Mandala Project: 6th Grade is Seeking Recyclable Parts

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Sixth grade students will be studying ancient Asian cultures as part of their social studies curriculum. We’ll examine the origins of Hinduism and Buddhism and consider their influence on Asia and the rest of the world in both ancient and modern times. During the third trimester, we’ll be creating a large mandala, a geometric design used as a meditation aid for both Hindus and Buddhists. This art form is also seen in Christianity in symmetrical designs used for rose windows and the Celtic cross. Under Ms. Stouten’s direction, we’ll use items that can be recycled or would otherwise go to the landfill to create a colorful mandala that can be displayed on campus.


This project was inspired by the work of Bryant Holsenbeck, who was a visiting artist at Canterbury in 2009. She recently created a huge mandala on the campus of UNC-Chapel Hill and has done similar work elsewhere.

COLLECTING

We are collecting materials for this project NOW! Please begin your collection at home. A simple bag or box in a central location is all you will need for your collection of:

• DRINK CAPS

• BOTTLE CAPS

• MILK JUG CAPS

• JAR LIDS

• LAUNDRY DETERGENT CUPS

• ANY OTHER SMALL, ROUNDISH ITEMS THAT WOULD BE CAST OFF

BE SURE TO RINSE ITEMS BEFORE COLLECTING!

Please bring items to school where they will be sorted for color.

Dates for mandala creation are TBD. You will be the first to know!