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After a quick study of Native American art, symbolism, and pattern design children make a ceramic vase. They read about the use, production, and design of Native American vases or pots, then use clay to create one of their own. Tip: Tailor this instructional activity by having learners focus their research on a local Native American group. 

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ceramics, clay, native american culture, patterns

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ceramics, native american art, patterns, native american craft, coil vase, symbolic design, social studies
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3rd - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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