Fall Sensory Activities for Kids
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When fall comes around, it’s time for leaves, apples, pine cones, pumpkins, and all things nature. Bring the nature to your kiddos with these fun, fall-themed sensory activities. These fall sensory activities are perfect for preschoolers and kindergarteners. They are all great for incorporating some fall learning fun at home or in the classroom!
*Pair this with our Fall Centers and Activities for Pre-K & Kindergarten!

Fall Sensory Activities for Kids
Some of these activities are best suited for outdoors due to potential messes, but no matter where they are done, kids will have a blast feeling their way through these hands-on sensory activities. There is no end to learning when you’re discovering with a sensory bin!
Combine sensory and literacy with this apple letter match sensory bin.
Make a play pumpkin pie!
Get creative with a fall playdough kit.
Fluffy apple slime is the best sensory activity! // Schooling Active Monkeys
If you don’t want apples, try glittery fall leaf slime. // Schooling Active Monkeys
A leaf sensory bag is a fun way to explore leaves. // Kids Craft Room
Float a pumpkin boat! // Frugal Fun 4 Boys and Girls
Make fall sensory bottles for mess-free sensory play. // Kids’ Craft Room
Pinecones in water is a wonderful sensory activity. // Simple Fun for Kids
Make a leaf pool. // Fireflies and Mud Pies
This fall harvest sensory bin is a blast for kids! // Little Bins for Little Hands
Explore fall with a sensory bag. // Kids Play Box
Make some pumpkin slime. // Little Bins for Little Hands
Make soap foam that smells like apples. // Learn Play Imagine
Try a forest floor sensory bin. // The Jenny Evolution
Make fall cloud dough using apple cider spices. It smells amazing! // Teaching Mama
This wet and dry sensory table is a blast for kids! // Simple Fun for Kids

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