Masks are such a great way to introduce your students to other cultures. They can also help students explore their own identities or celebrate people they admire such as fictional characters or personal heroes. Creating masks with plaster gives students the chance to work with new materials and ensures they’ll be able to enjoy their finished work for years to come.When introducing your students to mask making,
it is important to share many types of masks from a variety of cultures. Share the many uses for masks and talk about the similarities and differences between the masks you view.
I like to show my students a slide presentation, so I can cover a lot of material at once. You might include masks used for special ceremonies, those used for a masquerade ball,
and even masks worn by children for Halloween.By sharing a variety of masks,your students will begin to get ideas for their own work.We all know our students may need a little,push in the inspiration department from time to time. Give your students an opportunity to research on their own.
