Artifact Craft
Create your own masterpiece!
Goal:
Goal:
Using items from your home, create a replica of a Native American artifact you just learned about.
Use the ideas below to get started.
Arrowhead or Cutting Tool
Pottery
Jewelry
Arrowhead or Cutting Tool
Materials Needed:
- clay
- play dough
- rocks
Directions:
Form the clay or play dough into an arrow-like shape. You can also place rocks in an arrow shape and form play dough over them to hold them together.
Pottery
Materials Needed:
- clay
- play dough
- paint
- plastic knife
Directions:
Form clay or play dough into the shape of a cup, bowl, or other dish. Use a plastic knife to make designs on the outer surface. If using clay, allow clay to dry and then paint.
Jewelry
Materials Needed:
- clay
- play dough
- pipe cleaners
- string
- beads
- shells
Directions:
If using clay or play dough, roll into balls. Connect balls to pipe cleaner by pushing the pipe cleaner through the balls. If using beads, cut string to desired length of necklace and string beads.