Students learn about the history and culture of Mexico and itspeople through the art of the mask. Learning activities center around thestory of the flag of Mexico & ancient Aztec culture, ancient pictographs of indigenous animalsof the New World, and the Spanish influence after the landing of Cortez. Students are also introduced to a modern holiday that ties the two cultures together--Dia de los Muertos.Program Format
1. Students are introduced to Aztec culture through a mask from the museum collection.
2. Next, students discuss the flag of Mexico, it's symbolism, and identify the Aztec emblem in the center of the flag (founding of Mexico City-- Tenochtitlan).
3. Students begin the build the eagle mask (first stage of puppet building).
4. Students identify Mexico City on a map and travel back in time to the days of the Aztecs (just before Cortez arrived in 1519). The spiritual center, chinampas (farm life), and the warrior class are discussed through images and mask art.
5. Students build second stage of puppet.
6. Students participate in an interactive lesson to identify ancient pictographs of animals indigenous to the New World. Mask images are shown.
7. Students progress to third puppet building stage.
8. Students explore Mexico once Cortez landed on its shores by tracing his steps through maps and masks representing his travels and conquest. The blend of Aztec & Spanish cultures is highlighted.
9. Students finish the puppet.
10. Students are introduced to Dia de los Muertos, a Mexican holiday that is an example of the blended cultures of Mexico.
11. Students view a video clip of a parade during Dia de los Muertos to end the program
Interactive Cost: $145.00
BULK BOOKING DISCOUNT: Book 8 programs and the 9th is FREE.
Patty Petrey Dees
1404 Spring St., NW @ 18th
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 881-5117
Fax: (404) 873-9907
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