Fun ways to celebrate Autumn with your Kids

One of my favorite seasons is Autumn. Crisp leaves crunching under my feet..warm scents in the air of apples and spice...bright orange pumpkins...ahhh!

Kids love Autumn, too. What are some fun ways you can welcome the crisp season of fall for very little?

Take a look at the list and feel free to comment with your own!

• Go for a fall hike. Feel the leaves crunch under your boots. For extra fun, do a scavenger hunt for things like acorns, different colored leaves and even mushrooms.
• Go to an apple orchard and pick apples. Have your kids help you decide what to make and get them involved. 
• Do leaf prints. Take leaves that are just fallen and not crunchy yet and place a sheet of paper over them on a hard surface. Rub a crayon over the top of them.
• Have your kids help you make bird feeders with pine cones. Just coat a pine cone with peanut butter (or soy butter if you have allergies) and roll in bird seed. Tie a string on the end and hang near a window to watch the birds.
• Go to a pumpkin patch and pick out a pumpkin. Get a small one. Use markers and glitter and decorate it. No cutting involved!
• Don't forget the classic leaf pile jump! Great for taking priceless pictures!
• If you have a mini-football fan, host a fun football theme party for kids!

Whatever you do, have a blast!