Quilting in Kindergarten Has Begun
Source/Author: Kindergarten Teachers
February 19, 2016
Making a quilt in Kindergarten has been a tradition for over 14 years at Shorecrest. This tradition has inspired exciting project work. Student learn and understand more about the art of quilting when they embark on the endeavor of making their own individual quilts.
A project motivates students to gain knowledge that they will remember longer. Projects give students the chance to apply the skills they learn in school to personally relevant and real-world situations. Students learns skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and making presentations through project work. These skills help students succeed in the future, both in school and in today’s world.
Throughout the kindergarten quilt project, students will be driven by the question, "Does a quilt do more than just keep people warm?"
Through Phase 1, students share stories and ask questions about quilts. They bring in quilted materials from home, from blankets to bags, jackets, pot holders, etc. Some of these items hold stories that students share with the class.
Through Phase 1, students share stories and ask questions about quilts. They bring in quilted materials from home, from blankets to bags, jackets, pot holders, etc. Some of these items hold stories that students share with the class.
In Phase 2, the grade learns about quilts and quilting. During this time, kindergarteners visit the Upper School to see and hear the story of the T-shirt quilt hanging there, and to a Jo-Ann Fabric store to see the variety of fabric and tools available. Guest experts share many stories and lessons about quilting that touch on all areas of our curriculum.
In Phase 3, students choose to represent their learning in a variety of ways and make presentations to parents and students in other grade levels to share their new knowledge.
Parents can support this project in many ways. One way is to discuss the project at home, encouraging your child to think hard and ask questions about quilts and quilt making. New volunteer guest experts are always sought after. We can't wait for you to see the final results of each students' quilt!
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