OK, let’s craft something animal-shaped or natured-themed or totally all green! Our editors are here to help with the most popular wildlife-related crafts from the Ranger Rick archives to inspire your next project.

colorful autumn leaves turned into animals

Make leaf crafts for kids using real autumn leaves! Create leaf mice, a leafy turkey, and more with this easy nature craft. Perfect for fall fun.

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Carved pumpkin planter with jack-o-lantern face growing herbs and grass as green hair on purple

Make a Pumpkin Planter

Turn a pumpkin into a living planter with a carved face and wild green hair. This fall craft combines carving, planting, and nature for kids of all ages.

Illustrated girls building fairy village from pumpkins with acorn people and leaf garland

Turn a Pumpkin Into a Fairy House

Have you ever made a fairy house in the woods or your backyard? Here’s a twist that’s just right for autumn: a cozy home made from a pumpkin!

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