Paper Pumpkin Craft for Kids

This printable pumpkin craft comes with four pages so you can choose the version that works best for your child or class. The main version creates a layered pumpkin using curved printable sections. Children can color the pieces, cut them out, arrange the sections, and glue them together to create a rounded pumpkin shape. The printable pack includes:

Print the template on regular printer paper for a quick craft or use cardstock when you want sturdier pieces.

For the best results, print the template at 100% or Actual Size. Avoid scaling the printable to fit unless your printer requires it. Regular white printer paper works well for coloring with crayons or colored pencils. Cardstock is a good choice if children will use markers, paint, or heavier decorations.

Before making a classroom set, print one test page to make sure the pieces are the desired size.

You only need a few basic supplies to make this easy paper craft:

Optional supplies include colored paper, stickers, washable paint, paper scraps, or additional drawing materials for decorating the finished pumpkin.

The finished pumpkin does not have to look exactly like the sample. Encourage children to make their pumpkin their own.

This activity is designed with young children in mind. The large printable shapes make the project easier to manage than asking preschoolers to draw and cut an entire pumpkin from scratch. For younger children:

Kindergarten and early elementary children can usually take more responsibility for the activity. Invite them to:

You can also turn the finished pumpkins into a classroom display.

This easy paper craft works well in classrooms because the supplies are inexpensive and the printable pieces are easy to prepare. Use the activity as:

If you are preparing this craft for a group, print one sample first. Then prepare the class materials by placing the printable pages, crayons, scissors, and glue at each table or activity station. For preschool and kindergarten groups, consider pre-cutting the smallest pieces.

If your child or students enjoyed this pumpkin craft, continue the seasonal fun with our Halloween Activities Printable Mega Bundle. It is a convenient way to add more printable activities to your fall and Halloween plans.