple stem.
So grab your little ones and get ready for some fall arts and crafts with this fun apple craft!
How To Make A 3D Apple Step-By-Step
Materials:
- Red construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Popsicle stick
- Glue stick
- Scissors
3D Paper Apple Craft Instructions:
Step 1: Start by taking the red construction paper and folding it in half.
Cut a letter “C” shape from the paper while still folded.
When you unfold the paper, you’ll have an apple shape.
Cut out two more apples using the same method and have three shapes.
Use the image to guide you.
Step 2: Take the green construction paper and fold it in half.
Cut out a leaf shape, then unfold the paper to reveal the leaf.
Set the leaf aside.
Step 3: Take one of the apple shapes and apply glue to one side.
Place another apple shape on top of the glued side, making sure to line up the edges.
Then, apply glue to the other side of the apple you just added and place the third apple shape on, again lining up the edges.
Use the image below as guidance.
You should now have a 3D apple.
Step 4: Take the popsicle stick and apply glue to one end.
Attach the green leaf shape to the glued end of the popsicle stick.
Apply glue to the top of the 3D apple and attach the popsicle stick with the leaf to the top.
Hold it in place for a few seconds until the glue dries.
And there you have it, a fun and festive 3D apple craft perfect for the fall season!
Paper Apple Craft
Creating a 3D apple craft with your kids is a great way to get creative and celebrate the fall season.
With its simple design and easy-to-follow instructions, this craft is perfect for younger and older children.
So why not gather your materials and prepare to make fun and festive apple art and crafts with your kids today?
You’ll love the memories you make together while creating this fun and easy 3D apple craft!
For more fall crafts, check out how to make DIY bird feeders from recycled materials and this easy Halloween spider craft!
3D Paper Apple Craft
How to make an easy 3D paper apple craft for kids.
Materials
- Red construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Popsicle stick
- Glue stick
- Scissors
Instructions
- Start by taking the red construction paper and folding it in half. Cut a letter "C" shape from the paper while still folded. When you unfold the paper, you'll have an apple shape. Cut out two more apples using the same method and have three shapes.
- Take the green construction paper and fold it in half. Cut out a leaf shape, then unfold the paper to reveal the leaf. Set the leaf aside.
- Take one of the apple shapes and apply glue to one side. Place another apple shape on top of the glued side, making sure to line up the edges. Then, apply glue to the other side of the apple you just added and place the third apple shape on, again lining up the edges.
- Take the popsicle stick and apply glue to one end. Attach the green leaf shape to the glued end of the popsicle stick. Apply glue to the top of the 3D apple and attach the popsicle stick with the leaf to the top. Hold it in place for a few seconds until the glue dries.