Danish Paper Hearts

Mrs. McNamara's class was lucky to have special guests this week in art.  My oldest son and his wife, who is Danish, came to our class.  The class learned about Danish culture, and how schools differ in Denmark.  The students were fascinated to learn that Danish students have much more recess, and can play in the woods and ride bikes during school recess.  Both Isaac and Cecilia answered many questions.

They also learned how to make a Danish woven paper heart, which all students do at Christmas time in Denmark  They use red and white paper to make these which are Danish flag colors.  

We chose our own colors and all the students completed at least one heart-this was no easy feat.  It is much more difficult than it looks!  I was proud of them for sticking with it, and we will practice again just to make sure they can do it on their own.





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My name is Sarah Turner and I am your student's art specialist at Saint Rose School. I have a B.A. in Communications from University of Toledo and have been active part-time in the creative arts and teaching throughout my time at home with my six children. I have had four children graduate from Saint Rose and my youngest two are in the fourth and eighth grade here. I love this school! My literature based curriculm incorporates diocesean standards and teaches the elements of art and use of art mediums and tools in an engaging way. We have a blast and also work hard in our art studio to produce our "best work ever" every day.