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Introduction
Introduction
2:04
About Crochet
Crochet Origins
1:26
Why Crochet
3:34
Getting Started With Crochet
Supplies and Vocabulary
1:53
Building Upward with Single Crochet
10:18
Building Upward with Double Crochet
11:37
Crochet With Students
Materials and Project Ideas
3:54
Finger Crochet
2:33
Crocheting a Scarf
Creating the Rectangle
8:14
Adding Yarn and Changing Yarn Color
6:15
Finishing and Adding Fringe
8:31
Crocheting a Hat
Creating the Cylinder, Finishing and Adding the Pom-Pom
13:05
Conclusion
Conclusion
1:06
Unlock Certificate: 5 Questions
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Getting Started With Crochet
4 PD Hours
1 Integrate functional fiber arts into your curriculum with foundational crochet skills and lesson ideas.
2 Create opportunities for choice and personal expression when creating crocheted items.
3 Develop scaffolded learning opportunities for students to progress and grow skills in crochet.
Hook your students with projects that highlight both form and function! In this PRO Pack, facilitator Caitlyn Thompson shares everything you need to get started with crochet. By the end of this Pack, you’ll be able to create simple projects like hats and scarves. Use your new knowledge to bring the same techniques into your classroom. Crochet is perfect for after-school groups, art clubs, fundraisers, and advanced students.
Connected K-12 Art Educator Framework Competencies
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
5. Engagement
B. Designs scaffolded instruction to facilitate student learning
STUDIO PRACTICES
7. Media and Techniques
A. Selects best practices when teaching media and techniques to students
B. Scaffolds media and technique skills for students according to age and ability level
8. Creativity
B. Designs instruction to allow for freedom of expression and independent thought within student work
Caitlyn Thompson
Elementary Art Teacher and PRO Facilitator
Caitlyn "Coach T" Thompson believes everyone is an artist in their own unique way. She coaches her young learners through artistic challenges with the goal of building confidence and independence. Her mission is to build the art muscles of young humans using the power of growth mindset and self-discipline.
Discussion
Resources
Getting Started With Crochet Basics: Tools & Terms
Yarn Types, Properties, and Uses
Crochet Project Ideas
Crocheting a Simple Scarf Step by Step
Crocheting a Simple Hat Step by Step
Links
Do Crafts Have a Place in the Art Room?
Why Fiber Arts Make a Fantastic Art Club Alternative
Always Moving Forward (Ep. 189)
Exploring Ideas in Fiber Arts (Ep. 300)
10 Fantastic Fiber Artists Your Students Will Love
How to Easily Infuse Fiber Arts Into Your Curriculum
3 PD Hours
17 Videos
14 Resources
