As the harvest season rolls around, it’s the perfect time to slow down with the kids and enjoy some cozy indoor activities. I love using these dot printables as a calm and creative way for children to relax after a busy school day.
Harvest dot to dot puzzles aren’t just fun, they’re a great way to build fine motor skills, improve hand and eye coordination, and help children practise their counting too.
Dot to dot activities can be especially valuable for younger kids who are still developing those early motor skills, but even older children enjoy the satisfaction of connecting all the dots to see the final result. I have to admit, I enjoy them myself so while the kids are completing these pages, I will often grab one myself and join in because why not.
These printable activities make learning feel like play, and they give such a true sense of achievement once the picture appears.
You can use these dot pages at home, in the classroom, or during Sunday school harvest celebrations. They’re great for quiet time, for keeping children busy at a restaurant, or for slipping into a binder of autumn printables that you can return to year after year.
Harvest time is all about slowing down and appreciating the vegetables, fruits, and all the good things that come from the earth. It’s a lovely chance to remind kids where their food really comes from, not just the supermarket shelves but the hard work of farmers and the changing seasons.
Talking about pumpkins, apples, corn, and other harvest produce while they do these dot printables can spark curiosity about gardening, healthy eating, and being thankful for the abundance around us.
When Is Harvest Festival in the UK and US
In the UK, Harvest Festival is usually celebrated in late September or early October, often on the Sunday closest to the harvest moon, which is the full moon nearest to the autumn equinox. Many schools and churches hold harvest services during this time, with displays of seasonal vegetables, fruits, and flowers.
In the US, there isn’t a specific holiday called Harvest Festival, but the harvest season is celebrated more broadly through local harvest fairs, pumpkin patches, apple festivals, and of course Thanksgiving in late November, which also carries the tradition of giving thanks for the year’s crops.
Why Dot to Dot Activities Are Great for Kids
Dot puzzles are a fantastic way to combine fun with learning. Children practise number order and counting as they follow each dot in turn.
The careful hand movements needed to join the dots boost fine motor control, which is so important for handwriting and other school activities. It’s also a good way to work on patience and focus, helping kids slow down and concentrate on one small task at a time.
Our harvest dot printables are free to download and print as many times as you need.
You can keep them black and white for colouring or even print on coloured paper for a different look.
Once complete, the dot pages can be coloured in and displayed, adding even more creative value.
About the Harvest Dot to Dot Printable Pack
This pack includes a variety of harvest-themed dot pages featuring autumn fruits, vegetables, farm scenes, and more. All the images are designed in a simple, bold style that’s easy for kids to follow.
Pumpkin Dot to Dot
A classic symbol of the harvest season, this pumpkin page is a favourite for kids of all ages. Children will count from dot to dot to bring out the full round shape of the pumpkin ready for colouring.
Related: 25 Perfectly Pumpkin Crafts for Kids this Fall
Apple Dot to Dot
Apples are a big part of harvest time. This page helps children practise counting while creating a juicy apple design surrounded by autumn leaves and a woodland scene.
Related: Apple Crafts for Kids
Corn on the Cob Dot to Dot
It’s corn… it has the juice, I can’t imagine a more beautiful thing! I’m sure we all remember the viral corn song from TikTok a couple years ago.
The corn page is so satisfying as the dots reveal the curved shape of the cob tucked in its husk. It’s a lovely activity to talk about how corn is grown and harvested.
Sunflower Dot to Dot
Sunflowers brighten up any harvest display. Kids will enjoy seeing the petals form as they connect each dot around the sunflower’s circle.
Related: Paper Plate Sunflower
Scarecrow Dot to Dot
A cheerful scarecrow is waiting to appear as kids carefully join the dots for his hat, face, and arms. This one’s especially fun to colour in afterwards.
Related: Paper Cup Hopping Scarecrow Craft
Tractor Dot to Dot
No harvest is complete without a tractor! This page is great for children who love vehicles and will enjoy completing the big wheels and cab.
Related: Tractor Ted Free Spring Printables
Basket of Apples Dot to Dot
This basket full of apples makes a sweet autumn scene and is perfect for talking about apple picking and the work that goes into harvesting fruit.
Acorn Dot to Dot
Acorns are everywhere during harvest season. This simple page is good for younger kids or beginners who need a bit less complexity.
Related: Easy Handprint Acorn Craft with Printable Template
Turkey Dot to Dot
The turkey page is a seasonal favourite, especially around Thanksgiving. The dots reveal the spread of feathers around the turkey’s body.
Related: Hopping Turkey Paper Cup Craft
Barn Dot to Dot
The barn scene ties the whole harvest theme together. Kids will connect the outline of the barn with its big double doors, ready to be coloured in with bright red walls.
Related: Farm Animal Coloring Pages for Kids
Mushroom Dot to Dot
This page features a tall toadstool mushroom with big round spots on top. Children can count carefully to join the dots and then colour in the mushrooms and leaves around it for a fun woodland harvest look.
Related: Cute and Simple Mushroom Drawing Tutorial for Kids
Autumn Branch Dot to Dot
Kids will love connecting the many tiny dots on this branch to reveal all the twigs and smaller branches. The falling leaves make this one a great autumn harvest scene and it’s perfect for building patience and fine motor control.
Related: How to Draw a Leaf Guided Drawing Printable
Pumpkin Pie Slice Dot to Dot
Who doesn’t love pumpkin pie in autumn? This tasty slice comes together as children follow the dots to outline the pie and whipped cream. It’s a sweet way to tie in the harvest theme with food and treats.
Related: 3D Pumpkin Thanksgiving Card Craft
Hay Wagon Dot to Dot
The hay wagon picture is such a classic harvest sight. Kids will enjoy drawing out the wagon shape and the bundles of hay sitting on top before colouring in the farm scene.
Hay Bales Dot to Dot
This page shows stacked hay bales ready for storage after the harvest. The extra details like the rake, shovel, and carrots on the side make it a fun picture to talk about farm work and tools.
Download the Free Printable Harvest Dot to Dot PDF
You can grab all of these harvest dot to dot pages in one handy free printable pack. Simply download, print, and get started right away. Click here if you need help.
Terms of use: these harvest dot to dot pages are free for personal use and classroom use, do not redistribute the pdf file.
These harvest dot printables are a simple yet valuable activity to add to your seasonal plans. They keep kids engaged, boost their motor skills, and spark conversations about the harvest season and where our food comes from. The finished pages make lovely decorations too once the kids have coloured them in.
More Harvest Ideas for Kids
If your children enjoyed these dot puzzles, we have lots more harvest-themed activities and printables to explore, from colouring pages to harvest crafts and sensory bin ideas. These activities help bring the season to life in a hands-on way.
- Paper Cup Hopping Scarecrow Craft
- Free Printable Farmers Market Dramatic Play Pack for Kids
- Bubble Wrap Printed Fruit & Veg
- Free Printable Fruit and Veg Tracker For Kids
- Popsicle Stick Scarecrow Craft With Free Printable Template
- Paper Plate Sunflower
More Dot to Dot Printables
Dot pages are a fantastic activity year-round, so be sure to check out our other free dot printable packs too. From animals to holiday themes, there’s always a new puzzle to try and return to whenever your kids need a calm, creative break.
- Free Printable Halloween Dot to Dot For Kids
- Free Printable Spring Dot to Dot Pages
- 27 Christmas Dot to Dot Free Printables
- Free Printable Dot to Dot Constellations Worksheets
If you enjoyed these free printable dot pages, please share this post with your friends, pin it to your seasonal boards on Pinterest, or send the link to your classroom parents so that more children can benefit from these fun harvest activities.
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
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