Foster creativity and connection to nature with this leaf craft for kids!
One of my favorite things about art is how compatible it is with other subjects.
This art project accompanies the children’s book Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert. In other words, this art lesson helps you make the most of your limited instruction time!
Here’s how we did this beautiful nature craft.
Supplies:
- Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
- A sheet of heavy white drawing paper
- Glue
- Gathered leaves in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors
- Googly eyes (optional, but kids love them!)
Directions:
- Collect a variety of leaves from outdoors. Softer leaves will work best for this art project (as opposed to dry, crunchy leaves).
- Read aloud Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert. Pay special attention to how the artist has created creatures out of leaf arrangements.
- Arrange your leaves onto a sheet of paper into a creature of your choice. What picture makes sense for the leaves you have found?
- Glue your leaves in place.
- Add googly eyes to your creations!
Looking for another art project that uses leaves? Check out this blog post on creating leaf prints with washable marker.
Needing another art project with a children’s literature component? Check out this full lesson plan for a collage inspired by Faith Ringgold’s book Tar Beach.
Happy collaging, friends!
