Pumpkins have been extremely popular indoors and outdoors. The children explored all the parts of a pumpkin learning the words for the seeds, pulp, skin. The children discussed their sense of smell and touch while chopping and scooping.

The torches helped to light up the inside.

 

We used golf tees as pretend nails to tap into pumpkins with real tools. All the children enjoyed it so much they requested the same activity for the next day too.

The Pumpkin theme kept going at the play dough station. The children chose bright orange play dough. We used scented oils to add to the sensory experience. Pipe cleaners made fantastic stalks to pop on top.