Authored by Deborah Ivie
In this activity, you will use computational thinking to design your own quilt square. You can choose the fabric or paper version of this project: or do both!
In this activity, you’ll apply the four basic components of computational thinking: pattern recognition, decomposition, abstraction, and algorithmic thinking to design a quilt square, use coding processes to design a basic quilt square using paper or fabric, and redesign and iterate to change and improve your quilt square design.
How would you like to do this activity?
Hint: After completing the activity, don’t forget to
mark it as
complete to track your progress!
3 Different Patterns of lightweight quilting fabric (2 Fat Quarters or ¼ yard of Fabric A; 3 Fat Quarters or ⅓ yard of Fabric B; 3 Fat Quarters or ⅓ yard of Fabric C)
Paper version: 3 pieces of scrapbook paper of different colors/patterns
Paper version: Cardstock, poster board, or other heavier material to mount your project to
Paper version: Glue stick
Paper version: Decoupage
Paper version: Sponge paint brush
Paper version: Paper plate
Paper version: Ruler
Paper version: Scissors
Paper version: Clear tape
Paper version: Pencil
3 Different Patterns of lightweight quilting fabric (2 Fat Quarters or ¼ yard of Fabric A; 3 Fat Quarters or ⅓ yard of Fabric B; 3 Fat Quarters or ⅓ yard of Fabric C)
Paper version: 3 pieces of scrapbook paper of different colors/patterns
Paper version: Cardstock, poster board, or other heavier material to mount your project to
Paper version: Glue stick
Paper version: Decoupage
Paper version: Sponge paint brush
Paper version: Paper plate
Paper version: Ruler
Paper version: Scissors
Paper version: Clear tape
Paper version: Pencil
3 Different Patterns of lightweight quilting fabric (2 Fat Quarters or ¼ yard of Fabric A; 3 Fat Quarters or ⅓ yard of Fabric B; 3 Fat Quarters or ⅓ yard of Fabric C)
Paper version: 3 pieces of scrapbook paper of different colors/patterns
Paper version: Cardstock, poster board, or other heavier material to mount your project to
Paper version: Glue stick
Paper version: Decoupage
Paper version: Sponge paint brush
Paper version: Paper plate
Paper version: Ruler
Paper version: Scissors
Paper version: Clear tape
Paper version: Pencil
Overview
Grades 5-8
90 min
Topics
Computer ScienceCreative Arts
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