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Fall leaves turn fiery hues of gold, yellow and red. Use those colors to create luminarias, small paper lanterns, that can be used to teach about the transitioning colors of leaves in the fall and how light shines through different materials.
set up ideas:
Gather a variety of collage materials onto plates or trays so that children may easily grab the supplies that they wish to use.
Fall leaves turn fiery hues of gold, yellow and red. Use those colors to create luminarias, small paper lanterns, that can be used to teach about the transitioning colors of leaves in the fall and how light shines through different materials.
set up ideas:
Gather a variety of collage materials onto plates or trays so that children may easily grab the supplies that they wish to use.
let's get started
Gather the following materials: glue, glitter glue, fabric Fall leaves, foam leaves, natural leaves or other materials, glitter, and any other decorative materials desired. Encourage children to get creative in designing their lanterns!
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Fall leaves come in beautiful orange, yellow, red and brown colors. Incorporate science into this activity by discussing why leaves change color. You may also discuss light and illumination, as well as favorite fall activities such as campfires and playing in leaves.
Tips and TricksIf decorating the inside of the jar, it may be easier to pour about a teaspoon of glue into the bottom of the jar so kids can easily dip into it with a brush and spread the glue.
Follow up ActivityDarken the room and light all the luminarias using LED candles to see a beautiful display of warm light! Have the children note their observations about how light travels through the leaves.