This inside a pumpkin craft is a simple and creative way to enjoy both fall and holiday fun with kids.
Autumn and Halloween are such amazing times of year for children and adults. This DIY craft made with paper plates and paint is perfect for decorations and more. With just a few supplies, your kids can easily create a pumpkin craft that you’ll love!
I’m sharing step-by-step instructions plus ideas on how to use and share this activity. This craft featuring a pumpkin is sure to be an educational hit in any classroom or home setting!
Enjoy a Cute DIY Craft as Part of Your Fall Fun
Need a simple and fun fall or Halloween activity to enjoy with your kids? Maybe you’d like frugal way to boost your autumn and Halloween decorations? Or perhaps you’d like an interactive craft to engage your kids in screen-free activities?
Well, this creative inside of a pumpkin craft is perfect for all of those things and more!
I have SO many things that I love about homeschooling. One of my favorite things is being able to take one theme (like pumpkins) and extending it into a whole bunch of fun learning activities!
Pumpkins are ideal for fall AND Halloween fun. My boys and I have had a blast going to a pumpkin patch, as well as growing our own pumpkins in our backyard. We’ve sprouted pumpkin seeds, planted the seedlings, and watched these fascinating plants grow. Then, the joy of seeing a pumpkin flower transform into a pumpkin!!
Our pumpkin adventures have always included reading, science, math, writing, and more. Pumpkins can be the topic of a brilliant unit study. And this inside a pumpkin craft is a delightful addition!
Suggested Supplies for This Pumpkin Craft
I love how this craft for kids only uses a few materials. Plus, the completed creation is adorable!
I recommend that you have these common supplies ready to go so you’ll be all set for craft fun with kids:
- Paper plates
- Orange paint
- Paint brush (or sponge brush)
- Orange and brown construction paper
- Pumpkin seeds
- Scissors
- Glue
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How to Make This Inside a Pumpkin Craft
01
Prepare the paper plate
Paint the whole paper plate orange. You can add some touches of yellow, brown, or green if you’d like add a bit of texture or variation.
02
Cut top and bottom of pumpkin pieces
After the plate has dried, cut a zig-zag pattern across the pumpkin near the top.
03
Add pumpkin stem
Cut a small rectangle out of the brown construction paper and glue it to the back of the pumpkin for the stem.
04
Add construction paper
Cut the orange construction paper in half and glue the two pieces of the paper plate to it. Glue the bottom piece straight across and the top piece at an angle.
When gluing the pumpkin pieces, ensure the top touches the bottom on one corner, as if the pumpkin is opening up.
05
Trim off excess paper
Trim off the excess construction paper. You could save the extra pieces and use for leaves or tendrils.
06
Add seeds
Glue the pumpkin seeds to the construction paper.
Option: Instead of gluing the bottom and top of the paper plate pumpkin craft, you could use a brad so it moves!
More Cool Ways to Have Pumpkin Fun
If you’d like to extend your fun with pumpkins (especially the science and anatomy of a pumpkin, I recommend that you use a variety of resources. Books, games, and accessories are the way to go. Here are some materials that we like:
Seed, Sprout, Pumpkin, Pie (Picture the Seasons)The Pumpkin BookToo Many PumpkinsThe Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin (The Holiday Hill Farm® Book Series)Pumpkin Circle: The Story of a GardenMagnetic Blocks-Build Mine Magnet World Pumpkin Edition Kids Games Toys for Boys Girls 3+ Years Old Magnetic STEM Construction Toys Ages 4-6 6-8 5-7 for Halloween Birthday GiftsGame Factory 646253 Pumpkin Punch, The Lightning-Fast Reaction Game for Friends and Family, Card Game, Board Game, from 6 Years480 Pcs Pumpkin Stickers for Kids Fall Thanksgiving Autumn Stickers Farmhouse Rustic Pumpkin Stickers Buffalo Plaid Pumpkins Stickers for Fall Thanksgiving Party Classroom Decor (Fresh Style)Whaline 1000Pcs Pumpkins Stickers for Kids Thanksgiving Fall Cute Pumpkins Stickers with Funny Expressions Cartoon Pumpkin Shape Adhesive Stickers for Autumn Thanksgiving Party Supplies, 8 Design
Ideas for Making and Using Your DIY Pumpkin Craft
This simple inside a pumpkin craft can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It’s delightful for both fall and Halloween fun. Here are a few ideas to make and use with your students:
Easily customize your pumpkins by using markers or glitter glue. Also, you can add as many pumpkin seeds as you like. Use yarn if you’d like a “pumpkin guts” effect (like my boys do).
Display your crafts as decorations by featuring the inside of a pumpkin on frequently viewed areas, like a hallway, bulletin board, refrigerator, or wall.
Pair this cool craft with pumpkin science experiments.
⭐ I hope you and your kids have a ton of fun with this inside a pumpkin craft! What ideas do you have for making and using these crafts? I’d love to hear about your experiences – please share in the comments area at the bottom of this post.
