May 12, 2026
Our 6th graders in Mr. Baresel’s class have been traveling across the globe—without even leaving their desks!
To dive deeper into their unit in South Asia, students explored the history and architectural beauty of the Taj Mahal. But they didn't just read about it; they became artists themselves. Using the traditional technique of Indian Batik, students designed and created stunning vibrant representations of this iconic landmark. Batik is an ancient "wax-resist" dyeing technique used to create intricate patterns and designs on fabric (usually cotton or silk).
To dive deeper into their unit in South Asia, students explored the history and architectural beauty of the Taj Mahal. But they didn't just read about it; they became artists themselves. Using the traditional technique of Indian Batik, students designed and created stunning vibrant representations of this iconic landmark. Batik is an ancient "wax-resist" dyeing technique used to create intricate patterns and designs on fabric (usually cotton or silk).