Maybe they could carve/scratch petroglyphs on pieces of flagstone?  I'll 
check that out.  Thanks!

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From: "Misty Jackson" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Saturday, August 10, 2013 5:22 PM
Subject: Re: archaeology inspired art for kids


Cave and rock art throughout the world? I've seen it reproduced on rocks, 
and of course t-shirts. It can be as complex or simply as you or the 
students want, depending on the motifs chosen.

Misty


Misty Jackson, Ph.D., RPA
Arbre Croche Cultural Resources
214 South Main Street
Leslie, Michigan 49251

On Aug 10, 2013, at 2:22 PM, Susan Walter wrote:

> Hi All,
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> I am seeking inspiration for a new program that I am developing using 
> archaeological or ethnological examples.  There are 2 sets of classes. 
> One is a one hour program, the other is 2 1/2 hours long.  In both, the 
> children are divided by age groups of 4th-6th grade, and 7th through 9th 
> grades.
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> I want unusual (to our children) media, and I prefer subjects that 
> communicate through alphabets or symbolism, rather than are simply 
> decorative.  As examples, I'm considering Peruvian quipus, and Hohokam 
> shell etching.
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> So, have you ever admired a beautiful or unique communication from the 
> past - anywhere in the world - that you think would be cool for children 
> to be exposed to?
>
>
>
> S. Walter
>


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