writing about a mask

What

writing about a mask

When

10/22/2018

What the Masks Reveal?

In this lesson, students explore the cultural significance of masks by investigating the role they play in ceremonies and on special occasions in societies from widely separated regions of the world. They then reflect on masking behavior in American society, such as at Halloween and in the circus.

Provide each group with background information on their masks (available at the websites listed above) and maps they can use to locate the regions where their masks were created. You can print out outline maps of the Caribbean, the Arctic, and Africa in the "Atlas" section of the National Geographic

Answer :

What can masks tell us about the people who make them?

Learning objectives :

 To become aware of the social purpose and significance of cultural artifacts such as masks.

To recognize the influence that stereotyping can have on one's response to artifacts of a different culture or society.

To explore connections between cultures and societies -- including American society -- relating to their use of masks.

   

Activity . Discuss cultural significance of a mask

Conclude this discussion by having students suggest questions they would ask in order to understand the cultural significance of a mask. List their suggestions on the chalkboard. Among the questions that might appear on their list: