Animal Carving Projects

This program features a variety of animals from North America, the Arctic, and Africa. It is carefully adapted for different grade levels and skill abilities, making it an excellent fit for students with wide range of interests and experience.

TIME: 120 min

MATERIALS: Soapstone / Alabaster

GRADES: 3 to 12

View all Animal Lesson Plans here.

Your Choices

Choose from a variety of animal shapes, ranging from beginner to advanced. Animals are recommended for specific grade levels based on complexity.

For In-Class Field Trip or Zoom-led workshops, select one animal per classroom, or choose from these pairs: Bear & Wolf, Wolf & Rabbit, Orca & Seal, or Orca & Beluga. Each student will carve one shape during the workshop.

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Bear -Gr. 3 and up

Wolf -Gr. 3 and up

Orca - Gr. 3 and up

Seal - Gr. 3 and up

Rabbit - Gr. 3 and up

Beluga - Gr. 3 and up

Eagle - Gr. 5 and up

Cat - Gr. 5 and up

Turtle - Gr. 6 and up

Elephant - Gr. 8 and up

Lion - Gr. 8 and up

Rhino - Gr. 8 and up

Polar Bear -Gr. 8 and up

Arctic Hare - Gr. 8 and up

Penguin - Gr. 8 and up

Learning Outcomes

Students will learn to use tools to carve a small pre-cut soapstone piece. They will practice hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while learning basic carving techniques.

Students will be introduced to the difference between 2D and 3D art while exploring form, texture, and shape.

Through this project, students explore rocks and minerals, animal symbolism, environmental awareness, and cultural connections.

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