Canopic Jars
The Canopic Jar workshops is
suitable for age 6+ and requires a 3 day residency
on site. The ancient art of canopic jars is
Egyptian in origin and is presented to the
children with visual and historical information
making this workshop ideal for developing
historical knowledge and and introduction
to ancient cultures.
Because of the techniques involved in producing
a canopic jar, this residency can be linked
to your DT, history and art syllabuses. Differentiation
can be achieved by using alternative techniques
for creating the jars. Bellow there are images
of jars made from wire frames and balloon
paper mache.
During the workshop the children will be
taught about the history of canopic jars and
how they were linked to the Egyptians belief
in an afterlife. The participants will be
encouraged to think of the jars as 'memory
boxes' for them to keep something special
in.
The theme for the lids can vary. The examples
shown here were inspired by the children's
star signs and personalities.
Imagery is used throughout the workshop ranging
from slides to posters to help the children
with their understanding of authentic colour
and shape
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