Amish doll

High school (ages 12+)
Everyday Life

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/amish-doll

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Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

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1. What is the primary construction material?Fabric scraps, often from quilts and clothing
2. What is the community of origin?Old Order Amish people in North America
3. Why do Amish dolls usually have no faces?The dolls are made without faces to show that all people are equal and to remind children of humility and respect for everyone.
4. How are Amish dolls made?They are sewn by hand, often by families or neighbors, using leftover fabric from quilts and clothes. The process passes skills from one generation to the next.

Old Order Amish: A conservative Anabaptist Christian denomination known for its adherence to traditional ways and separation from modern society.
American Folk Art: Art produced from an indigenous tradition of a particular culture or subgroup, often characterized by its utilitarian nature and self-taught creators.
Theological Symbolism: The use of objects or images to represent abstract religious or spiritual concepts and beliefs.