Laissez les bons temps rouler! Create your own festive Mardi Gras masks with a lesson that provides background information on the celebration and instructions about constructing the masks.

Concepts

mardi gras, crafts, masks

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Additional Tags

visual and performing arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide historical and cultural background on the Mardi Gras celebration
• Have learners bring in art supplies from home to share with the class

Classroom Considerations

• Designed for seniors in a retirement home, but applicable for students of any age

Pros

• Provides photo examples and extension activities
• Includes a list of materials that are not difficult to acquire

Cons

• None