This term, Year 6 have been learning about Mayan Stelae which are large stone monuments created by the Ancient Maya Civilisation. They are intricately carved slabs of stone and were used to commemorate important events, rulers and dates in Mayan history. They provide valuable insights into the culture, religion and politics of the Ancient Maya.
Year 6 studied a range of Stelae and identified some of the common carvings (such as Mayan glyphs). They then designed their own stelae, drawing on their research. Many children chose to add faces or glyphs meaning 'jaguar'.
Then, children created their wire frame by bending, twisting and shaping wire. This was to form the basic structure of their stelae.
Finally, children used clay to create slabs and assemble their stelae. They then used tools to add their own carvings.
