Ten Apples Up on Top: Fun Apple-Themed Activities with the Kiddos 🍎

This week, we had so much fun exploring the book Ten Apples Up on Top with the little ones! It’s such a playful story that’s perfect for engaging preschoolers and early learners, and we turned it into a whole day of hands-on apple-themed activities. Here’s what we did:

1. Searching for the Star in the Apple ⭐
We started by examining apples closely and searching for the “star” in the center. It was amazing to see the kids’ faces light up when they discovered the tiny star-shaped pattern in the core. This activity was a fun way to introduce observation skills and nature’s little surprises!

2. Balancing Apples on Our Heads 🍏
Next up, we tried balancing apples on our heads—just like in the book! Some wobbled, some fell, and a few stayed perfectly in place. This activity helped with coordination, balance, and a lot of giggles along the way.

3. Matching Apple Colors 🍎🍏🍎
We laid out a mix of red, green, and yellow apples and played a matching game. The kiddos loved sorting and grouping them by color, which was a simple way to reinforce color recognition and sorting skills.

4. Writing the Letter A ✏️
Finally, we practiced writing the letter “A,” inspired by our apple theme. Some traced apples shaped like the letter, while others practiced freehand. It was a great literacy activity that tied perfectly into our story.

These activities are simple, hands-on, and full of fun learning opportunities. They help kids build observation, coordination, color recognition, and early writing skills—all while enjoying the story of Ten Apples Up on Top!

Have you tried apple-themed learning activities with your kiddos?