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Leaf Rubbing Art

Make it⏱ 5 minutesAges 4-10

The veins carry water through the leaf. Now kids can see them.

Let's do it ↓

Grab this

  • 3 leaves
  • Paper
  • A crayon with the paper peeled off
Supplies for Leaf Rubbing Art

Do it in 3 steps

Leaf Rubbing Art step 1
1

Put leaves under the paper, bumpy side up.

Leaf Rubbing Art step 2
2

Rub the side of the crayon over the top.

3

Watch the veins of the leaf appear.

Tinker Ted with a stopwatchDO IT WITH ME

Your turn! Beat the clock.

Press start, then put the screen down and build. We'll cheer when time is up.

5:00

⭐ Bonus round

Try tree bark or a coin.

🧠 Why it works

The veins carry water through the leaf. Now kids can see them.

A grown up should be nearby for every challenge. Clean up together when you are done.

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