Today was Pioneer Crafts day; the kids got to learn how to make cornbread in a solar oven from cornmeal they ground themselves, make butter for aforementioned cornbread, and hand dip candles made from melted wax and crayons (for color). Basket weaving had been part of the plan, but as we've learned with past classes, sometimes you have to be willing to change plans mid-stride!
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The lovely and talented Beth was our hostes |
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| With additional help from Kelli |
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| And an assist with lemonade making and cornmeal grinding by Robert |
It was a hot day but all the kids were in top form, with interest in the activities and a real desire to make, do , see, participate. We were so proud of all they did.
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| Here's Lily and Sajen bringing the Solar Ovens outside to set up |
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| Grinding cornmeal for the cornbread |
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| Making cornbread in the kitchen |
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| Making butter from cream |
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| BUTTER! |
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| Chili made by Beth, cornbread & butter made by co-op kids |
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| Candle making |
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| Proud kids, just getting started with their candles |
To see all the photos from our day, see the slideshow below!
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