Week one they made an armature and covered it with papier-mâché. Like this:
Week two they painted. (If you want to try this project, use acrylic. Tempera tends to crack.)
Week three was the week for final touches:
Adding hair.
...and clothes. That's Laura Ingalls Wilder...
...and Davy Crockett.
Amelia Earhart in progress.
Sojourner Truth and one of the Wright brothers.
Jackie Robinson, Paul Revere, and Rosa Parks.
Walt Disney in primary colors.
Another interpretation of Harriet Tubman.
...and clothes. That's Laura Ingalls Wilder...
...and Davy Crockett.
Amelia Earhart in progress.
Sojourner Truth and one of the Wright brothers.
Jackie Robinson, Paul Revere, and Rosa Parks.
Walt Disney in primary colors.
Another interpretation of Harriet Tubman.
All the second graders' sculptures were displayed in the school's spring art show, celebrating these young artists and historical figures--reminders that our nation breeds courage, perseverance, and innovation.