Apples aren’t just delicious—they’re a perfect hands-on way to bring learning and play together for little ones. Whether you’re teaching at home, in the classroom, or just looking for a fun weekend project, these activities will keep preschoolers busy, curious, and engaged.

1. Apple Stamping Art

Turn snack time into art time! Slice apples in half, dip them in washable paint, and press them onto paper for colorful apple “stamps.” Try using red, green, and yellow paint to represent different apple varieties.
Learning bonus: Encourages fine motor skills and introduces color recognition.

2. Apple Taste Test

Set up a simple taste test with red, green, and yellow apples. Let kids describe the flavors—sweet, sour, crunchy—and vote for their favorite.
Learning bonus: Builds vocabulary and observation skills.

3. Apple Counting & Sorting

Gather a basket of small toy apples or pom-poms and have children sort them by color or size. Add number cards for a counting challenge.
Learning bonus: Reinforces early math concepts like sorting, counting, and pattern recognition.

4. Apple Sensory Bin

Fill a bin with dry oats or rice, then hide small plastic apples, cinnamon sticks, and measuring cups inside. Kids can scoop, pour, and dig for treasures.
Learning bonus: Promotes sensory exploration and imaginative play.

5. Homemade Applesauce

Invite little helpers to peel, chop (with kid-safe knives), and stir apples on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. Add cinnamon for that cozy fall scent.
Learning bonus: Teaches basic cooking skills and introduces sequencing (first, next, last).

You can adapt these activities to fit any theme—try pairing them with apple-themed storybooks like Ten Apples Up on Top! or Apple Farmer Annie for a complete learning experience.

I'll be using these fun ideas during homeschool lessons with C this week. I can't wait to see what you think of these. Which one will you do first?