Materials:
1. Cardboard box or foam board (for the base of the longhouse)
2. Craft paper or construction paper (for the longhouse walls and roof)
3. Scissors
4. Glue
5. Markers, colored pencils, or paint
6. Toothpicks or skewers
7. Small pieces of wood or popsicle sticks (for the longhouse frame)
8. String or yarn
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Base:
- If you're using a cardboard box, cut it in half lengthwise to create two long, rectangular pieces.
- If using foam board, cut it into two long, rectangular pieces.
- These pieces will be the base of your longhouse.
2. Make the Walls:
- Cut out long rectangular pieces of craft paper or construction paper to create the walls of the longhouse.
- The length of the walls should be slightly shorter than the base of the longhouse.
- The height of the walls should be about half the height of the base.
3. Attach the Walls:
- Glue the walls to the base of the longhouse, one on each side.
- Make sure the walls are evenly spaced.
4. Make the Roof:
- Cut out a triangular piece of craft paper or construction paper to create the roof of the longhouse.
- The width of the roof should be the same as the width of the longhouse.
- The height of the roof should be about half the height of the walls.
5. Attach the Roof:
- Glue the roof to the top of the longhouse, aligning it with the walls.
6. Decorate the Longhouse:
- Use markers, colored pencils, or paint to decorate the walls and roof of the longhouse.
- You can draw traditional Native American symbols, patterns, or scenes.
7. Add the Frame:
- Cut small pieces of wood or popsicle sticks to create the frame of the longhouse.
- Attach the pieces to the corners of the longhouse using glue.
8. Add String or Yarn:
- Tie string or yarn around the frame of the longhouse to represent the supports that hold it together.
9. Additional Details:
- Add any additional decorations or details you want to your longhouse, such as a doorway, windows, or smoke flaps.
10. Display Your Longhouse:
- Once your longhouse is complete, you can display it on a table or shelf as part of your school project.
Remember, this is just a basic guide, and you can customize your longhouse model to make it unique and creative. Be sure to research different Native American longhouse styles and designs to make your project as accurate as possible. Enjoy the learning process and have fun creating your longhouse!