Metepec Suns

Fourth Grade students discussed the tradition of pottery in Mexico by taking a closer look at the clay suns produced in Metepec.  The making of pottery in this area goes back a thousand years due to the clay deposits found in the soil in Metepec.  The clay suns are painted brightly and often hung outside the home as a symbol of good luck.  Students looked at examples of these sun designs and were challenged to create a design of their own.  Students created a collage using tagboard and covered it with foil and colored sharpies to complete their design.