Try this autumn leaf craft: kids can glue colorful fall leaves onto rocks for a fun and easy fall activity.
Updated August 2025
Autumn is the perfect time to get creative with nature! One of our favorite fall projects is this easy autumn leaf craft, where kids glue colorful leaves onto smooth rocks. It’s a simple, hands-on activity that lets children explore the colors and textures of fall while making something beautiful to display.
These little leaf rocks are fun to make and can be as simple or as detailed as you like. You can leave the leaves as they are, or add extra touches by drawing on them with metallic Sharpies, just like in our other autumn leaf art projects. This craft is a great way to celebrate the season and enjoy a bit of nature indoors.
Here’s how to do this fun and easy Autumn craft!
How to Make Leaf Rocks
MATERIALS
- Small rocks, washed (smooth and flat is best)
- Mod Podge
- Small paint brush
- Small autumn leaves (you can press and dry them first, but not necessary)
- Something to protect your work surface.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mod Podge rock
Brush a layer of Mod Podge over the flattest part of your rock.
- Place leaf and Mod Podge
Position leaf over wet Mod Podge. Brush on another layer of Mod Podge over the leaf.
- Repeat!
Continue with as many rocks and leaves as desired. Let dry completely.
Don’t these look great piled in a pretty basket? Or you can spread them out and arrange as desired.
More Autumn Leaf Crafts to Make
- 10 Fun Crafts with Leaves for Autumn
- 12 Creative Fall Craft Ideas for Kids
- How to Make an Autumn Leaf Bunting for Kids
- How to Preserve Fall Leaves
- 30 Creative Fall Activities for Kids
- How to Make Zentangle Leaves with Sharpies
Want even more Fall fun?
Check out our Autumn Creativity Pack!
This 34-page printable eBook is full of Autumn-themed art activities, drawing prompts, creative play ideas, and more!
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