The target age for this particular lesson was 6th grade. It think that is a great level for the interest but many students will already be familiar with Macrame by that time. I think this could be done as early as 3rd or 4th grade. Project requirements were to have a spiral shape, at least 3 beads, and be at least 3 inches long. I am experienced with macrame and quickly made one long enough for a bracelet. The final bead at the end was a way to hook the bracelet around my wrist.
Extending macrame into other subjects is particularly difficult. Again a historical study of macrame could be employed (S.S.). My mother made a macrame bracelet with industrial strength cord and wears it as an emergency preparation (FACS). You could also discuss the making and history of beads (science).
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