make a simple flower press

Sears Island’s May activity kits for kids: Wildflower identification, pressing

Thu, 05/06/2021 - 12:45pm

Story Location:
Carver Memorial Library
Searsport, ME
United States

SEARSPORT — Friends of Sears Island will be offering free grab-and-go activity kits this month for children themed around identifying and pressing wildflowers blooming in May and June.

This month’s kit will include materials to make a simple flower press and crafts with pressed flowers, including flower suncatchers, glass candle votives, and a bookmark. Educational handouts about the parts of a flower, common Maine wildflowers, and project instructions will be included, as well as some wildflower seeds to scatter in your yard.

The kits are free and intended for children ages 5-12.

“Donations to Friends of Sears Island are always greatly appreciated to allow the organization to continue to offer programming to all at no cost,” said Friends, in a news release.

Quantities are limited and will be distributed to families on a first-come, first-served basis.

To request a kit for your child, please email outreach@friendsofsearsisland.org. After receiving a confirmation email, families can pick up their kits from May 19-31 at the Carver Memorial Library, in Searsport.

To learn more about Friends of Sears Island check out www.friendsofsearsisland.org or facebook.com/friendsofsearsisland.