Decorate Your Mask

Worksheet Description

The “Mardi Gras Masks” worksheet is designed to engage students with one of the most recognizable traditions of Mardi Gras—the wearing of masks. The worksheet begins with a question that prompts students to explore the reasons behind this custom, encouraging them to think about the history and social significance of mask-wearing during Mardi Gras festivities.

Below the question, there is a blank Mardi Gras mask outline provided for students to color and decorate. This creative activity allows students to express their artistic side while contemplating the diversity of designs and styles that Mardi Gras masks can embody. The hands-on decorating task can also serve as a springboard for discussions about the symbolism of anonymity and freedom that masks have historically provided during the celebrations. By combining a written component with an art activity, this worksheet offers a holistic learning experience that touches on cultural understanding as well as creativity and personal expression.