Dec. 6, 2017

Haumana recreate the Nativity Scene using local and Native Hawaiian materials while using the Design Thinking process.

Contributed by Tiare Sanchez

An inquiry-based discussion and research led Papa ʻElua (2nd), ʻEkolu (3rd) and ʻEha (4th) to
re-create the Nativity Scene using local and Native Hawaiian materials while using the Design Thinking process. This includes haumāna having to empathize (with the consumer of the product, in this case) , ideate (brainstorm design), plan steps, create prototype, test, and improve (make necessary improvements to prototype). Some of the materials being used are kukui, kou, maiʻa (banana) leaf, ti leaf, ahinahina, koa, sand, shells and various other materials found around campus. Designing Nativity Scenes using materials we are familiar with helps us to identify with the story of Jesusʻ Birth and allows to share the true meaning of Christmas with others.

Submitted by: Kumu Jill Lucas, Innovation Specialist/Learning Center Kumu