Camp Out Day / Leaf and Flower Crowns
Leaf and Flower Crowns
Children collect fallen leaves and flowers and attach them to card bands to make nature crowns.
How to run it
- Measure and fit a card band to each child's head.
- Go on a walk to collect fallen leaves, flowers and grasses.
- Attach the finds to the band with tape or glue.
- Wear the crowns for a parade or photo.
You will need
- card strips
- sticky tape
- PVA glue
- collected leaves and flowers
Make it easier or harderYounger children use tape; older children weave stems together without tape.
SafetyAvoid prickly or toxic plants and only pick fallen or permitted items.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 4Collecting natural materials connects children with their environment.
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