a lei for you!

Aloha! Today we traveled to Hawaii for Kalei's lesson. After learning some of the language, we were ready to make our own leis for May Day. In this fourth grade lesson, we used watercolor paper with bright colors and cut our flower shapes. After we cut out our watercolor flowers, as well as construction paper flowers, we began constructing our leis.

With a piece of yarn and a bobby pin, we strung on the paper flowers and pieces of cut straws for the stems. We were asked to include at least 24 flowers. After we completed the project we were asked to give our lei to a special person.

An extension for this project could include researching other Hawaiian traditions. After researching a tradition, such as food, activity, dance, or song, the students can then present to the class. A larger extension would be to explore something unique about each of the 50 states.

Have a creative day!
Marissa