Pumpkin Science Activities | Fall Science Lab & Life Cycle | Grades 1–3

Bring pumpkin discovery into your classroom with this whimsical Pumpkin Science Lab for grades 1–3! Students become pumpkin scientists as they observe, predict, measure, count seeds, and explore the pumpkin life cycle.

This 17-page printable PDF combines hands-on science with reading, writing, and math. Beautiful autumn borders and realistic pumpkin imagery make each activity inviting, while spacious response areas give students room to draw and explain their discoveries.

What’s included:

• Teacher guide with materials, safety tips, and differentiation ideas

• Science vocabulary page

• Pumpkin observation and inside-the-pumpkin activities

• Sink-or-float prediction and investigation pages

• Pumpkin measurement and seed-counting activities

• Pumpkin life cycle reading passage

• Sequencing page and detailed life cycle cards with dotted cutting lines

• Student reflection and optional pumpkin comparison activity

• Teacher answer notes and completion certificate

Perfect for fall science lessons, a classroom pumpkin investigation, or a pumpkin-themed learning day!

Plan for two sessions of approximately 35–45 minutes. Pumpkins and basic classroom supplies are required; an adult handles all pumpkin cutting.

Created by Live Oak Learning.