When fall settles in, there’s something about the season that makes play feel a little more special. These 12 fall playdough trays and invitations to play are built around that feeling, offering kids open-ended setups that capture the textures, tones, and sensory richness of autumn. Find more Autumn activities for kids here.
Fall playdough ideas
Can you get a more perfect play dough activity for fall than creating pumpkins? These ones use play dough and natural elements.
There are always plenty of spiders in fall so why not let your kids create their own out of play dough? These ones are super cute?
Though fall trees are all around, there’s always space for one more. With this fall-themed play dough invitation, kids can create a tree using real leaves collected outdoors or craft leaves when nature doesn’t cooperate.
Parents will love this DIY play dough recipe that fills the home with the warm, inviting aroma of pumpkin spice. From mixing the dough to hours of fun with the play dough tray, it’s a perfect way to welcome the cozy vibes of fall.
This harvest play dough tray offers a seamless transition from summer’s end to the heart of fall. Filled with a mix of seasonal elements, it captures the best of both worlds.
Fill the house with another traditional fall scent with this apple playdough recipe. Keep some of the dough uncolored to create an apple pie play dough tray, complete with cookie cutters, rollers, and other fun tools.
Another fantastic fall scent is featured in this maple playdough DIY recipe. Add in a fall leaf cookie punch to make this playdough invitation to play a smash hit.
Fall Leaves Play Dough Invitation by Living Life & Learning
Give kids the chance to explore the beauty of fall leaves with this vibrant play dough invitation. Packed with a variety of textures and materials, it offers a rich mix of sensory experiences to explore.
Busy parents can always use an activity that is easy to set up. These printable fall play dough mats are the perfect play dough invitation to play, and only require a printer and some play dough.
Mix some white playdough with some fun orange, yellow, and white objects to give kids an excellent opportunity for some sensory play. This playdough tray lets them create their own candy corn mosaic.
Kids can make a prickly little friend in this playdough invitation to play. Use real toothpicks to simulate the hedgehog’s spines, but be careful
Easy Orange Scented Playdough Recipe by Natural Beach Living
Not a fan of pumpkin scent? No problem. This fall-colored DIY play dough has a bright orange hue and a refreshing citrus scent instead, making it a perfect addition to any autumn-themed play dough tray.
More sensory activities for kids
Another great playdough activity Build a bug play dough activity
Or how about a sensory bin? This Forest Sensory Bin is perfect for fall and autumn.
Or perhaps a Rain sensory bin? Perfect for a rainy fall day.
Finally, find all my Sensory play ideas here.