Instead of the typical leaf rubbings (white printer paper and crayons), try experimenting with different types of paper and drawing utensils.

Materials:

• Wax paper
• Parchment paper
• Tracing paper
• Crayons
• Colored Pencils
• Oil pastels
• Clipboard

Directions:

1. Place a leaf and paper of your choosing on a clipboard. Experiment using crayons, colored pencils, and oil pastels on different types of paper. Make sure to use light pressure on the tracing paper as it will rip easily.

2. Cut your leaves out and display on a larger piece of paper or on a window.

3. Use this opportunity to go over the parts of a leaf with your child. See image below.

Thanks to the Edventures Blog for the fresh take on a classic craft.