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The Kwakwaka'wakw are indigenous people from Vancouver Island and British Columbia. The class analyzes a Kwakwak'wakw ceremonial mask, how it was used, and its cultural significance. They then create animal masks representing their favorite animals. Art, culture, and creation!

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critical thinking, art analysis, masks, visual literacy, ceremonies

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art analysis, critical thinking, masks, visual literacy, animal masks, art project, ceremonies, culture and art, culture and dance, kwakwaka'wakw tribe, ceremonial mask, social studies
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K - 5th
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Social Studies & History
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