September Bucket List and Journal! Free Download!
- Samantha
- 6 days ago
- 4 min read
Ready for some September adventures? Our new blog post is live and packed with ideas for a memorable month, plus a FREE September Bucket List and Journal to help you capture every moment! From outdoor adventures to tasty treats, get ready for a September filled with fun. Click the link below to grab your freebie and start checking off these awesome activities!
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Our September Bucket List & Journal is here, brimming with 19 fantastic activities to make the most of the month! From classic outdoor fun like fall bird watching or going on a leaf hunt to making delicious fall treats like pumpkin bread and apple pie, your children are sure to find new adventures to love. The best part? These activities offer wonderful opportunities for shared family moments and lasting memories!
Keep reading for more exciting ideas! Along with the activities listed below, you will find links to some of our popular units that will help enhance your learning!
1. Fall Soccer ⚽
Head outside for a friendly game of soccer. Whether it’s at a field or in your own backyard, this is a great way to get moving and burn off some energy.
2. Fall Birdwatching 🐦
Bring along binoculars and a notebook. See how many migrating birds you can spot, and sketch or jot down your favorites. CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF OUR BIRD LEARNING RESOURCES
3. Back-to-School Celebration 🎉
Mark the start of a new homeschool year with a special breakfast, balloons, or even a “school year kick-off” party. CLICK HERE FOR OUR BACK TO SCHOOL RESOURCES
4. Visit a Pumpkin Patch 🎃
Take a trip to a local farm and let your kids pick out their own pumpkins. Bonus fun: plan a pumpkin decorating day afterward! CLICK HERE FOR OUR PUMPKIN RESOURCES
5. Drink Apple Cider 🍎
Warm or chilled, apple cider is the perfect cozy fall treat. Pair it with a good book or an afternoon picnic. CLICK HERE FOR OUR APPLE LEARNING RESOURCES
6. Make a Scarecrow 🌾
Gather old clothes, a hat, and some straw (or leaves), and create a family scarecrow to display in the yard. CLICK HERE FOR OUR FUN SCARECROW BOOK UNIT
7. Bake Pumpkin Bread 🍞
Fill your home with the sweet smell of pumpkin spice. This is a delicious recipe for kids to help with measuring and mixing. CHECK OUT OUR DELICIOUS RECIPE BOOKS HERE
8. Visit a Fall Fair 🎡
From rides to games to yummy treats, fall fairs are full of festive fun. Look for local fairs and plan a family outing.
9. Fall Picnic at the Park 🧺
Pack a basket with sandwiches, fruit, and cider. Sit under a tree with colorful leaves falling around you—it’s simple, but magical.
10. Watch a Football Game 🏈
Cheer on your favorite team together. Even if you don’t follow football, the snacks and camaraderie make it a fun family night.
11. Plant Fall Flowers 🌸
Mums, pansies, and asters bring gorgeous color to your garden this season. Let kids help choose and plant them. CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT BULBS AND BLOSSOMS
12. Harvest Corn 🌽
Whether you visit a cornfield or simply cook up some fresh corn at home, this is a hands-on way to celebrate the harvest. CLICK HERE FOR OUR HARVEST NATURE STUDY
13. Go Apple Picking 🍏
Spend a day at an orchard and fill your baskets with crisp apples. Later, try baking apple pie or making applesauce together. CLICK HERE FOR OUR FREE FIELD TRIP PLANNER
14. Hike 🚶♀️
Take a trail walk to enjoy the crisp air and changing leaves. Bring along a nature journal for kids to record what they see.
15. Fall Foliage Hunt 🍁
Turn leaf collecting into a game. Who can find the brightest red? The largest leaf? The most unique shape? CLICK HERE FOR OUR LEAF NATURE STUDY
16. Bonfire 🔥
Gather around a firepit for marshmallows, hot cocoa, and storytelling. It’s the perfect way to end a cool autumn evening.
17. Bake Apple Pie 🥧
From rolling out the crust to slicing apples, this is a delicious family project—and the reward is sweet! CLICK HERE FOR MORE APPLE LEARNING
18. Collect Acorns 🌰
Take a nature walk and collect acorns. Use them for crafts, math counters, or simply as seasonal decorations. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ACORNS
19. Farmer’s Market 🛒
Visit a local market to explore seasonal produce, handmade goods, and fall treats. Let your kids pick something new to try.
20. My September Scrapbook 📖
Record your family’s favorite moments from the month! Use drawings, photos, or written reflections to capture memories.

Our monthly bucket lists are not just a list of adventures, but also a journal to document each special experience through drawings, writings, or photos, creating a beautiful keepsake of your summer fun. Download our September Bucket List & Journal today and embark on a month of discovery, laughter, and connection with your family