Mary Ruthsdotter the NWHP Project's Director created this activity for a presentation she did for second graders.  It was such a hit that we made it into a product for use in classrooms throughout the country. 

 Quilt Making Kit by Mary Ruthsdotter
An artful introduction to Women's History and geometric principles
This unique teaching unit on quilting, a traditional women's art form, introduces the history and basic principles of geometry.
Kit includes:
Complete lesson plan
Samples of quilted fabrics and quilt batting
Full-color sample blocks with presentation information on reverse 
Grades 1-6