Geometric Weaving Lesson Plans & Worksheets Reviewed by Teachers

Curated OER

Philippine Banig Weaving

For Teachers 4th - 6th

Students create a Philippine banig mat. As part of designing and creating the mat, the class is introduced to the tropical rain forest of the Philippines and how the environment impacts the lives of the people. Individuals also discover...

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Bead Weaving on a Loom

For Teachers 5th - 7th

Students investigate the process of weaving and how Native Americans wove beads on looms. They research Native American geometric patterns online, design a pattern on graph paper, and create a patterned beaded band.

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Weaving with Seed Beads on a Bead Loom

For Teachers 5th - 7th

Students describe, and try, the process of weaving and demonstrate how Native Americans and others wove beads on a loom to create long, narrow bands for hair and bracelets.

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Multicultural Math Project

For Teachers 6th

Sixth graders examine where mathematics came from. In this Math History lesson, 6th graders complete various activities to understand mathematical reasoning. Students complete critical thinking questions.

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Visual Elements in the Giant Kites of Guatemala: Shape, Rhythm, and Color

For Teachers 4th - 9th

Students view pictures of and discuss geometric shapes included in kites from Guatemala. They discuss the repetition of shapes and how that creates a motif. Students draw three concentric arches across their paper. They create a design...

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Tansai Sumi Painting

For Teachers 1st

First graders study Japanese art and apply the technique of Tansai Sumi (lightly colored) to create individual works of art. Painting, design, lines, and drawing techniques are covered in this 1st grade lesson.

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Exploring Meaning In Native American Art

For Teachers 3rd - 6th

Native American artwork includes symbolism that will inspire students' own work.

See Review

Curated OER

Quilting: The Story of the Underground Railroad

For Teachers 3rd - 5th

Students explore quilting. They read and discuss the book, Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt. They research African American quilting traditions on the Internet and name three common qualities in quilts. They create a quilt block...

Get Free Access See Review

Smithsonian Institution

The Fabric of Moroccan Life Find the Design

For Students Pre-K - 1st

The designs found in Moroccan weaving and textiles often come from things of everyday life or from basic geometric shapes. Given on this site are seven examples of common designs for you to explore and enjoy.

Get Free Access See Review

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Multicultural Math Fair: Navajo Burntwater Designs

For Students 3rd - 8th

Simple instructional activity designed to help students learn the geometric concepts of translation, reflection, and symmetry by creating Navajo weaving patterns. Includes templates and instructions and is available in English and...

Get Free Access See Review

Other

Art With Mrs. Filmore: 1st Grade Art Lessons

For Teachers K - 1st

This site offers a variety of art lessons that use various media. Each project includes instructions and pictures of the students' completed artwork.

Get Free Access See Review

Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Rug From Asia Minor

For Students 9th - 10th

The design of the rug is a mihrab (prayer direction niche) with a triple arch. On top of the arch, there are several narrow horizontal bands of stylized geometrical and floral designs. Archaeologists refer this particular rug to the city...

Get Free Access See Review