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Tuesday, May 17, 2022 by Bee Lance | STEM

Looking for STEM activities for elementary students to do in Fall? These STEM-based activities are perfect for kids and teens who love the fall season. They’ll get them thinking, creating, tinkering, and problem-solving all while enjoying the changing leaves! These are great educational activities that you can do with your child at home. You don’t need to be a teacher or send your child to school to implement these awesome activities. Just print out these PDFs and you are good to go!

Printable STEM Activities for Elementary Students

You can print these activities and make them part of your next fall-themed STEM activity or you can use them as a fun fall school project.

You can also use it as a fall science fair project. Many kids will choose to do a science fair project on plants. These activities are perfect for that!

You can even use these activities as a fall party activity! They are great for groups of kids.

These activities are great for fall birthday parties, too!

These activities are great for homeschoolers. You can use them as a fall unit study or as a fall science fair project.

You can also use these activities as a fall art project. Many kids will choose to do a fall art project. These activities are perfect for that!

You can even use these activities as a fall reading project. They are great for reading groups of kids.

Leaf Rubbing

If your child has never tried a rubbing activity, now may be the time to introduce it. This particular activity is perfect for the fall season. What You’ll Need: For this fall STEM activity, you’ll need a large piece of paper, a pencil, and a leaf. First, you should lay the paper down on a table or other flat surface. Next, you should place the leaf, glossy side up, on the paper. After that, have your child rub the pencil across the leaf. What You’ll See: As your child rubs the leaf with the pencil, they should see the paper darken. This is proof that their rubbing technique is working. What You’ll Do Next: Once your child has finished rubbing the leaf onto the paper, they can lift it up and look at the results. They can then use the paper as a decoration throughout the house.

Leaf Collage

For this fall STEM activity, you’ll need a large piece of paper, a few fall leaves, a pair of scissors, and a stapler. First, you should have your child collect several fallen leaves. They should then cut out the different shapes that they see on the leaves. Next, your child can use the scissors to cut a piece of paper to their desired size. Finally, your child can use the leaves to decorate the paper and then staple it to the paper. What You’ll See: When your child is finished with this STEM activity, they’ll have a colorful fall collage. What You’ll Do Next: Your child can use the fall STEM collage as a decoration or a piece of art.

Leaf Drying and Storing Activity

For this STEM activity, you’ll need a few fallen leaves and a sheet of paper. First, you should have your child collect a few fallen leaves. They should then lay the paper out and place the leaves on top of it. Next, you should put the paper, with the leaves on top, in a place where it will be dry and out of direct sunlight. What You’ll See: After a few days, your child will notice that the leaves are becoming dry. What You’ll Do Next: Your child can keep these leaves in a bag and pull them out during the rest of the fall season. They can use them to decorate crafts or table settings for fall.

Leaf Marble Races Activity

For this STEM activity, you’ll need a handful of fall leaves, some marbles, and a container. First, you should have your child collect a few fallen leaves. They should then put a marble in each one. Next, your child can use the container to line the inside with leaves. Finally, your child can shake up the container. What You’ll See: As your child shakes up the container, the marbles will fall out of the leaves and onto the ground. What You’ll Do Next: Your child can use their STEM marble racers as a decoration or a fun game to play with friends and family.

Printable Fall STEM Activities for Students

If your child is just beginning their interest in STEM, you may want to try some of these printable fall STEM activities. They are great for younger children and will help them to start developing their skills and interests.

They are perfect for early elementary aged kids. They are also great for homeschoolers or as a fall birthday party activity!

If your child has more experience with STEM and wants something more challenging, you may want to try the other STEM activities on this list. They are great for older kids and teens who have a more in-depth knowledge of STEM.

Stem-Based Pumpkin Carving Activity for Students

For this STEM carvings activity, you’ll need a pumpkin, a carving tool, and a few pieces of paper. First, you should have your child select their pumpkin. They should then use their carving tool to create the pattern they want on the pumpkin. Next, your child can use the pieces of paper to draw a pattern they want to carve on the pumpkin. Finally, your child can use the carving tool to carve their pattern on the pumpkin. What You’ll See: When your child is finished carving their pumpkin, it will have two patterns carved into it. What You’ll Do Next: Your child can use the carvings as decoration for their home or as a fun fall party activity.

Stem-Based Leaf Craft for Students

If your child is just beginning their interest in STEM, you may want to try some of these STEM craft activities. They are great for younger children and will help them to start developing their skills and interests.

They are also great as a fall birthday party activity or as a fall school project!

If your child has more experience with STEM and wants something more challenging, you may want to try the other STEM activities on this list. They are great for older kids and teens who have a more in-depth knowledge of STEM.

Stem-Based Scavenger Hunt: Finding Fall Shapes and Colors

For this STEM scavenger hunt activity, you’ll need a paper and a pen. First, you should write down the different shapes your child should search for in nature. You can have them look for circles, squares, triangles, and stars. You can also have them look for hearts, diamonds, and other more Valentine’s Day-themed shapes. Next, you should write down the different colors your child should search for in nature. You can have them look for red, orange, yellow, green, and purple. You can also have them look for pink, blue, and other more Valentine’s Day-themed colors. What You’ll See: When your child is finished with this STEM scavenger hunt, they’ll have a sheet full of shapes and colors. What You’ll Do Next: Your child can use the STEM scavenger hunt as a decoration or as a fall school project.

Summing up

You’ll want to enjoy the fall season with your kids while they are still young. They will soon grow up, and before you know it, they’ll be adults with their own lives and schedules. Make sure you take time out of your day to do fall-themed activities with your kids before it’s too late!

And don’t forget to enjoy the season, too. The leaves may not be around for much longer, so make sure you take the time to enjoy them while they’re still here.

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