DIY Leaf Confetti Craft: Autumn Activity For Toddlers And Preschoolers
Get hands-on with nature and create beautiful, biodegradable confetti using leaves, flowers and herbs. This simple, sensory activity combines creativity with sustainability and it’s perfect for celebrating festivals or just playing outdoors!
Suitable for ages:
2-5 years
Recommended group size:
2-6 children
Activity Time:
20-30 minutes
Areas of development
Understanding the World, Communication & Language, Physical Development, Mathematics
Set up time:
10 minutes (Plus Optional Drying Time)
Clean up time:
None (It's Biodegradable!)
What you need:
- Leaves (Various Colours And Shapes)
- Hole Punches (Standard And Shaped)
- Bowl Or Box For Collecting Confetti
- Fresh Or Dried Flower Petals (Optional)
- Herbs (Optional)
What to do:
- Collect Leaves: Take the children outside to gather leaves. Encourage them to choose a variety of colours and textures.
- Add Flowers & Herbs (Optional): Pick fresh petals or herbs to add colour and scent. This enhances the sensory aspect of the activity.
- Dry the Materials (Optional): Lay out leaves, petals and herbs in a sunny spot to dry. This helps the confetti last longer.
- Punch Confetti: Use hole punches to cut shapes into the leaves. Let children collect their pieces in bowls or boxes.
- Sprinkle and Celebrate: Head outside and toss the confetti in the air! It’s a joyful, mess-free moment, and completely kind to the environment.
Tip!
As they collect and punch leaves, talk about the colours, shapes and textures they notice. You could also link the activity to seasonal changes and read one of your favourite books about it.
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