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The Science Behind It

This craft offers an opportunity to explore the natural world and the changes that occur during the fall season. Pinecones are actually the reproductive structures of pine trees, which protect the seeds until they’re ready to be released. By decorating pinecones, children get a chance to learn about nature’s processes while creating something beautiful for the season.

Educational Value

• Fine Motor Skills Painting, cutting, and gluing help develop fine motor coordination.
• Creativity: Children can experiment with different colors and designs to personalize their pinecones.
• Nature Exploration Learn about trees, seeds, and how nature prepares for the colder months.
• Patterns and Colors Explore the vibrant colors of fall and how they change in nature.

Have a Chat

Here are some things you can chat about while making your turkey:

• Tell me a story about this turkey!
• What do you notice about the trees and leaves as we move into autumn?
• What are you thankful for this year?

Variations

• Add more texture by gluing fabric, feathers, or beads to the pinecone.
• Write the things you are thankful for on each feather.
• Create a pinecone garland by stringing multiple pinecones together with twine.
• Use glitter paint to add some sparkle to the feathers.
• Make a whole pinecone family by using different sizes of pinecones and giving each one a unique personality!