Teach children about chameleons and their ability to blend into their surroundings. Have students draw a picture of their choosing. The picture could be of a city, farm or jungle. Then have students cut a chameleon shape out of clean cellophane. Glue the chameleon shape onto the picture and see him disappear into the scene.
Read entertaining books to help children learn more about the concept of camouflage. Read the book "Eggbert the Slightly Cracked Egg" by Tom Ross. The story follows Eggbert as he paints himself in various colors and patterns to fit in with his surroundings. Ask children to draw a picture of Eggbert hiding in the classroom or in their own bedroom. Ask them what colors and patterns Eggbert would have to paint on himself in order to blend into these environments.
Engage students in a game of "I Spy" to help them learn about the concept of camouflage. Before the game, put some items into the room that will blend in with the classroom. For instance, put a red paper heart on top of a red rug or cut out a clear cellophane flower and tape it to a window. Then start the game by saying, "I spy a heart" and see if any of the children are able to spot the item.
Show children various types of camouflage patterns. For instance, a hunter may wear a green themed camouflage outfit, while a soldier in the desert may wear brown camouflage. Have children create their own camouflage pattern using paper and crayons.
Another camouflage activity includes showing children pictures of various animals and insects who use camouflage as protection, such as the katydid and praying mantis. Then have children draw a picture of their favorite camouflaged animal or insect and display it on a bulletin board covered in a camouflaged pattern.