Virtual Capitol Extension Lessons

2. Extension Lesson: Carving Ideas in Stone

PURPOSE: The lesson plan features a frieze of pioneers crossing the plains as well as relief artwork of bison that were part of the landscape. Students will learn about primary source documents then use memoirs to inform their understanding of the “Spirit of the Pioneers” relief panel. They will be encouraged to note if the images and inscriptions on our capitol truly carve ideas that we can understand.