Knitting for Peace
Richmond Regional High School CLC
With the assistance of CLC
coordinator Siu-Min Jim, a local knitting expert and retired music teacher was
recruited to work with a group of Secondary Cycle 1-Special Needs students. Inspired by an international program called Knitting for Peace, the students are producing
blankets, scarves, socks etc. for needy individuals and families.
Starting in February 2013 the
students worked on the knitting project once a week during a science &
technology block. The knitting project linked to math through the communication
of mathematical language and reasoning, including patterns, number sequences,
algebra, and geometry. Knitting
connected to science and technology-through material properties and
design.
Beyond service to the community,
there have been a number of positive benefits for the students. According to Mr. Evans...
"the knitting project has been improving counting and motor skills, and seeing mathematical patterns in our work. Through knitting, we are learning a new language and interpreting new symbols to turn patterns into beautiful knitted objects".
Mr. Evans also points out the
important socialization aspect of interacting with an elderly community member
has been as important as the learning of the technical skill.
You can read
more about the project by clicking here.
