A Leaf's Imaginary Transit Map
Turn the branching lines of a leaf into a tiny transit system.
Time: 5–10 minutes
Use a leaf you already have, one you can see nearby, or a leaf you remember. No collecting is needed.
Try this idea
- Follow one branching line with your eyes, or imagine a line running from stem to tip.
- Name three stops along the route, such as Dewdrop Square, Beetle Bend, and Last Light.
- Choose one unusual destination beyond the leaf and imagine what the connecting service looks like.
A smaller version
Name one stop on the stem.
A good place to stop
Three station names and a destination complete your map.
Make it work for you
Picture a simple leaf with three branches if fine visual detail is tiring. Nothing needs to be held.
Another way in
Follow the folds of a blanket or the grain of a tabletop instead.