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A leaf's autumn journey
Write and illustrate a short story from a leaf's point of view.
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A little plan for play
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Paper, a pencil and child-appropriate crayons
Age: 6–12 years; choose for the individual child.
Set up: Write the prompt at the top of the page: Where might a leaf travel after it leaves its tree?
Adult's role: Read the prompt if needed and let the child choose the story. Offer to write down their words or help with spelling when asked.
Let's make it happen
- Imagine a leaf leaving its tree. Choose where it starts and where it might go.
- Write a few sentences about what the leaf sees, what happens along the way and how its journey ends.
- Draw a picture for the story. Read it to someone if you want to share it.
Make it simpler: Draw the leaf's journey and tell the story aloud instead of writing it.
Clean up: Put paper, pencil and crayons away.
Sharing is optional. Use child-appropriate drawing supplies and keep them away from younger children.