This L is for Leaf Craft is perfect for preschool fun! It’s not only a great hands-on activity for kids, but it also helps to reinforce Letter L learning. Pair this with some of my other fall activities and ideas, and you’ve got quite an educational experience ahead!

Gather the simple supplies needed and get started on this fun fall activity. The kids will have a blast with this creative idea! (and there are actually two fun ideas for the kids to do in this one post!)

This hands-on activity pairs so well with our alphabet printables for letting recognition and reinforcement. I love learning and creativity!

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What is the learning benefit of this L is for Leaf Craft?

This craft helps kids connect letters with real-world objects, reinforcing letter recognition while building fine motor skills through cutting, gluing, and arranging leaves.

It also sparks creativity and introduces early science concepts related to nature and the seasons.

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Supplies Needed:

All you need are a few simple supplies to get started!

Scraps of yellow, red, and orange construction paper
Brown construction paper
Glue Sticks or Modge Podge
Leaves (real leaves can be optional, as you can cut out and make your own leaves from the construction paper, too)

Fun Ways to Expand this Leaf Craft:

I love adding more themed learning activities for kids! Once they’re working on the leaf activity, here are some other ideas to keep that learning fun going!

L is for Leaf Prints

Dip real leaves in paint and press them onto paper to make colorful prints around the letter L. Kids love the stamping effect, and it adds a sensory twist.

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It’s a great way to show them that you can use a variety of objects from nature and around the house to be creative!

L is for Leaf Sorting

Gather different types of leaves (big, small, smooth, bumpy) and have kids sort them before choosing some for their craft. This adds science and early math skills.

They can also describe the leaves based on texture, size, and color. It’s a fun and easy way to work on communication skills!

L is for Leaf Crown

After making the letter craft, help kids create a simple crown by taping or gluing leaves to a strip of paper. They can wear it while proudly saying, “L is for Leaf!”

I love this activity because it works on fine motor skills and gives them something to wear once they’re done!

More Preschool Fun and Activities

Keep the learning going with these preschool ideas and activities! They’re perfect for early learners – and they won’t even realize that they’re educational!

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