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Fall is in the air, and that means it’s the perfect time to plan your pumpkin patch field trip! If a trip isn’t possible, bring the pumpkin fun to your classroom instead. Pumpkins are a fantastic way to explore hands-on STEM and sensory learning — from measuring and counting seeds to observing textures, shapes, and sizes.
✨ Sensory Pumpkin Activity for a creative, mess-free way to engage your preschoolers! You can find it on our Instagram: @childcareed — it’s full of ideas that make fall learning exciting and tactile.
📚 Book Recommendation:
“Pumpkin Circle: The Story of a Garden” by George Levenson
This beautifully photographed book takes children through the life cycle of a pumpkin — from seed to sprout to jack-o’-lantern! It’s the perfect mix of science and seasonal fun for preschoolers.
🧡 Classroom Pumpkin Center Idea:
Set up a Pumpkin Investigation Station!
Provide magnifying glasses, scales, measuring tapes, and plastic tweezers. Let your little scientists explore the inside and outside of pumpkins — guessing weights, counting ribs, and even testing which pumpkins float or sink! It’s a wonderful way to build observation skills and curiosity through play.
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