Originally Posted by
Grambi
I would keep it simple as I'm sure many of the kids have never been exposed to sewing of any kind. You want this to be a fun and positive experience for them, not a frustrating one. Matching seams relies too much om perfect 1/4" seams and that takes some time to learn so I wouldn't consider a pinwheel. Someone suggested a 10 min block and I think that's a great one, too.
REEEEEallly think about that block...this thing takes a half dozen times for experienced quilter... people write in about it all the time about the trouble they are having remembering how to hold and fold and sew... i thought the idea about contacting the other teachers and coordinating another subject would be great... you know how kids always think there is no practical reason for math... this is it!