Cultural Crafts: Women Around the World

Ciara McNearly

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Cultural Crafts: Women Around the World

Explore cultures through crafts

In this lesson, students will explore different cultures by creating crafts that represent iconic women from various countries. This activity encourages global awareness and appreciation for diversity and women's impact globally. It helps students develop creativity, cultural understanding, and respect for diversity.

Audience

Believers (Ages 7-8)

Time

45 mins

Approach

Explore cultures through crafts

Materials

Craft supplies (paper, scissors, glue, markers), Printable Cards: Iconic Women, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion about the importance of women in different cultures.
Explain that today, students will create crafts representing iconic women from around the world.

Step 2

Crafting Activity

30 mins

Distribute craft supplies and printable cards of iconic women.
Instruct students to choose a card and create a craft that represents the woman on the card.
Encourage creativity and provide assistance as needed.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

10 mins

Gather students to share their crafts and discuss the woman they chose.
Use discussion questions to guide a conversation about what they learned about different cultures and the impact of these women.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Recap the lesson by highlighting the importance of diversity and cultural appreciation.
Encourage students to think about how they can appreciate and learn from different cultures in their daily lives.

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Worksheet

Iconic Women Cards

Printable cards featuring iconic women from various cultures for use in the crafting activity.

Frida Kahlo - Mexico

Cleopatra - Egypt

Marie Curie - Poland

Malala Yousafzai - Pakistan

Amelia Earhart - USA

Discussion

Discussion Questions

Questions to guide a discussion on cultural diversity and the impact of women globally.

Who is the woman you chose and what did you learn about her?

Encourage students to share facts about the woman and her cultural background.

Why do you think it's important to learn about women from different cultures?

Discuss the value of diversity and understanding different perspectives.

How can we appreciate and learn from different cultures in our daily lives?

Explore ideas like trying new foods, learning languages, or celebrating cultural holidays.