Macrame

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).