Weaving for our Potlatch party

The children applied the weaving skills which they've practiced to make gift boxes for our Potlatch party. We observed the beautiful clothes on the Coast Salish doll, which Deb brought in for the children.We discussed about how first nation people make yarn and how to colour the yarn. The children shared their ideas about using sunflowers, berries or charcoal to make coloured yarn.

 

Deb and Mary also explained why Coast Salish people have the Potlatch party. Coast Salish people prepare feast and give gifts to their guests. As well, they dance and celebrate together. In addition, first nation people have a habit of giving the first fish they catch in a year to others, in order to wish for more fish and to show their thankfulness to Nature.