Sticks and Stones...

... may break my bones, but teaching children to knit is exhausting!

Day 3. I have 2 6/7 classes learning to knit, a 6/7 class miffed that they haven't started, and some 8s that are downright annoyed that their term isn't long enough for me to squeeze it in.

I may have to hide the amigurumi apples on my desk, since one boy keeps begging to buy one off me.

It took the better part of two classes to get everyone casting on, and today was the day that the newbies started to achieve a knit stitch! They were so excited, some actually Whooped when they realized that they did it!

Most are persevering... some have simply walked away. I told them that their mark is in the attempt. If they actually make something it's bonus marks (as many as they want!) But as long as they give it a good try, they will get a good mark, even if they don't complete the project.

I've acquired another dozen pairs of needles, thanks to a donation and a Value Village spotting. I might still try out the chopsticks. I found some nice ones in the mall - nice enough I wouldn't even have to sand them, and they were cheap, 10 pairs for 3 bucks or something? There are bulk ones that could use a sanding for even less.

I'd like to try making needles as an upcycling project. Don't tell the grade 8s, but I do have a project for them too, but since our timeline is so tight, it's going to be quick and easy... and made from paper. And then they get to make popcorn balls... but that's going to make an interesting post next week.