Weaving is an art activity that most students enjoy. I prepared the paper and cardboard looms with larger openings for the Kindergarten class. Students had a choice from a variety of yarn. We discussed how you can create patterns by using regular or textured yarn.
By using our fingers to weave in and out, over and under, around and through, we learned to coordinate our eyes, hands, and minds. Some students made changes in the middle of the weaving because they were not happy with the results. Problem solving came into play when they were trying to decide on which yarn type to use and how, by using a different hand motion, they could create a different pattern.
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These are amazing- I've never seen looms cut like this before. It must have taken you a long time to cut all the looms!? Great work by your students- so textural!
ReplyDeleteYes, beautiful compositions with attractive color combinations. Suggestive forms.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the idea of the larger loom!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are really unique. I haven't seen weaving done quite like this before...Did your students have to follow a specific pattern of wrapping or was it up to them to create their own patterns for the weave?
ReplyDeleteThe students were free to create their own patterns.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting art work and unique creations !!!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week !!!
Great colours and some fantastic yarns. Well done to everyone :)
ReplyDeleteJan
I really like this "free form" weaving style. Big notches in the loom seems like a great idea for the little ones.
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteSuperb work!
ReplyDeleteFantastic idea!!Very beautiful colours!!!Bravo Maria, and students!!!Kisses from Greece.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of this lesson! it is wonnnderful!!
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Bonitos trabajos felicidades!!! he decidido ponerlos en practica con mis alumnos..
ReplyDeleteHow fortunate to have so many trees nearby, they can be so inspirational. The students have made some wonderful art using their nature finds....
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year to you all
Xxx
Sue
Hi, Great post. I found you through the blog hop. Now following you.Please stop by and say hi when you get a chance.
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http://lenettacarnes.blogspot.com/2013/01/weekly-goals-linkup-3.html Thanks again
Lenetta