A Guide to Fun and Creative Flower Activities for Kids

Flowers are a wonderful medium for engaging kids in activities that inspire creativity, curiosity, and an appreciation for nature. Here’s a florist guide to flower-related activities that are fun, educational, and suitable for a variety of age groups.

1. Flower Pressing

Materials Needed:

• Fresh flowers

• Heavy books or a flower press

• Parchment or blotting paper

Instructions:

1. Pick or gather flowers, making sure they are dry.

2. Place the flowers between two sheets of parchment paper.

3. Place the paper inside a heavy book or a flower press.

4. Leave the flowers to press for about 1-2 weeks.

5. Use the pressed flowers to decorate cards, bookmarks, or art projects.

2. Flower Petal Art

Materials Needed:

• Assorted flower petals

• Glue

• Paper or cardboard

Instructions:

1. Separate petals from the flowers.

2. Arrange the petals on paper to create pictures or patterns.

3. Glue the petals in place.

4. Let the artwork dry and display it proudly!

3. DIY Flower Crowns

Materials Needed:

• Fresh flowers with stems

• Floral wire or pipe cleaners

• Scissors

Instructions:

1. Measure the floral wire or pipe cleaners to fit around the child’s head.

2. Wrap the wire into a circle, securing the ends.

3. Attach flowers by twisting their stems around the wire or tying them with string.

4. Let the kids wear their creations as crowns!

4. Flower Scavenger Hunt

Materials Needed:

• A list of flowers or flower colors to find

• A basket or bag

Instructions:

1. Create a list of flowers, shapes, or colors for the kids to find in a garden or park.

2. Guide them on a walk as they search for the items on their list.

3. Celebrate with a small reward for finding all the flowers.

5. Flower Science Experiment

Materials Needed:

• White flowers (like daisies)

• Food coloring

• Clear glasses or jars

• Water

Instructions:

1. Fill the jars with water and add a few drops of food coloring to each.

2. Place the stems of the white flowers into the jars.

3. Watch over the next 24-48 hours as the flowers change color, demonstrating how plants absorb water.

6. Growing Flowers from Seeds

Materials Needed:

• Flower seeds

• Soil

• Small pots or a garden plot

• Watering can

Instructions:

1. Choose easy-to-grow flower seeds, like sunflowers or marigolds.

2. Fill pots with soil and plant the seeds according to the packet instructions.

3. Water the seeds regularly and watch them grow.

4. Encourage kids to keep a journal to record the plants’ growth.

7. Making Potpourri

Materials Needed:

• Dried flowers

• Essential oils

• Small bags or jars

Instructions:

1. Dry petals from fragrant flowers like roses or lavender.

2. Mix the dried petals with a few drops of essential oils.

3. Store the mixture in small bags or jars.

4. Use the potpourri as a natural air freshener.

8. Flower Photography

Materials Needed:

• A camera or smartphone

Instructions:

1. Take the kids to a park or garden.

2. Show them how to frame shots of flowers from different angles.

3. Print the best photos and use them to create a photo collage.

9. Floral Cooking (Edible Flowers)

Materials Needed:

• Edible flowers like pansies, violets, or nasturtiums

• Ingredients for cookies, salads, or drinks

Instructions:

1. Research which flowers are safe to eat.

2. Add the flowers to salads, bake them into cookies, or freeze them in ice cubes for drinks.

3. Enjoy the meal together!

10. Flower Storytime and Crafts

Materials Needed:

• Storybooks about flowers

• Craft supplies

Instructions:

1. Read books like The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle.

2. Follow the story with a craft inspired by the book, such as making paper flowers or painting flowerpots.

Tips for Success:

• Always supervise younger children, especially during activities that involve scissors, wire, or plants.

• Teach kids to respect nature by only picking flowers from their own garden or with permission.

• Incorporate educational elements, such as the science of pollination or the cultural significance of flowers.