SEED BALL KIT: CREATE WITH A PURPOSE with Elaine Lassonde

Also known as seed bombs, this technique was used in ancient Egypt to repair farmland after annual spring
flooding. First Nations Iroquois also used similar natural gardening techniques in cultivating the three-sisters ‘
traditional crops (corn, beans, squash). Make every day Earth Day with the stamp flower seed ball kit. Find a
spot that needs some beauty and toss in some seeds. Rain will wash away the clay, the soil will help the
seeds sprout, and the world will be a bit more beautiful.

Themes: Other than Arts, the workshop incorporates elements of STEAM.

Materials: 500 g of clay, potting soil, seeds (wildflowers, morning glory seeds, sunflower seeds), wooden roller,
cutter circle, tools (popsicle, stick, stamp and/or recycle object use for decoration), 5 origami sheets to create
your own packaging to give to a friend or family, parchment paper or placemat.

Grade Levels: Kindergarten, Elementary Cycle 1, 2, 3, Secondary Grades 7-11

Artist Profile: Elaine Lassonde

Email: creationcoeuralart@gmail.com

Phone: (438)390-3040