Learning objectives
To decorate a picture with leaves and/or petals.
Resources needed
- Paper
- Colour pencils, paints, or markers
- Glue
- Leaves or flower petals
Leaf portrait
Decorate a picture with leaves or flower petals
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}Target level: All the family
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cTime: 30 minutes
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uLinks to geography and science
Instructions
- Collect leaves and petals (ones that have already fallen so you do not harm the trees or flowers).
- Draw a picture, such as of an animal or members of your family.
- When you are happy with the drawing, glue the leaves and petals to it. Be creative: make hair, clothing, fur, scales and anything else you think might work.
- You can write a description next to your creation and your name as the artist.
Ways to include all learners
- You can use printed photographs instead of drawing pictures.
This activity was devised by Claudia Blandon, Research Assistant, University of Plymouth.
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