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Fall Pin Poke Activity

This fall pin poke art activity is a simple, calming way for students to build fine motor skills while creating fun fall pictures. 

Children use a push pin to poke along the dotted lines to create images like a pumpkin, football, apple or sunflower. When finished, they can hold their artwork up to the light and see their picture shine through. 

This activity is great for brain breaks, as students work quietly and focus on their art. The repetitive pin poking motion will help keep students calm, engaged and relaxed while strengthening their hand muscles.

Images included in the Fall Pin Poke Art Activity: 

  • apple
  • acorn
  • leaf
  • bat
  • football
  • tree
  • ghost
  • pie
  • pumpkin
  • skull
  • sunflower
  • turkey

This activity is great for: 

  • Fine motor centers
  • Fall-themed activities
  • Brain breaks
  • Morning tubs
  • Individual work

Prep is simple:

  • Print
  • Cut
  • Place on a cork board/ soft surface
  • Add push pins

Skills developed:

  • Fine motor strength 
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Focus and concentration


This low-prep fall pin poke art activity is a favorite for both adults and students and can be used again and again throughout the fall season.

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