Clover Collage

crayola supplies

Paint Brushes
Washable Kid's Paint
Blunt-Tip Scissors

household supplies

recycled newspaper
leaves
paper towels
container(s) of water
recycled file folders

Why

Whether you're Irish or just like green, celebrate the color in its most natural form with a clover-shaped collage.

Steps

1. With an adult, walk outside to gather safe green leaves. Search for a four-leaf clover! Pick only with permission. Wash hands thoroughly. Or collect recycled green items indoors, such as ribbon, coupons, or fabric scraps.
2. Use Crayola® Scissors to cut off the tag of a recycled file folder. Cut the folder in the shape of a clover if you like.
3. Spread newspaper over your work area. Paint the entire file folder with a thick layer of green Crayola Washable Kid's Paint and Paint Brushes.
4. While paint is still wet, arrange your green items into a collage. Everything will stick when the paint dries. Notice how many different shades of green there are!

When & Where

"The children found dandelion leaves and a moss-covered rock. What a nice way to welcome spring."
- Marjorie K., home-school parent of children ages 4 and 7.

"This all-green collage was the perfect fit for a St. Patrick's Day project that included science."
- Stan P., neighborhood center volunteer.

Interesting Info

Did you ever wonder why ribbons are awarded in blue for 1st place, red for 2nd, yellow for 3rd, and green for 4th place? One theory is that the blue represents the sky, red is next as the sun, yellow is for the stars thought to be below the sun, and green is last for the grass.

Safety Guidelines

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Outdoor Crafts—Choose safe outdoor areas, away from traffic and dangerous equipment. Close adult supervision is required.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.