My sixth graders just re-created classical sculpture masterpieces
using the plastic tape body casts. This was a GREAT way to study
classical sculpture and also to discuss nudity in art and the
difference between nudity and pornography.
(Don't worry... the sculptures we re-created were CLOTHED! )
Becky
On Fri, Apr 4, 2008 at 4:14 PM, Karen Argus <mcaulays@bigpond.net.au> wrote:
> Thanks for the great idea of the plastic wrap models.
>
> My P-3 class has just completed a unit on 'Superheroes' where we looked at people in our community, society and ourselves and found what made them 'superheroes'.
>
> Making the life size models of themselves was a fantastic way to include parents and to create a representation of themselves.
>
> Thanks again for the idea.
>
> Karen
> Queensland, Australia
>
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