Going Out
Today we are exploring the leaves of the tree.
The size of the leaf can be affected by whether it is newly emmerged or has been out
for a while,which side of the tree it is on, whether it has been nibbled by anyone or how healthy the tree is.
If the tree is health and in a natural environment you will be able to have a good look about
and select a typical leaf.
Touch it- I wonder if it is soft or hard? I wonder if it is smooth or hairy?
I wonder if the veins are bumpy? Iwonder of the edges are jagged ?
I wonder if it is one continuous leaf or if it is made of leaflets?
Take a close look and take a photograph for later.
Going In
Use your photograph to draw a picture of your leaf.
Remember this is about impressions and looking, to get to know the leaf- not about a perfect
reproduction. Everyone observes and draws differently.
Carol's leaf.
Going On
Here is a short video about starting to categorise leaves by their composition and shape.
You can also go on to look at edges and how they attach to the tree