“Changing Leaves, Changing Light: Seasonal Shifts” Class #1

Focus: Trees, photosynthesis, and early fall ecology
Art Connection: Color mixing with fall palettes (chalk pastel & acrylic).
STEM Activity: Leaf chromatography and light experiments.
Writing/Reflection: “Our Tree in Autumn” illustration and poem.
Learning Goals
● Explain photosynthesis and why leaves change color.
● Identify deciduous vs. evergreen trees.
● Learn color mixing and palette work.
Art Focus
● Fall color-mixing workshop – chalk or oil pastels.
● Four Seasons Tree – Autumn version.
Supplies
Pastels, chromatography paper, rubbing crayons, recycled paper, glue, leaves.
Week 1: Leaf physiology and color experiment (chromatography).