Butterfly Tales

crayola supplies

Crayons
Markers
Glitter Glue
Construction Paper

household supplies

none

Why

Children spread their creative wings with this imaginative activity that helps them understand perspective and size. Flutter around further with a story from a butterfly's point of view.

Steps

1. Draw several colorful butterflies with Crayola® Washable Markers and Crayola Washable Crayons. Draw several different sizes. Think about markings you have seen on butterflies. What colors and markings are found on butterflies in your area?
2. Add flowers, insects, grass, and other natural surroundings. Draw these objects as a butterfly would see them in size. Give your butterflies sparkle, or add dew, with Crayola Glitter Glue.
3. Write a story or poem as if you were a butterfly. How do the flowers smell? How tall do trees seem? Where do you like to go?

When & Where

"Our daughters are fascinated by butterflies. Their drawings are so accurate."
- Chandra J., home-school mom of 6-year-old twins.

"We went outside several times to observe butterflies in their natural habitat. Then we drew and wrote our stories."
- Tierra W., family child care provider.

Interesting Info

Artists use the visual element of space to show perspective, size, and distance. Placing objects higher on the plane of the picture, or smaller, makes them look farther away. Objects drawn or painted lower on the picture, or larger, look closer.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.