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Kids in grade four through eight research Inuit artists and art styles. After a critical look at Inuit sculpture, they use those forms for inspiration as they create one of their own. They practice using the subtractive method of sculpture to complete their Native American style animal shapes. 

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native american culture

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native american art, inuit art, inuit sculpture, sculpture, Drawing, sculptural techniques, subtractive method, social studies
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Grade
4th - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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