Unity Quilt Project

Week 5 Activity - Detailed Instructions

Learning Objectives

Students will create individual contributions to a group project
Students will understand how individual pieces create something beautiful together
Students will develop fine motor skills through fabric art

Materials Needed

Fabric squares (8x8 inches each)
Fabric markers or crayons
Iron (adult use only)
Needle and thread for assembly
Backing fabric for completed quilt
Display area for finished quilt

Preparation Steps

1Cut fabric squares in advance
2Set up workstations with fabric markers
3Plan design themes for each student's square
4Arrange for adult help with sewing assembly

Step-by-Step Instructions

Explain how quilts are made from many individual pieces

Give each student a fabric square to decorate

Encourage students to include symbols of what makes them special

Allow multiple sessions for students to complete their squares

Have adults help sew squares together into rows

Assemble rows into completed quilt

Display finished quilt prominently in classroom

Have each student share about their individual square

Assessment

Observe students' creativity in designing their squares
Note understanding of individual contribution to group project
Document fine motor skill development
Assess ability to explain their design choices

Teaching Tips

Provide examples of quilt patterns for inspiration
Take photos of each square before assembly
Consider having families help with sewing if possible
Plan a special unveiling ceremony for the completed quilt

Extension Activities

Additional ways to extend and enrich this learning experience

1
Research traditional quilting in different cultures
2
Create smaller quilts for classroom stuffed animals
3
Learn about the history of quilting bees and community
4
Display the quilt at school events to share with other classes

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Collaborative Art

Multiple sessions over 1 week

Individual squares, collaborative assembly