Ostern im Herbst

The autumn leaf press activity turned out to be the perfect way to keep my two calm on a rainy afternoon, and the book’s gentle pacing meant we actually finished every project we started. It’s the kind of guide that makes you feel like a crafty parent even when you’re winging it.

My kids loved collecting leaves and acorns to make the autumn wreaths from this book—finally, Easter activities that feel right for our season. The nature-based crafts kept them busy for hours without screens.

I’ve been looking for activities that feel right for our autumn Easter, and the focus on natural materials like leaves and twigs is exactly what we needed. My kids loved gathering pinecones and seed pods to make the simple crafts described.