Nature Craft with Leaves and Flowers: Fun DIY Projects for Kids
Looking for a fun and eco-friendly way to keep kids creative? Try nature craft with leaves and flowers! These hands-on projects use real materials from the outdoors—perfect for classrooms, homeschool, or weekend fun. Plus, kids learn about nature while they create!
- Leaf Rubbing Art
A classic and easy activity using just crayons and paper.
Steps:
Collect dry leaves of different shapes.
Place a leaf under a sheet of paper.
Rub over it with a crayon (sideways).
- Flower Petal Collage
Create beautiful designs using real flower petals.
Steps:
Pick colorful petals from safe, non-toxic flowers.
Arrange them on paper in shapes (butterflies, hearts, etc.).
Glue them gently and let them dry.
- Nature Crown or Bracelet
Let kids feel like forest royalty with wearable crafts!
Steps:
Cut a strip of paper or cardboard to fit around the head or wrist.
Use tape or glue to stick leaves, petals, and small flowers.
Wrap and secure it in place.
- Pressed Flower Bookmark
Combine creativity and reading with this beautiful DIY.
Steps:
Press flowers and leaves between book pages for 3–5 days.
Glue them onto thick paper strips (bookmark size).
Cover with clear tape or laminate to protect.
- Leaf Animal Art
Make animals using leaves of different shapes.
Ideas:
Round leaves = fish bodies
Long leaves = tails or ears
Use black markers to add eyes and faces
