Fall is right around the corner. With beautiful colors everywhere and cozy scents in the air, it’s the perfect season to bond with your kids and make lasting memories. Instead of scrambling last minute to find fun projects and online puzzles for kids, we’ve got you covered with a curated list of engaging DIY and science activities your whole family will love.
Whether you're searching for DIY fall crafts for kids, family game night ideas, or spooky Halloween science experiments, this guide has something for everyone.
1. Family Game Night
Family time is the perfect way to kick off fall! Check out our DIY projects for kids to spice up your game night.
Choose fun science experiments the whole family can enjoy.
Try our Rap Battle Challenge to help kids learn metaphors and similes.
Don’t forget to snap a picture and post it in our Family Game Night Challenge!
Tip: Check out our collection of learning videos for kids for more game night inspiration.
2. Fall Decorations
What is fall without decorations? Encourage your kids to unleash their inner artist!
Explore light-related science experiments for kids at home.
Try spooky crafts for Halloween, like decorating a pumpkin or making a Jack-o’-lantern.
Join our Spooky Decoration Challenge, Light A Venue Challenge, and Decorate A Pumpkin Challenge for extra fun!
3. Bake a Treat Together: Cooking + Learning
Got a little chef at home? Fall baking is a wonderful mix of fun and learning.
Watch baking tutorials made for kids.
Bake cookies, muffins, or a Halloween-themed treat together.
Submit your creations to the Bake A Holiday Treat Challenge or Bake A Spooky Treat Challenge!
Bonus: Turn it into a science experiment by exploring the chemistry of baking!
4. Draw Your Way Through Fall
If your kids love to draw, they’ll adore the Inktober Challenge!
Explore our Inktober Challenge for fun drawing prompts.
Create your own Inktober calendar for October.
Watch art-focused learning videos for kindergartners and elementary kids.
Pro tip: Adjust the difficulty based on your child’s age and skill level.
5. DIY Fun with Furry Friends
Get your pets in on the action for a double dose of cuteness and creativity. If you have pets, then don’t forget to have them join in on the fun too. Involving your pets in your activities with your kids is a great way to engage your kids in cool kid science experiments and DIY projects.
Take fall-themed pet portraits for our Holiday-Themed Pet Portrait Challenge.
Include your pet in a DIY challenge or science experiment.
Build a mini camper, pet tent, or window seat together!
Join the fun: Include A Pet In A DIY Challenge
6. Halloween Projects: Science + DIY = Spooky Fun
Fall is always synonymous with Halloween. And it is a lovely time when kids get to have a lot of fun. There are so many fun DIY and science experiments for kids that you can do at home. Halloween is a favorite fall tradition, and it’s the perfect time for spooky science experiments and DIY crafts.
Make a DIY trick-or-treat bag out of a pillowcase.
Enter the Create A Trick Or Treat Bag Challenge.
Start your own Halloween family tradition and submit it to the Halloween Tradition Challenge.
Check out our Halloween Themed Script Challenge for storytelling fun!
7. Creative Dress-Up Time
What is Halloween without costumes? Let your child’s imagination run wild with DIY Halloween costumes.
Find ideas on our website for DIY fabric and wood projects.
Create masks using craft paper and string.
Share your designs with our Make A Costume Challenge and Make A Mask Challenge!
Bonus: Try matching family costumes for a memorable photo moment.
8. Capture the Memories
Fall is a beautiful time to document special family moments.
Let your kids use a Polaroid or instant camera.
Create a mini album or a digital picture postcard.
Hang pictures in their room or submit them to:
Fun idea: Have a weekend photo scavenger hunt!
Ready to Make Fall Unforgettable?
From baking to drawing to spooky science fun, there’s no shortage of exciting ways to celebrate fall with your kids. Explore even more DIY projects and science experiments for kids on DIY, and don’t forget to check out the live challenges and courses.
Happy Fall and Happy DIY-ing! 🍂
FAQs About Fall DIY and Science Projects for Kids
What are some simple DIY fall activities for kids?
Try decorating pumpkins, making trick-or-treat bags, or building fairy light lanterns. All these require minimal materials and offer tons of creative fun.
Are there educational benefits to these activities?
Absolutely! From science concepts in baking to literacy skills in writing Halloween scripts, these projects make learning hands-on and exciting.
Can I find fall DIY challenges online?
Yes! DIY has dozens of live challenges, including the Rap Battle Challenge, Decorate A Room Challenge, and Halloween Tradition Challenge.
What kind of science experiments are suitable for fall?
Experiments involving light, heat (baking), or spooky sensory activities are perfect for fall and Halloween themes.
Can pets really be involved in kids’ DIY projects?
Yes! Kids can build cozy spots for pets or include them in art and photography projects. It adds a fun and caring element to the learning experience.
