Lively Leaf Spraying

crayola supplies

Color Wonder™ Paper
Glue Sticks
Color Wonder™ Sprayer

household supplies

leaves
paper towels
natural materials (stones, shells, dried plant sprigs)

Why

Capture the beauty of leaves and petals in an all-new way! With the Crayola Color Wonder™ Sprayer, create stunning, sprayed-on silhouettes any time of year—and with no mess.

Steps

1. With an adult, collect safe, fallen leaves, seed pods, and other natural items outdoors. Ask permission before picking flowers.
2. Arrange several leaves on Crayola Color Wonder™ paper. Overlap them to create an interesting design.
3. Follow the directions for using your Crayola Color Wonder Sprayer. Spray the leaf-covered paper with different colors. Move the leaves into different positions and spray on more colors. Remove the leaves.
4. To frame your Lively Leaf art, attach it to construction paper with a Crayola Glue Stick. You could even glue on some of the leaves for a 3-D effect!

When & Where

"The kids found shells and driftwood on the beach. We adapted this project to fit our summer camp theme. "
- Jon B., playground director.

"A nature hike provided us with some great leaf shapes. This project really highlighted our finds."
- Nyrobi K., family child care provider.

Interesting Info

The raffia palm of the Mascarene Islands in the Indian Ocean, and the Amazonian bamboo palm of South America and Africa, have the largest leaves of any plants. They grow to a length of up to 65 feet (20 m).

Safety Guidelines

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

Color Wonder™—Wash hands well with soap and water after use.