Are you looking for an easy apple craft to do with your kids? This free printable Preschool Apple Craft is a fun way for little ones to color, cut, and glue while creating their very own apple character. It’s an apple-themed craft that blends creativity with learning, and kids will love showing off their finished creations.
Building a thematic unit about apples? You may enjoy adding our Paper Plate Apple Core Craft or our Apple Tree Craft into it!
Apple Craft for Preschoolers
Cut and paste crafts are some of my favorite activities to do with toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners because they’re simple, hands-on, and packed with learning opportunities. With this apple craft, kids get to practice fine motor skills as they color, cut, and glue the pieces together. Kids will love adding details like eyes, stems, and leaves, and parents and teachers will love that it builds important early learning skills.
Why You’ll Love This Craft
This simple apple craft is a favorite for so many reasons:
- Builds fine motor skills: Cutting, coloring, and gluing help little hands strengthen coordination.
- Hands-on learning: Kids explore colors, shapes, and creativity while making their apple character.
- Minimal prep: Everything is included with a free template—no prep stress!
- Flexible activity: Works well with fall activities, apple trees, or alphabet studies.
- Fun for toddlers and preschoolers: Designed for little hands, this September craft keeps kids engaged and happy.
Supplies Needed for Cut and Paste Apple Craft
Before you get started, make sure you have everything you need:
- Apple Printable
- White cardstock
- Crayons, markers, or paint – red, yellow, green, and brown
- Glue stick
- Scissors
Directions for Preschool Apple Craft
This printable craft is designed to be easy for preschoolers to follow with a little guidance. Here’s how to put it together:
STEP 1: Print the template. Download and print the free apple template on white cardstock. Our pattern boasts thick lines which are easier for toddlers and preschoolers to cut.
STEP 2: Add color. Use crayons, markers, or paint to color the apple. We used our favorite Crayola Washable Paint. Use whatever colors inspire you!
STEP 3: Cut the pieces. Invite your child to cut out the pieces. Toddlers may need extra help with this step.
STEP 4: Glue it together. Use a glue stick to attach the stem, leaf, reflection, eyes, and cheeks to the apple. Now you have a fun little apple friend!
Take It Further
This apple themed craft can be used in so many fun ways beyond the basic activity. Try one of these simple extensions:
- Apple tree craft: Print several apples and glue them onto a large paper tree. Perfect for classroom doors or bulletin boards!
- Sorting and learning: Make apples in red, yellow, and green, then invite kids to sort them by color.
- Counting practice: Number each apple’s leaf and line them up in order.
- Storytelling: Encourage kids to give their apple character a name and tell a story.
- Fine motor boost: Tear tissue paper into small pieces and glue it on top of the apple for added texture.
- Make it a card: Print two copies and cut out one extra apple shape—don’t decorate it. Staple it behind the decorated apple to make a fall card.
- Pair this craft with a book: Try Apples, Apples, Apples by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace.
More Crafts for Preschoolers
If your little one enjoyed this apple craft, they’ll love trying more color, cut, and glue crafts. These simple activities use basic materials, build fine motor skills, and keep kids engaged. Here are a few fun ideas to try next:
- Paper Jack-O’-Lantern Craft – A seasonal favorite that’s just as easy and fun as apples.
- Preschool Ghost Craft – A simple Halloween activity with a free template.
- Preschool Bat Craft – Kids will love making a flapping bat hand puppet for Halloween.
- Frankenstein Craft – A not-so-spooky project that’s perfect for preschool Halloween fun.
- Printable Christmas Star Craft – A festive project for winter that’s perfect for little hands.
- Heart Tree Craft for Valentine’s Day – A sweet Valentine’s Day activity with paper hearts and a tree template.
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