Paper Weaving

 Activity: This was the lesson that was presented to us by Ehtha, Colton, and Kaitlynn. What we did was paper weaving. What we did was we listened to a read-aloud and learned about the traditions of paper weaving. We had to write down 3 takeaways that we learned from their presentation of paper weaving on a notecard. Then we had to have a smaller piece of construction paper and make one-inch marks across the page and then one-inch marks going down until we reached the end of the page. Then we cut the one-inch marks going down. We then had 9 pieces of cut construction paper that we had to create a pattern for the first time lifted all the papers that said 1 and then we put glue on the pieces of paper that said 2 then we laid one piece of the cut construction paper and then folded that back over the top of the cut construction paper. Then we repeated that except we lifted the 2 and glued the one and layed a different color of contraction paper. We just repeat that process until all of the cut construction paper is used up. Then, we glued our project onto the big piece of construction paper. Then we wrote down our takeaways from the notecard onto the paper. 

Extension Activity: An excellent extension activity for this paper weaving project could involve incorporating cultural exploration and storytelling. Students could research a specific culture or tradition that uses weaving, such as Kente cloth from Ghana or Native American basket weaving. After learning about their chosen culture, they would create a second weaving project inspired by the patterns, colors, and symbolism associated with that tradition. For example, students could design their weaving to include bold colors and geometric patterns reminiscent of Kente cloth or earthy tones inspired by indigenous designs.

Once their new weaving project is complete, students would write a short paragraph or create a presentation explaining the cultural significance of their chosen style and the meaning behind their design choices. This activity deepens students' understanding of weaving as an art form and fosters a connection between art and cultural history. To conclude, students could display their work in a class "Weaving Museum" and explain their projects to peers, promoting both creativity and cross-cultural appreciation.