Apple Tree Tic Tac Toe Game

If you’d like to add a fall spin to the old tic tac toe game, you can create your own Apple Tree Tic Tac Toe Game which is perfect for fall. This game is timeless and my son and I both try to outwit the other to win.

Try these apple activities for kids for more learning and fun with apples!

We play this on the ground with sticks while we’re camping and it’s nice to add a color variation to the game to make it even more fun. My daughter is a huge fan of games and she can’t be left out either, she chooses to be apples because she hates bugs and small creatures alike.

I’m not a fan of worms either but apples just made me think of worms so we just went with it. This was created using markers but you could also paint them.

I know I always like to keep my paper plates and I have a ton saved for crafts that may arise and I also use them to hold paint because they’re thick enough to hold the paint and easy enough to throughout after the mess.

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Apple Theme Ideas

One fun idea is an apple taste test where kids can try different types of apples and compare their flavors.

They can also sort them by color and size, learning about categorization and data collection. Little kids can also practice fine motor skills with cool Apple Lacing Cards.

Another great activity is making homemade applesauce. It’s a tasty way to teach kids about cooking, measurements, and the changes that happen when heating food.

For a crafty angle, try apple-themed crafts like apple stamping or making paper apples. I have a list of Apple Crafts for Preschoolers so you can get more ideas there.

And don’t forget the apple tic tac toe game using a paper plate, which adds an entertaining twist to strengthen their strategic thinking and motor skills.

Recommended Apple Books

As always, reading should be on your radar! We love to pair up our family games and our learning worksheets with the same themed books. Below are some of our favorite apple books that I hope you’ll love, too! 

Ten Apples Up On Top!Our Apple TreeApples and PumpkinsApplesauce DayMy Little Golden Book About Johnny AppleseedApples for Little Fox

 

Apple Tree Tic Tac Toe Game Supplies

The good news is that it won’t take long at all to make up this simple tic-tac-toe game. Just gather up the simple supplies below to get started: 

• Paper Plate
• Red & Green Construction Paper
• Green, Brown & Black Marker
• Scissors
• Stapler or Glue

Prang (Formerly SunWorks) Construction Paper, 10 Assorted Colors, 12Crayola Broad Point Washable Markers – Pack of 2 (58-7808-2Pack), Blue100% Compostable 9 Inch Heavy-Duty Plates [125-Pack] Eco-Friendly Disposable White Bagasse Plate, Made of Natural Sugarcane Fibers – 9

 

Recommended Apple Toys

Here are some apple toys I recommend that can add a playful touch to lessons. These toys are perfect for learning about apples through fun homeschool activities that can keep children engaged. They offer a delightful way to explore apples while reinforcing what they’ve learned.

Parts of an Apple Felt Set Puzzle/Montessori Science/Homeschool Science/Apple Anatomy/Apple Unit StudyJCREN Wooden Lacing Apple Threading Toys Wood Lace Block Puzzle Shape Travel Game Toys Early Learning Fine Motor Skills Educational Gift for 3 4 5 Years Old Toddlers Baby Kids BoysRONSTONE Montessori Toys for 3 Years Old Kids – Wooden Learning Fine Motor Skills Includ Magnetic Worms Apple Matching Game Educational Toys – Christmas Birthday Gift for Toddlers Age 36+ MonthsSkoolzy Apple Factory Learning Toy | Apple Toy for Toddlers | Toy Apple Pre School Learning Toy | Color Sorting Toys for Toddlers Age 3+VTech Alphabet Apple,RedApple Picking Magnetic Tree Toy, Scissor Skills Training With Tongs and Bird Tweezers, Preschool Kindergarten Fine Motor Skills, Color Sorting, Memory Match Game, Best Gift For Boys and Girls

 

Recommended Apple Activity Kits

Little Learners Print-and-Go Kit: Apple Life Cycle

Teach your kids about the apple life cycle with these printables.

Apples Dot Markers Activity Book

This activity book offers a fun, educational way for kids to learn about apples while developing fine motor skills and creativity!

Apple Tree Tic Tac Toe Game 

The great part about this Apple Tree Tic Tac Toe game is that it means that the family is going to be playing along together and having a great time. I can’t tell you how many times we played this game, over and over again.

But every time that we play, we laugh, giggle, and bond in a way that I’m so thankful and grateful for. We love making memories playing games and this is one of our favorites to do.

It’s also special to play because it’s a homemade family game that we’ve created together! We didn’t buy it off the shelf at the store or anything like that so we love being able to make it and play it. 

How to make this apple tree tic tac toe game?

Want to start making this tic tac toe game? Start by transforming a simple paper plate into the top of an apple tree. Cut it out and color it green to give it that leafy look. Once that’s done, cut the edge of the plate into the shape of a tree trunk and color it brown to bring the tree to life.

Next, attach the brown tree trunk to the green tree top. This will give your apple tree a sturdy base. Once your tree is assembled, take a marker and draw a tic-tac-toe grid on the green tree top.

For the game pieces, cut out apple shapes and worms from red and green paper. These fun and colorful shapes will make the game even more enjoyable. You can mix and match the colors for a playful touch.

Finally, your apple tree tic-tac-toe game is ready to go! It’s a simple craft that turns into a fun game, perfect for a quick and creative activity with kids.

You can even glue a small letter envelope to the back of the tree top to hold the apples and worm pieces. I like to keep sets of games together in a large Ziploc bag so you don’t lose any of the pieces and you don’t tear the game pieces.

More Apple Activities

There are plenty of ways to bring the fun and excitement of apples into your learning time. Here are some activities that offer a creative and enjoyable way to add an extra dose of apple fun to your day, perfect for any of your homeschool routines.

• Parts of an Apple Worksheet
• Apple Books for Toddlers
• Apple Science Experiments
• Apple Life Cycle Coloring Pages
• Apple Games for Preschoolers
• Johnny Appleseed Craft by Homeschool Preschool
• Handprint Apple Tree Craft For Kids by Simple Everyday Mom

This apple tic tac toe game adds a fun twist to a classic game, making it a perfect activity for the fall season. It’s a great way to enjoy some creative and lighthearted fun with your kids while celebrating the season.