Made plaster black plague doctors mask

Art

• The child learned how to work with plaster and create a three-dimensional mask.
• They explored the use of black color to represent the plague doctors' masks.
• They practiced sculpting and shaping the plaster to create the desired mask design.
• They gained an understanding of the historical significance of the black plague doctors and their role during the plague.

History

• The child learned about the black plague and its impact on Europe during the medieval period.
• They explored the role of plague doctors and their distinctive masks in treating the infected.
• They gained insight into the fear and desperation caused by the plague and how it shaped society at that time.
• They developed an understanding of the medical practices and beliefs during the black plague era.

Continued development related to this activity can include researching more about the black plague and its impact on art and history. The child can explore other historical masks or costumes and create their own interpretations using different materials and techniques. They can also try experimenting with different colors to represent various emotions or themes in their artwork.

Book Recommendations

• The Black Death: The Great Mortality of 1348-1350 by John Aberth: Explores the history and impact of the black plague, including its social, economic, and cultural consequences.
• The Plague Tales by Ann Benson: A historical fiction novel that follows the lives of two women in different time periods, both affected by the black plague.
• The Black Death by Gary Jeffrey: A graphic novel that provides an engaging and accessible account of the black plague and its consequences.