Two years ago, my family headed outside to rake leaves. We had such a great time jumping in piles and running around, and my mom suggested we remember the moment by each picking a favorite leaf and making a leaf rubbing with them. I hadn’t thought about making leaf rubbings since I was in Kindergarten, so I was shocked at how great the artwork looked. Since then, this is the craft that jumps to mind as soon as I see the leaves turning orange and falling from the trees.
Supplies:
Leaves
Crayons
Paper
Steps:
1)  Find your leaves. It usually works best to pick it straight from the tree or find one that has recently fallen. If they’re a little wet you can place them between sheets of paper towels.
2)Â Â Pick a few crayons out and peel the paper wrapping off.
3)Â Â Take a piece of printer paper and put it over a leaf. Rub the peeled crayon over the paper length wise, and enjoy the majesty of nature.
4)Â Â Repeat with several leaves on the same sheet.
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You can frame your finished craft, have your friends sign it, or just tack it up on your wall!