
October Free Homeschool Printables
October 2, 2023October has finally arrived and fall is in full swing! While I know I am not alone, fall is my favorite season and the one I look forward to all year. The cooler days and evenings, changing leaves, pumpkins, and Friday night lights just make my heart happy. Indeed, here in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the autumn colors are so beautiful, and it is my favorite time of year to be outside in nature. Whether you prefer to spend your school days tromping through the woods or curled up with a book and a blanket, let us help you with some fun, free, fall-themed homeschool printables! Happy October!
October Free Homeschool Printables
October Calendar Template: Homeschooling can often become overwhelming or difficult when we fail to organize! So be proactive in this area by printing this calendar page and set some clear goals and expectations for this month!
October Journal Page (faith-based): Raising my son to be strong in character and faith, ready to face the world and all its difficulties, and able to apply the truth in his life is my goal. Perhaps it is yours as well. In fact, what better way to achieve this than to encourage daily journaling and reading time?
October Scripture Writing Plan (faith-based): Along those same lines, what better way to get in a little handwriting practice than to spend a few moments copying the life-changing truths about forgiveness found in Scripture?
Fall Homeschool Activity Pack: Looking for a one-stop-shop to find fall-themed printables for students of all ages? Check out our new Fall Homeschool Activity Pack! You’re sure to find something your children will enjoy!
Mr. Scarecrow’s Letters: Your little ones will love to practice writing their uppercase letters with Mr. Scarecrow!
Pumpkin Scissor Skills: Give those fine motor skills a workout cutting along the lines to reach the pumpkins!
Fall Leaves Worksheet: Make following directions fun for your little ones as they color the fall leaves!
Fall Matching: Here’s another opportunity to hone those listening skills as your preschooler colors the items of the same size.
Scarecrow Color-by-Number: Your child can make this cute scarecrow even cuter by adding some color…and work on following those directions again!
Fall Book Review: We recently shared this amazing list of Our Favorite Fall Books to Read. If you want to take advantage of the list and have your child choose a book or two, here is a printable so they can review the book! Even if your child is in Preschool or Kindergarten, you can still do this activity with them by writing down their answers!
Awesome Fall Crafts and Activities: While it isn’t technically a printable, be sure to check out this post for many great ideas for fun, fall learning opportunities!
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Elementary Homeschool Printables
Middle and High School Homeschool Printables
Find more great Homeschool Printables for all ages here!
October Holidays for Your Homeschool
October 1: Balloons Around the World Day, Frugal Fun Day, National Bookshop Day
October 2: National Name Your Car Day, World Farm Animals Day, National Police Memorial Day
October 3: National Child Health Day, National Consignment Day, Animal Welfare Week
October 4: Kindness to Animals Day, National Cinnamon Roll Day, National Truckers Appreciation Day
October 5: Coffee with a Cop Day, National Be Nice Day, World Teachers’ Day
October 6: National Badger Day, National Mad Hatter Day, National Noodle Day
October 7: Kids Music Day, National Forgiveness and Happiness Day, World Smile Day
October 8: Alvin C. York Day, National Heroes Day, National Fluffernutter Day
October 9: Leif Erikson Day, Pastor Appreciation Day, Curious Events Day
October 10: Indigenous Peoples Day, National Cake Decorating Day, National Hug a Drummer Day
October 11: National Face Your Fears Day, National Spread Joy Day, Southern Food Heritage Day
October 12: International Top Spinning Day, Farmers Day, National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day
October 13: Disaster Day, International Day for Failure, National M&M Day
October 14: National Dessert Day, National I Love You Day, Vet Nurse Day
October 15: Global Handwashing Day, National Costume Swap Day, National Grouch Day
October 16: Dictionary Day, Global Cat Day, Sunday School Teacher Appreciation Day
October 17: Black Poetry Day, Heroes and Forefathers Day, Wear Something Gaudy Day
October 18: National Chocolate Cupcake Day, National Alaska Day, National Day of Prayer
October 19: National New Friends Day, Day of Unity
October 20: International Sloth Day, National Day of Writing, National Youth Confidence Day
October 21: Back to the Future Day, International Day of the Nacho, Loud Shirt Day
October 22: Make a Difference Day, National Color Day, National Make a Dog’s Day
October 23: National Boston Cream Pie Day, National Croc Day, National One United Race Day
October 24: National Bologna Day, National Kangaroo Awareness Day, National Food Day
October 25: International Artist Day, National I Care About You Day, World Pasta Day
October 26: National Mule Day, National Pumpkin Day, Worldwide Howl at the Moon Night
October 27: National Black Cat Day, Navy Day, Grandparents Week
October 28: Bandana Day, National Chocolate Day, Plush Animal Lovers Day
October 29: Hug a Sheep Day, National Oatmeal Day, Muddy Dog Day
October 30: National Candy Corn Day, National Treat Your Pet Day, Mischief Night
October 31: Halloween, Books for Treats Day, National Knock Knock Joke Day, Reformation Day
Download your October Homeschool Holidays here!
Naomi White
Naomi White graduated with her B.S. in Christian Elementary Education and went on to earn her Early Childhood Education certification. She has taught preschool and elementary school in both Christian and public schools. She loves to read and write, is a pastor’s wife and stay-at-home mom, and is eagerly awaiting the day her son is old enough for them to start their own homeschool journey. Originally a Georgia girl, Naomi currently lives in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina with her family.
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