Learning About Inuit Culture: Soapstone Carving Inuksuit

Reminders:

• Tonight is the Royal Oak School Family Skate from 5pm to 7pm
• Lockdown tomorrow!

Learning Highlights:

• Today we had the opportunity to take part in some Inuit Culture - carving soapstone for our Arctic investigation. We made Inuksuit out of the soapstone. We learned that soapstone means soft rock - it feels soapy when wet and it is being carved. 

• First, we rubbed the belly of the Inuksuk for good luck
• Then we dipped the Inuksuk in the water to give it a bath.
• Next, we rounded the sharp edge with a rasp.
• We also added "belts" at the head, and legs.

• Afterwards, we used nails to add lines and make it look like multiple stones put together.

• Finally we added oil to make the colors shine through! 

Here are some finished products! They each have their own unique colors and patterns