Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create your own pumpkin artwork and appreciate the beauty of pumpkins.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Crayons or markers
• Scissors
• Glue
• Pumpkin reference images (optional)

No prior knowledge or preparation is necessary for this lesson.

Activities

1. Start by discussing pumpkins with your student. Talk about their shape, color, and how they are associated with fall and Halloween.
2. Encourage your student to draw a pumpkin on a piece of paper. They can use crayons or markers to add color to their drawing.
3. Next, help your student cut out their pumpkin drawing. This will be their base for the artwork.
4. Now, let your student explore their creativity by decorating their pumpkin. They can use additional paper, crayons, markers, or any other materials they prefer.
5. Once the artwork is complete, assist your student in gluing their pumpkin onto a larger sheet of paper to create a background.
6. Display the finished artwork proudly!

Preschool Grade Talking Points

• "Pumpkins are big, round fruits that come in different colors like orange, yellow, and even white!"
• "We often see pumpkins during the fall season, especially around Halloween. They are sometimes carved into funny or scary faces called jack-o'-lanterns."
• "When you draw a pumpkin, you can make it look any way you want. You can give it a happy face, a sad face, or even make it silly!"
• "After drawing your pumpkin, we'll cut it out and make it stand out even more by decorating it with other materials."
• "Once your artwork is finished, we'll glue it onto a larger paper to create a background. This makes it look like your pumpkin is in a special place!"
• "Your pumpkin artwork will be unique and special, just like you! It's something you can show to your family and friends."