🎃 Pumpkin Picking: Fun, Learning, and Family Moments That Matter
As the air turns cooler and the trees burst into colour, the magic of autumn begins—and Halloween fun isn’t far behind!
While a visit to a pumpkin patch is a lovely autumn tradition, the joy of pumpkins doesn’t have to begin and end there! Whether you’re picking your pumpkin from a local shop, market stall, or even just getting creative with paper and paint.
Pumpkins + Play = Learning Magic 🎨🧠
Pumpkins and pumpkin crafts are a brilliant way to explore learning through fun, hands-on activities. Here are just a few ways your child can learn and grow using pumpkins.
🧮 Pumpkin Maths
- Count how many lines or bumps your pumpkin has
- Compare big and small pumpkins
- Create patterns or practice sorting with different coloured paper pumpkins
🎨 Pumpkin Crafts
- Paint or decorate your pumpkin with recycled materials
- Make a paper pumpkin garland
- Use orange and green playdough to sculpt your own patch
- Draw your own on paper or cardboard
- Cut out pumpkin shapes from magazines, felt, or cereal boxes
🌱 Sensory Fun
- Explore the texture of pumpkin seeds or create a “pumpkin potion” with water, leaves, and natural bits from the garden
- Try pumpkin spice playdough or autumn-scented rice tubs for extra sensory play
Learning at Home, Together 🏠💛
At FYT, we believe learning starts at home with everyday moments that spark wonder. Whether it’s pumpkins, puddles, or paint we’re here to celebrate the little things that make a big difference in a child’s development. 🎃✨
