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Paint like a petal

Learn about the science of petal colour and use real pigments from plants and special flower tricks to paint like a petal.

Information
Where
Cambridge University Botanic Garden 
Key Stage
KS2
Curriculum
Science
Theme
Natural World,
Science
Type of Activity
Painting,
Making
Type of Session
Self Led

Flowers are nature’s artists.  Blues, purples, yellows and reds - they come in an amazing rainbow of colours and shades.  Download this activity to find out the science behind petal colour, make your own petal paint and create a beautiful bouquet of paper flowers.

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