The fall season is upon us, bringing along the perfect opportunity to indulge in some fun fall activities with the little ones.
And guess what? We’ve got another delightful free fall craft idea for you – the Popsicle Stick Scarecrow Craft with a free printable template to make your crafting journey as smooth as a fresh pumpkin pie!
This adorable scarecrow craft not only is a great way to welcome the harvest season but also aids in developing fine motor skills in young children.
Crafting is a fun way to bond with your kids and spark their creativity.
This adorable easy scarecrow craft is not just a great time passer but also a fantastic learning tool. It beautifully integrates into lesson plans, making it a valuable classroom activity, especially for first graders and elementary children.
It brings in the essence of the fall season, reminiscent of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and pesky crows. While crafting, why not enjoy this scarecrow fall cheese ball – this is an amazing snack for the season! You’ve got to see it 🙂
This easy scarecrow activity is perfect for your harvest crafts, farm theme or fall crafts whether at home or in a classroom setting.
Why This Craft is Perfect for Kids of All Ages
This cute scarecrow craft is versatile, suiting younger children and older children alike. It’s a fantastic tool to develop fine motor skills, with easy cutting and pasting activities.
The little hands will have a ball of a time manipulating small squares and shapes to create their own scarecrow.
Older children can delve deeper, incorporating it into their English language arts lessons as they craft a narrative around their scarecrow’s adventures in the pumpkin patch, keeping away those pesky crows.
This craft, which ties perfectly into the scarecrow theme of the season, could be an easy way to introduce the young minds to the joys of the season, where they can visualize corn mazes, and scarecrows with straw hair guarding the pumpkin patches.
Crafting Materials and Steps
Before we jump into the crafting process, make sure to gather the common craft supplies listed below. You may already have most of these in your craft stash, if not they are easily picked up at any craft store or on Amazon.
MATERIALS:
- Popsicle sticks aka craft sticks
- Double sided tape
- Construction papers in different colors
- Black Marker Pen
- Scissors
- Craft Glue such as a glue stick, glue gun or glue dots – according to your preferences.
Free Printable Scarecrow Craft for Kids
Indulge in a fun scarecrow craft activity that blends creativity with skill-building!
This easy yet fulfilling craft involves creating an adorable scarecrow puppet using popsicle sticks, construction paper, and a dash of creativity.
Not only is it a fun way to celebrate the fall season, but it also aids in honing fine motor skills in children.
Perfect for classroom settings or a cozy crafting session at home, this activity promises laughter, learning, and a lovely scarecrow puppet as the result!
Materials
- Popsicle sticks
- Double sided tape
- Construction papers
- Pen
- Scissors
- Glue
Tools
- Printer
Instructions
- Prepare Your Template and Papers: First, begin by printing the free template that we have provided.
Once it is printed, carefully cut out the individual patterns. Now, using a pen, trace these patterns onto the respective colors of construction papers. 
After tracing, use a pair of scissors to cut them out, following the outlines you've traced. 
- Begin the Assembly: Now that all pieces are ready, it's time to start assembling your scarecrow craft. Arrange all the cut out pieces on a flat surface, organizing them in a way that you can easily identify each part - the shirt, the hat, the face, and other elements.
- Work on the Scarecrow's Shirt: Take the piece representing the scarecrow's shirt and fold it gently to give it a realistic and three-dimensional look.
Next, find the pocket piece and attach it to the shirt using a bit of glue or double-sided tape, placing it where a pocket should naturally sit. 
- Hat Assembly: Now, shift your focus to assembling the scarecrow’s hat. Use the cut pieces from the template to put together a charming hat, applying a little glue to hold the parts together securely.
- Creating a Characterful Face: Now, let's bring the scarecrow to life by assembling its face. Begin with a rectangular piece of black construction paper.
Cut narrow strips from this to craft the scarecrow’s hair. 
You'll need to create two bunches of these strips. Attach these bunches to either side of the face, creating a balanced look. 
Above the face, secure the hat that you've assembled in the previous step. 
Once you're happy with how the face looks, glue it onto the upper end of a popsicle stick to create a handy handle for your scarecrow puppet. 
- Final Assembly: As we near the end of our craft journey, grab another popsicle stick and attach it to the back of the scarecrow's shirt, creating a sturdy backbone for your scarecrow.
Now, align the face portion (attached to the popsicle stick) with the shirt part, and glue them together to form a unified scarecrow figure. 
- Voila, Your Craft is Ready!: Congratulations, you have successfully created your very own scarecrow puppet! Hold it up and admire your handiwork. It's now ready to join in on your fall adventures!
Notes
You can vary the colors of the construction paper to give your scarecrow different colored hat, shirt and so on.
Why not experimet with drawing different types of facial expressions and emotions for your scarecrow too?
Download PDF Template
Now, it’s time for the most exciting part! Download the free printable scarecrow template below to start crafting with the whole family.
This printable pack comes as a PDF file for easy viewing and printing so grab the free template below.
Free for personal use or classroom use, this simple fall craft is a delightful addition to your fall activities lineup.
And hey, it could be a great idea to set up a scarecrow puppet show once everyone’s craft is ready. The possibilities are endless!
Get ready to see those gleeful smiles as your little ones craft their adorable scarecrow, ready to adorn bulletin boards or to play a central role in a fun scarecrow puppet show.
The fall season is a wonderful time to create and learn with your children. Make the most of it with this Popsicle Stick Scarecrow Craft. Happy Crafting!
More Autumn and Fall Crafts and Printables
We hope you enjoyed this fun scarecrow craft.
For more engaging crafts and printable activities, don’t forget to check out some of our other Fall craft ideas below
- How to Make a Super Cute Fall Fairy Paper Craft with Free Printable Template
- Autumn Nature Puzzle
- Autumn Tree Handprint Craft
- Egg Carton Pumpkin Patch Color Match: A Fun Memory Game For Kids!
- Painted Pumpkin Seed Craft
- Upcycled Glitter Autumn Leaf Craft (Fall Decor)
Happy crafting and here’s to a fun and fruitful fall season ahead!
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.