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Molded Clay Faces

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Artists create clay masks using pre-formed molds, clay, glitter, feathers, gems, and paint. The expressive qualities of clay are perfect for creating many different types of face masks, from Mardi Gras glitter to Japanese Kabuki to African ceremonial masks. The possibilities in this lesson are endless!

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mardi gras

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clay masks, mardi gras, visual and performing arts
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Grade
K - 8th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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