Just in time for fall, kids of all ages will love this easy paper apple craft. This simple craft includes a free printable template, making it perfect for home or school.
Tonight at dinner I sighed, “Watermelon season is almost over.”
“But Mommy,” my oldest son started, “when watermelon season is over, that means it’s apple season. You like apples, don’t you?”
“I do. I do like apples. But I really, really love watermelon.”
“Speaking of apples,” my husband interrupted, “we need to find a new apple farm.”
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Easy Paper Apple Craft for Kids
You see, one month ago we moved to a new city. And if you’ve ever moved before, you know exactly what we are going through. Getting the kids adjusted to their new school…unpacking (ugh)…and trying to find our new favorite places.
So until we find our new favorite apple farm, we will keep a bowl of these colorful paper strip apples on the table. Not quite edible, but oh, so darling!
Supplies Needed for the Paper Strip Apple Craft
Before you start this easy fall craft, make sure you’ve got all the right supplies!
- Paper Strip Apple Template
- Red, yellow, dark green, and light green cardstock
- Single hole punch
- Scissors
- Brass fasteners (2/apple)
Paper Apple Craft Directions
This engaging craft activity is perfect for children of all ages. Follow the step-by-step directions below to learn how to make it.
STEP 1: Download and print the paper apple craft template. Our apple template is available in our Teachers Pay Teachers shop for free! We printed the templates on colored card stock, but you can also print them on white paper and invite kids to color in their apples and leaves with crayons or markers.
STEP 2: Cut out the templates. We used 6 rectangular strips and 1 leaf/apple. If you want your apple to have more solid coverage, simply use more paper strips.
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STEP 3: Punch the holes. Invite kids to punch a hole on both ends of the paper strips with the single hole punch. They should also punch 1 hole at the end of every leaf.
STEP 4: Put together the craft. Stack 6 paper strips with the ink side facing down. Push a brass fastener through each end, being sure to add a leaf to one side. Secure the fasteners.
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STEP 5: Shape the apple. Gently bend the stack of papers and separate each strip to form a sphere.
STEP 6: Enjoy your craft! Your paper apple craft is complete! Carefully tug the paper strips until you are satisfied with their appearance.
My kids made apple after apple. They filled up an entire bowl and it looks lovely resting on our kitchen table. Aren’t they pretty?
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Take it Further
Shared below are some extension ideas for home or school.
- Visit an apple farm to go apple picking.
- Read a book about apples.
- Wrap a piece of twine around the brass fastener to make an ornament and hang the apple on a hook or your Christmas tree.
- Make a paper apple for your teacher!
- Pair this craft with a cozy fall apple treat, such as homemade Apple Crisp.
- Sort, count, and graph the apples.
More Apple Crafts for Kids
Looking for more ideas? You may enjoy these ideas:
- Apple Hedgehog Craft
- Apple Glitter Jars
- Scrap Ribbon Apple Suncatchers
- Melted Bead Suncatcher Craft
- Popsicle Stick Apple Craft
- Pine Cone Apple Craft
- Felt Apple Craft
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Paper Apple Craft
Just in time for fall, kids of all ages will love this easy paper apple craft. This simple craft includes a free printable template, making it perfect for home or school.
Materials
- Paper strip apple template
- Red, yellow, dark green, and light green computer paper (we prefer card stock)
- Single hole punch
- 2 brass fasteners/apple
Tools
- Scissors
Instructions
- Download and print the paper apple craft template. We printed the templates on colored card stock, but you can also print them on white paper and invite kids to color in their apples and leaves with crayons or markers.
- Next, cut out the templates. We used 6 rectangular strips and 1 leaf/apple. If you want your apple to have more solid coverage, simply use more paper strips.
- Invite kids to punch a hole on both ends of the paper strips with the single hole punch. They should also punch 1 hole at the end of every leaf.
- Stack 6 paper strips with the ink side facing down. Push a brass fastener through each end, being sure to add a leaf to one side. Secure the fasteners.
- Gently bend the stack of papers and separate each strip to form a sphere.
- Carefully tug the paper strips until you are satisfied with their appearance.
Malini@lakesandlattes says
Cute idea! We’re planning on going apple picking when our favorites are ripe – this would be a fun thing to do while we wait!
Lindsay says
I’m going to show the kids after school. I bet they will want to make these.
Shannon says
This is adorable! I should try this with my students!
Erin J. says
This is so cute for back to school!!!
Helen says
My kids will love this! Thank you!
Melissa Lennig says
You are most welcome. Thanks for stopping by!
Mary from Mission to Save says
Very cute craft! And as for the new apple picking farm… hands down, try Lynd Farm just outside of Columbus. It’s definitely our fave. And I would say probably the one most people will recommend. Welcome to Cbus!
Melissa Lennig says
Thank you! We really need the recommendation!
Ann says
Really cute idea! Can’t choose a fave… I like both! I’ll be sure to share your post in an upcoming newsletter.
Carolyn Washington says
Cute apples! I can’t find the free template.
Melissa Lennig says
Hi Carolyn! It’s included in the list of supplies. Thanks!
Louella S says
I like your ideas and I was going to copy more of some of them to hand out to teachers at our Teachers’ Night Out at my work, but then I saw the copy right on your printables and I wasn’t sure if I may do that after all.Would you email me a reply on that ?
Thank you!