Look, then try.
Spread out all your rubbings and choose a big idea: a forest with tall rubbing trees, a rainbow sorted by colour, a leaf family portrait, or a pattern that repeats like wallpaper. Fill the whole page. Layer rubbings on top of each other, try two colours on one leaf and leave some spaces calm and empty. Give your picture a title at the bottom and sign your name like a real artist. When it is finished, hold it up and tell someone about your favourite part.
An adult helps with scissors when cutting out rubbings. Collect fallen leaves from the ground, or pick with permission, and brush off dirt and insects. Wash hands after handling leaves. Nothing you find outside goes in your mouth.
Use a finger, stylus or mouse in each drawing box. Type below it, or ask a grown-up to write your words. Your work stays in this tab. Save before refreshing or leaving.
My big idea
Choose your idea: a forest, a rainbow, a pattern or something brand new. Sketch the layout lightly.
Make the picture
Fill the whole box with your rubbings and crayon details. Take your time.
Gallery time
Give your picture a title and sign it. Then tell someone about it, or describe it here.
Your ideas belong here. There is no score.
What are we learning?
Turning separate studies into one composition teaches planning and choice. Naming a picture and explaining it builds pride and confidence in talking about art.
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Open the individual cartoon activity sheet to print or save. Use portrait orientation and fit to page.
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How to Make a Leaf RubbingLay a leaf down, rub gently and watch its pattern appear.
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Compare Two LeavesPut two leaves side by side. What is the same? What is different?
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Look Closely at My LeafBecome a leaf detective: the tip, the edge, the veins and the stem.
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Make a Leaf CreatureTurn your rubbings into wings, scales, fur or feathers.
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