1st grade students were introduced to weaving by weaving paper strips through a paper loom. Students looked at Kente Cloth from Africa to get inspiration for their weavings. They read the book "Kente Colors" by Debbi Chocolate and discovered that the artists in Africa use certain colors purposefully in their weavings because the colors have a special significance. Students also discussed the purpose of creating this kind of artwork. (To use as clothing, or a blanket, etc.)Students also spent a lot of time on creating the patterns on their paper strips, after looking at patterns that can be found on traditional Kente Cloth.
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