Weber State University - Acorn Yearbook (Ogden, UT)

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Cfje Alcorn of tlje (KLlcbcr j takc gcabemp losses. Every child’s game contains the germs of future growth, and it is not safe for us to interfere without careful thought. Thus we see that these instincts are given by God, and are necessary for the child’s perfect development. —Minnie M. Brown. domestic rts The classes in the Domestic Arts are the largest known in the history of the department. The girls arc beginning to realize the importance and necessity of the Domestic Arts de- partment. There are seventy-three girls registered for first year saving. The models on hand sewing which must be completed before machine sewing is begun, have all been completed and the ward- robe is being filled with well-made garments. The second year class, thirty in number, are doing very good work. With the models the girls are able to draft their own patterns. On account of the large classes, it has been impossible for Mrs. Evans to give the lectures, but very important suggestions have been given from the blackboard. Many more girls are registered fn the Art Needle work class this year than last. A great variety of work has been done, colored embroidery, point lace, French laid, eyelet embroidery, mant melleck, drawn work, etc. Although the class has worked under great difficulties, having no special hours, their work has been very good. It is hoped that next year these difficulties will be overcome, and that the new building will make possible a special room for this class. Although Mrs. Evans has had one hundred eighteen pupils, she has worked very successfully for the welfare of her girls. We hope that next year the most essential part of our insti- 16]

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tEIje gcorn of tfje ®Hcber g tafee cabcmp to think that it is a heaven born instinct, which, by giving him experience and knowledge, aids his development. In other words, he sees an effect, and in searching for a cause, gains the power to think. It is the duty of guardians to direct this inquisitive dispo- sition to investigation of proper things, and along proper channels. We must say to Johnnie not only “Don’t take your new watch to pieces,” but also, “You may help me clean the machine, or the bicycle.” Another important instinct in children is the desire to im- part any newly acquired knowledge to others. The little child who first sees a rainbow, runs straightway to tell someone of his wonderful discovery. Children are continually bringing sticks, leaves, and pebbles to be admired by mother. This tendency is never outgrown, and to it, we owe all our recorded knowledge. The poet who discovers a beautiful thought is eager to give it to the world; the painter who imagines a lovely picture eagerly gives it to his fellows. This desire to tell what we know is often abused by gossiping. When children come to us with their tales of wonders found, we ought to encourage them by giving interest, attention, and appreciation. Most children love the beautiful, and seem to be attracted by bright colors and by flowers and pretty clothes. We must be careful not to repress this tendency too much, but by guiding it wisely, lead to appreciation for less obviously attractive things. The instinct of activity has many forms of expression. A normal child finds profit and pleasure in restlessness, lovely games, shouting, running, throwing balls, etc. Physical growth, and general development result. A longing for wild, barbaric, monotonous noises also char- acterizes the child, and if allowed and indulged, will pass into love for harmonious sounds. The child instinctively seeks the association of other children. He will play games with others and will thus exercise his ima- ginative, imitative and dramatic powers. He will organize with others—form a union as it were—and share gains and [15

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ZEfje gcorn of rfjc 2£leber tafee Stabcmp tion may have even a more successful class. The Domestic Art and Domestic Science work will go hand in hand. With more room, and an assistant teacher to help Mrs. Evans, we look forward to an ideal Domestic Department. —Anna Barker. Domestic Science The object of the Domestic Art and Science is to train and broaden the minds of women and to enable them to meet more intelligently the home demands of modem life. When a young woman has learned to apply the principles of science to the problems of daily living, she will realize that housekeeping is an occupation worthy of the best efforts of the brightest minds. Formerly the higher education of woman led her away from the practical interest of the home—not so today. Her interests are increasing in home development, and with the stand Utah has taken, our young women will soon lead those who com- menced this career several years ago. This year, owing to the crowded condition of the school, little has been done in Domestic Science. Two classes, how- ever were organized, in which much interest was manifested and good work done. To the advanced girls, a chafing dish course was given. They were taught how to make clear and cream soups, bullion, many appetizing preparations of eggs, different methods of cooking oysters, desserts and candies. At the end of the course, the girls served a chafing dish luncheon to eight of their friends. The class in household science has been studying foods, as to their sources, the process of manufacture, the conditions in which they are found in market, and the methods of preparation adapted to each. Sanitary conditions of the kitchen and store rooms were discussed. General rules of measuring and mixing food materials and their proper proportions and combinations were taught. [17