Mask+Making


 * Mask Making**

Mask making is the creation of a shell-like structure that covers or adapts to the face and is embellished with paint, graphics, feathers, or other materials. The intent is to create a functional work of art that enables a performer, with minimal costuming, to take on a different appearance or role, mimic an animal or bird, or assume a godlike persona. Masks are often deemed to have religious attributes and are believed in some cultures to have powers to fend off evil spirits.
 * Description**

The teacher:
 * Method**
 * may plan with the teacher-librarian to provide opportunities for students to research and gain information about the history of masks and mask making;
 * develops a purpose and plan for mask making in the classroom;
 * demonstrates the creation of masks for a variety of purposes;
 * provides materials for students to create masks;
 * provides time and opportunities for students to present their masks in an appropriate way to an appropriate audience.

Mask making:
 * Considerations**
 * involves understanding and insight into the original purposes of masks;
 * requires a variety of materials to create attractive and functional products;
 * requires awareness and sensitivity, because masks have ceremonial and spiritual meanings in many cultures.


 * Illustrations From The Mathematics Classroom**

Consider: [] (Tlingit) [|www.gov.yk.ca/pdf/Yukon2010_english_sm_web.pdf] (Tlingit)
 * Elementary**
 * symmetry
 * patterns
 * shapes
 * size
 * attributes
 * cultural function and significance

Demonstrate an understanding of line and rotation symmetry. (Grade 9 - Outcome C5) Consider: [] [|www.gov.yk.ca/pdf/Yukon2010_english_sm_web.pdf]
 * Secondary**
 * symmetry
 * patterns
 * shapes
 * size
 * attributes
 * cultural function and significance