Native Dyes

 

2^nd grade students used materials from the Discovery Garden to learn about the ways Native Americans dyed clothing and other materials.

Some dyes used included black walnuts, dried mint, acorns, madder, and marigolds. They dyed fabric placemats that will be donated to families in need this Thanksgiving.

Pansy Patterns in Kindergarten!

 

kindergarteners took advantage of the warm October weather to plant their AB, AABB, pansy pattern garden. Did you know that pansies are edible? They are often candied and used as garnishments in salads and on cakes.