20. Acorn Squirrel Craft
Celebrate the busy woodland squirrels as they gather their winter food supply with this adorable interactive craft. This project encourages children to think about animal behavior and adaptation during the autumn season while combining natural found objects with simple paper construction.
Cut out a cute squirrel silhouette from gray or brown cardstock. Have your child go on a backyard hunt to find real acorns. Help them glue a real acorn between the squirrel’s paper paws, making it look as though the squirrel is clutching its prized harvest. For an extra touch of texture, children can glue a fluffy piece of gray faux fur or crumpled tissue paper to the squirrel’s tail. This craft serves as a wonderful starting point for discussions about how wildlife prepares for the cold winter months ahead.
