Activity: Use the Sumerian Cunieform writing below and write your name on self-hardening clay. Have fun !
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How to make a Stylus:
- Use small sections of bamboo or chopsticks.
- Use 120-200 grit sandpaper and lay it flat on a table.
- San the top of the bamboo or chopstick into a rectangle with 90 degree edges on all 4 corners.
- Take one of the longest rectangle sides and sand a 30 degree angle on its’ edge.
- You should now have a stylus like the one shown above.
How to make self-hardening clay:
- Pour 2 cups of all purpose flour into a bowl,
- Add 1 cup of salt,
- and 1/4 cup of cornstarch.
- Pour 1/4 cup of white glue over it and
- add enough water until it feels like dough.
- Add more glue if it does not feel like dough.
- Now it is ready to use or store in an airtight bag.
- After your Cunieform writing, let air dry.
Student Artwork from Mosier Community School…..if you would like your artwork here, please email me asherart98@gorge.net