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Watercolor Leaves

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Students explore autumn leaves. In this autumn instructional activity, students read a story about fall and discuss why leaves change. Students examine fall leaves and trace leaves onto paper. Students may use watercolors to decorate their leaf.

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fall leaves, fall

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fall leaves, fall season, leaves changing color, science
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Resource Details

Grade
K - 2nd
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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