Why do leaves change color

Why do fall leaves change color? It's a question that everone wonders at some point in their young life. Here we break it all down for you.

Leaf colors ~ Red, orange, & yellow are present in leaves at all times. During the growing season green chlorophyll dominates, until it begins to break down in the fall allowing the other pigments to be seen. #anthocyanin #carotene #xanthophyll #autumn

The best fall science experiment for kids! What makes leaves change color? Learn the science and do a cool chromatography art with this lab.

With this cool Leaf Chromatography science experiment, kids can see the different pigments found in leaves and answer the question, "Why do leaves change color?" Download a free printable leaf color chart too.

This hands-on activity shows how leaves change color. (Hint: the yellow is there all along, but only gets revealed when the green chlorophyll breaks down.)

Have you ever wondered just what the actual reason for the leaves to change colors in the Fall? Let's look at the real reason that leaves change color in

Sunlight – Carbon Dioxide – Glucose – Water

Fall is a great time to go for a nature walk and collect leaves. Here are 11 easy ways to study leaves in your homeschool!

Why do leaves change color? Explore the science behind the seasons with students and discover what makes leaves change their colors from summery greens to brilliant fall shades!

Learn the science behind Fall Leaves with this simple science activity for…