Free Life Cycle of a Pumpkin Worksheet for Kids

Explore the fall season with our free life cycle of a pumpkin worksheet, an activity we love to revisit each year.

These life cycle worksheets walk kids through each stage of a pumpkin’s growth with writing prompts, sequencing, and crafts.

Perfect for 2nd-4th graders, they’re also easy to adjust for different ages.

Whether you’re using them at home or in the classroom, these no-prep worksheets make seasonal learning simple, even when you’re short on time.

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Pumpkin life cycle printables

Our free pumpkin life cycle worksheet will make learning about pumpkins fun for kids of all ages.

Print out the pumpkin worksheets below, they will print out on 8 full pages.

Supplies needed:

• cardstock (printer paper will also work)
• coloring pens
• paper cutter or scissors
• glue
• brass fasteners

Pumpkin information

The first plant worksheet introduces kids to the world of pumpkins, covering their appearance, classification, and fascinating facts. Are pumpkins fruits or vegetables? What foods belong to the same plant family?

These questions spark curiosity and provide a great opportunity for discussion.

Interesting facts about pumpkins

1. The word pumpkin was first used in Cinderella, they used to be called pompions.
2. The pumpkin plant grows on every continent except Antarctica
3. Over 1.5 billion pounds of pumpkin are produced each year in the United States.
4. The world’s heaviest pumpkin weighed over 2,600 pounds.
5. Each pumpkin has about 500 seeds.
6. There are more than 45 different varieties of pumpkins.
7. Every single part of a pumpkin is edible, even the leaves.
8. Pumpkins are 90% water.
9. Although we often think of pumpkins as vegetables, they’re actually fruits!

These facts are just a starting point, encourage children to come up with their own questions and discoveries as they explore pumpkins further!

Pumpkin writing prompts

Encourage creativity with our “If I Were a Pumpkin…” printable writing prompt. This activity encourages kids to imagine life as a pumpkin, helping them develop storytelling skills while having fun.

Pumpkin life cycle poster

Use our pumpkin life cycle poster as a visual guide to reinforce the stages of growth. This colorful reference is perfect for classroom displays or learning stations.

Stages of the pumpkin life cycle:

• Pumpkin seeds
• Sprout
• Vine
• Pumpkin flowers
• Green pumpkin
• Orange pumpkin

Pumpkin life cycle sequencing

The next four pages of the worksheet set guide kids through sequencing the life cycle.

Match the provided words with the corresponding images to complete the cycle.

A more challenging version where children color the life cycle and arrows, learning the correct flow.

Use cut-and-paste images to align each stage with its name in the proper sequence.

These activities help children grasp the cyclical nature of plant life while improving fine motor skills and logical thinking.

Life cycle of a pumpkin coloring page

Once all the worksheets are complete, kids can showcase their learning with the pumpkin life cycle coloring page. This final piece makes for a great classroom display or take-home project.

Children will feel a sense of accomplishment seeing their work come to life, reinforcing their understanding of the pumpkin’s journey from seed to harvest.

Pumpkin life cycle craft

Make learning hands-on with this fun and simple pumpkin life cycle spinner wheel craft! It’s a great way for kids to visualize the stages of a pumpkin’s growth while getting creative.

Print the two spinner wheel templates. Carefully cut out both circles, and on the life cycle image, cut out the quarter section to create a viewing window.

Place the wheel with the quarter cut-out on top of the full life cycle image.

Use a brass fastener in the center to attach the two circles, allowing the top wheel to rotate smoothly.

As kids spin the wheel, they’ll reveal each stage of the pumpkin’s life cycle—from seed to sprout, vine to pumpkin!

This interactive cute and unique pumpkin craft for kids reinforces learning while adding an element of play.

Additional pumpkin activities

Keep the learning going with these fun, pumpkin-themed activities:

• Parts of a pumpkin worksheet: Explore the anatomy of a pumpkin, from seeds to stem, and learn how each part contributes to the plant’s growth. This hands-on activity is perfect for kids curious about what’s inside their pumpkins.
• Pumpkin mad libs: Spark creativity and laughter with our pumpkin-themed mad libs. Kids can fill in the blanks with silly words while practicing parts of speech.
• Pumpkin patch scavenger hunt: Turn learning into an adventure! This printable scavenger hunt challenges kids to find different objects and clues in a pumpkin patch or even in your backyard.
• Pumpkin handprint template: Perfect for younger children, this craft allows them to create their own pumpkin artwork using paint and their handprints—making it a fun keepsake for fall.

These activities complement the life cycle worksheets, giving kids more ways to explore pumpkins through hands-on learning.

Pumpkin books for kids

These pumpkin-themed books are perfect for fall reading and pair wonderfully with the life cycle activities:

1. Too many pumpkins: Follow the fun of an unexpected pumpkin patch with vibrant illustrations that make it a perfect read-aloud.
2. The biggest pumpkin ever! is an exciting book about fall. It’s about two people who both take care of the same big pumpkin without knowing it. The story ends in a really nice way and teaches about working together.
3. Big pumpkin is a funny book about a witch who tries to pick a very big pumpkin but can’t do it alone. Kids will love the funny interactions, and the story cleverly highlights the importance of cooperation and working together.

We love to add the Life Cycles book to our studies.

Get the free life cycle of a pumpkin printable today

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Last Updated on 25 October 2024 by Clare Brown