Soapstone carving - Inuit Art

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As we finish our unit studying the Inuit people and where they live, students were able to experience a traditional form of art, 'soapstone carving'. Today we had a chance to look at real soap stone and a real carving of an inukshuk. We talked about how this stone felt, and looked and what it would be like to carve the actual stone.

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Students were then able to use their soap and a popsicle stick to carve their own creation of a polar bear. It was a really fun experience!



Thank you for your donations of soap. Because many students brought extra (and Mrs. Halsall also brought extra), students will be able to have a second chance after the break to try and carve another polar bear. This will be a choice during our Montessori work period.

Thanks again for supporting the learning in our classroom!