Autumn is here, bringing colorful leaves, crisp air, and endless opportunities for learning and play. For teachers and families of young children, the fall season is the perfect time to combine hands-on activities with meaningful early learning moments. The Khan Academy Kids app offers free books, activities, and creative resources to help children ages 2–8 celebrate the season while building foundational literacy, math, and social-emotional skills.

Whether you’re teaching in a classroom or creating cozy family traditions at home, here are fun ways to bring the spirit of fall alive for kids—plus links to free resources you can use today.

1. Read Autumn-Themed Books Together

Fall is full of wonder, and storytime is a great way to help children explore the season. Inside the Khan Academy Kids app, you’ll find beautifully illustrated, age-appropriate books:

• At the Orchard (available in English & Spanish): Learn about harvesting fruit and the joys of an apple orchard.
• Fall: Discover how the world changes as summer turns into autumn.
• Look in the Leaves: A playful book that encourages observation and curiosity about nature.

You’ll find these books, plus hundred more, in the Library section of Khan Academy Kids. 

📲 Download Khan Academy Kids to read these books for free.

2. Spark Creativity with Fall Arts & Crafts

Children love to express themselves through art. The app includes printable coloring pages and a Design Your Own Costume activity where kids can dress up their favorite Khan Kids characters for fall festivities.

Pair these activities with classic fall crafts from partners like Crayola for pumpkin coloring, leaf rubbings, or DIY decorations.

3. Explore the Season Outdoors

Autumn is the perfect time to bundle up and get outside. Encourage children to use their senses to experience fall:

• Collect colorful leaves for sorting and counting games.
• Take a “listening walk” to notice the crunch of leaves underfoot.
• Start a nature journal with drawings or notes about changing trees and weather.

For more outdoor learning, check out Busy Toddler’s fall activities or PBS Parents’ seasonal guides.

4. Celebrate with Music and Movement

Get kids moving and grooving with the Khan Academy Kids Halloween YouTube Playlist:

Dance along, sing seasonal songs, and encourage pretend play inspired by the music.

👉 Watch the Fall Playlist on YouTube

5. Add Fall-Themed Learning at Home or School

Looking for structured weekly plans? Try this Khan Kids Fall Activity Week for themed lessons, storytime, and hands-on fun:

You can also explore seasonal resources from Scholastic Parents and Highlights for even more autumn ideas.

Why Use Khan Academy Kids This Fall?

• Trusted by educators: Designed with early childhood experts to support learning in literacy, math, and SEL.
• Free forever: No ads, subscriptions, or hidden fees.
• Accessible for all: Available on iOS, Android, and Amazon devices

Fall is fleeting, but the memories you create through learning and play will last a lifetime.

👉 Download Khan Academy Kids today and celebrate autumn with your little learners!