Autumn Activities with a Toddler

It's getting colder again, which means autumn is just around the corner. You may be wondering how to keep your toddler busy now that playing outside is becoming less appealing. While the weather may be a bit unpredictable, that doesn't mean you can't go outside anymore. Fall still offers many opportunities for fun outdoor activities with your little one. In this blog, we share six activities for both beautiful and rainy fall days with your toddler.

1. Cycling Together
   When it's not raining, it's great to go cycling together. Enjoy some fresh air while your little one admires the surroundings from a bike seat. This is a perfect time to talk together or plan an outing. If it is a bit colder, a footmuff can provide extra warmth for your little one.
   
   
2. Forest Walk
   Autumn brings wonderful changes in the forest, such as colored leaves, mushrooms and falling leaves. The forest becomes a new world of discovery for your toddler. Go for a walk together and enjoy nature. Don't forget to bring rain boots in case it has been raining, so your little one can jump in the puddles. If you don't have much time, you can also bring a baby carriage.
   
   
3. Collecting New Toys
   In autumn, forests are full of pine cones, acorns and chestnuts. Take a bag and let your child collect all these beautiful finds. Children have a vivid imagination, so for them this is as much fun as new toys. When your child is done with it, the collected treasures can simply be put in the green container or used for craft projects.
   
   
4. Crafts
   With pine cones, acorns, chestnuts, leaves and craft supplies such as (finger) paint, your child can create beautiful works of art. Inspiration can be found on Pinterest, but you can also let your little one design freely.
   
   
5. Autumn Quest
   Print out some pictures of typical autumn items in nature and plasticize them if necessary. Work with your child to find everything in the pictures. If your child is still developing in speech, you can also use the pictures to learn new words. It is a fun and educational activity.
   
   
6. Baking Together
   What could be better than watching a movie under a blanket on the couch on a rainy day? Even better if you bake something together with your toddler. Decorating the baked goodies stimulates your child's creative brain and fine motor skills. It is a fun and tasty activity.

With these tips, you don't have to worry about long fall days with an active toddler. Whether you're indoors or outdoors, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy. An added benefit is that playing outside is healthy for your child year-round.