Feelings Pumpkins Halloween Activity For Preschoolers

Three to five years old can definitely be a challenging time for big emotions in toddlers and preschoolers. The “Feelings Pumpkins” Halloween Activity is a hands on way to practice “name it to tame it” which allows our kids to demystify the big feelings they may be experiencing.

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There's a done for your version of this in the Halloween activity bundle below or you can DIY it! Both instructions you can find below!

More Halloween Activities for Preschoolers + Toddlers 2022:

Feelings Pumpkins Halloween Activity:

Supplies:

• Halloween Printables or construction paper
• Toddler scissors
• Glue stick

 

 

Version 1: Predone

Using the Halloween activity sheet bundle you can simply print this activity out, cut the shapes (or have your toddler cut them). Have your child paste the shapes into a jack-o-lantern face that matches the feeling labeled on the sheet.

In the activity sheet bundle there's an “extend the play” activity where your preschooler can draw the different emotions onto the faces. I like to give this after to further solidify what they just learned.

Version 2: DIY

Using colored construction paper, you'll cut out pumpkin shapes and various pieces to make different different emotions.

For instance, cut a crescent moon shape for a smile and some triangles for eyes and a nose on your jack-o-lantern to make a happy face.

In sum…

The toddler and preschool years are full of big emotions. This activity is just one way to help your kiddo make sense of feelings. Be sure to check out: How Can I Help My Child With Big Feelings? 3 Emotional Play Activities + Examples for more ideas!

This Halloween activity works fine motor skills, concentration, spatial relations, language, and social/emotional intelligence! Even better? It's super low mess and easy clean up!