Students Receive a Knitting Confidence Boost
How knitting helps students with disabilities
We look at our passion for knitting as a relaxing outlet for passing time. Creating the perfect piece for that special someone is a joy we pursue every chance we get.
For some, knitting is a way for them to build their self esteem and recognize their self worth as they complete a project with pride.
Knitting Skills and Increased Confidence
Peggy Colwell, a teacher for students with disabilities at the Foothill High School in California, uses knitting as a means to improve the student's tactile skills, and confidence.
Read more about this inspirational story at Redding.com.
The 15 students have developmental disabilities that range from moderate to severe. Each student in the class is able to work with the plastic circular looms to create durable, lasting memories to share with their friends and family. One girl in the class even made a hat for her Chihuahua.
Local volunteers come join the class to assist the students with their daily knitting projects. It's a great way to share some of the good stuff inside the heart of every knitting aficionado.
Check out the programs at your local school. A whole new team of recruits for the knitting bandwagon is just waiting for someone to find them.
