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Goshen College: Abstract Expression in Clay Lesson PlanGoshen College: Abstract Expression in Clay Lesson Plan
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Goshen College
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9th - 10th
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Goshen College: Abstract Expression in Clay

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This is an interesting approach to creating a ceramic vessel with texture. The lesson plan calls for stomping on the clay and attaching pieces of clay by throwing them together. This lesson could be a lot of fun, but exercise caution and judgment.

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abstract art, ceramics, clay, texture

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ceramic lesson plans, expression in art, slab method

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