Autumn is upon us, and that means leaving the hot summer weather behind. With the change in temperatures comes a change in activities for your family. So why not take advantage of the cooler climate with some family-friendly activities that you and your kids are sure to fall for? Of course, the brisk fall air is ideal for some great outdoor adventures, especially when you consider that winter is right around the corner. {relatedarticles}Naturally, the changing foliage is always a spectacle for everybody to see. Take the kids on the walk through the woods, the fields or a city park. Collect leaves and save them for fall-themed art projects. If you're feeling really creative, have kids bring along a notebook or sketchpad where they can journal their surroundings or draw a picture of the nature scenes.

If you live in states where apples grow, why not take the kids to an apple orchard? Make a day out of it - picking, picnicking and enjoying the fruits of your labors. If the leaves have already begun to fall, use the leaves to make a scarecrow, using the foliage along with some old clothes and trash bags.{relatedarticles}Top it off with a pumpkin. How about planting some fall foods for this season? Pumpkin seeds, squash, mums and more are all at your fingertips. On the weekends, plan for a campout. Enjoy a bonfire where you can roast marshmallows, a cookout and some hiking. The weather is still warm enough to enjoy a clear, crisp night under the stars. Last but not least, Halloween is right around the corner. Take the time to get in the spirit of things and decorate your house.