Natural Dyes!

As part of the pioneer classroom unit, 2nd grade students experimented with natural dyes in science class.  We used hibiscus, marigold, onion, indigo, safflower, madder root and clover to create beautiful colors.  The students learned about the plants and then dyed swatches of fabric.  Next they will create "swatch boards" to illustrate how the plant dyes create such a variety of colors.