The Scarab Beetle's Role in Egyptian History: Art projects for kids

 


The scarab beetle was also called the dung beetle because of its practice of rolling a ball of dung across the ground which it then used as a food source. ... In ancient Egyptian religion the scarab was also a symbol of immortality, resurrection, transformation and protection much used in funerary art.




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This month's projects: Ancient History Theme


 
 
Studying ancient history themes in art helps kids connect creative expression to human roots. It builds visual literacy, sparks imagination through myth and legends, and fosters empathy by showing how past cultures communicated their values. [1, 2, 3]
Boosting Creativity and Learning
  • Visual storytelling: Ancient art relies on bold symbols, gods, and heroes, which naturally inspire kids to invent their own narrative drawings and comics. [1]
  • Hands-on projects: Clay pots, hieroglyphic scrolls, or mosaic tiles turn abstract history facts into tactile, fun art-making experiences.
  • Cross-curricular links: Merges history, geography, and storytelling into one project. [1, 2, 3]
Developing Empathy and Perspective
  • Universal human feelings: Kids realize children and families long ago shared similar hopes, fears, and playful imaginations.
  • Cultural appreciation: Exploring diverse origins outside their own modern world expands global awareness
 

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Moai of Easter Island - Art projects for Pre-K to 3rd Grade

 


Easter Island is famous for its stone statues of human figures, known as moai (meaning “statue”). The island is known to its inhabitants as Rapa Nui. The moai were probably carved to commemorate important ancestors and were made from around 1000 C.E. until the second half of the seventeenth century.

 
 
 


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Art Inspired by Lois Mailou Jones



 Throughout her career, Jones has championed the international artistic achievement of African-American art. She has also been an important role model for other African-American artists, particularly those involved with her design and watercolor courses at Howard University from 1930 to 1977.




A special thanks to Kathy Barbro who created the project you see: CLICK HERE

 

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