Leaf Art

Spend the day talking about seasons and leaves!! Start out by reading I Am A Leaf by Jean Marzollo. This is a great little book that takes you on the journey of a leaf through four seasons. (Note: it does talk about chlorophyll but when we read that part my 3 year old didn't ask, so I didn't worry about it). Then show pictures trees in all four seasons, and discuss how each season is different and how it affects the trees.

Finally, take your little one(s) outside and collect leaves of different shapes and colors. You can do green leaves for summer, colored leaves for fall, and blossoms and green leaves for spring. Winter is tricky.... :)

Take your leaves inside and flatten them with a heavy object. Then arrange the leaves onto white or colored paper and glue them on. You can also do leaf rubbings with crayons!

Get Creative with Leaves!