Leaf Rubbings Wreath

As the crisp autumn leaves begin to fall, it’s the perfect time to turn nature’s beauty into a fun, creative activity with the little ones. A leaf rubbing wreath not only sparks imagination but also provides a great opportunity to teach kids about colors, textures, and the changing seasons — all while making a keepsake […]

“The Leaf Thief ” by Alice Fleming and Nicola Slater

Make leaf rubbings after reading The Leaf Thief: (The Perfect Fall Book for Children and Toddlers) by Alice Fleming and Nicola Slater with the children in your care. The Leaf Thief is a funny picture book that teaches kids about autumn, adapting to change, and the seasons. The main character is Squirrel and he loves […]

“My Leaf Book” by Monica Wellington and Making Leaf Rubbings

Weekly Trip to the Library One of the most visible indicators of autumn are falling leaves. In “My Leaf Book” a little girl gathers leaves. She uses the leaves to create prints and rubbings and adds them to her own leaf book. “My Leaf Book” is a delightful way to encourage children to identify leaves. […]