Lessons learned from yarn work
Coulee News - March 30 2006
In Deb Kroll’s second grade class at Onalaska’s Northern Hills Elementary, knitting is weaving its way back into fashion.
Yes, the old-fashioned way of making clothing has made a return in the form of hats, socks, and scarves, all made by the hands of second graders.
For about two months, the second graders were allowed to knit in their free time during class. The reward for finishing their reading activities early is a comfortable seat on the classroom couch with their Nifty Knitters and their balls of yarn.
“Knitting is an art, or craft, that has gone away from our society,” Deb Kroll said. “It’s a great way for the kids to learn not only how to knit, but valuable life lessons as well.”
So what can an “information superhighway” generation child learn from a “county highway” craft?
“I’ve learned about patience,” said Kasara Miller, who has already finished making one hat and was on to another.
“It teaches us to listen,” said Blake Williamson, who is working on a hat he wants to give to his brother. [more]
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