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Here is a PowerPoint presentation I made for elementary students to introduce them to the molas made by the Kuna Indians of Panama.
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Molas from Panama
Molas from Panama are made of brightly colored fabric.
The word “Mola” means clothing.
They are made by the Kuna Indians who live in the country of
Panama.
They feature bright colors and pictures of animals and
plants.
The Molas of Panama, made with cloth
and thread, take days, weeks, or even months to make
depending on the details of the design.
Molas are filled with color, line and pattern.
Here are molas for sale in a market
in Panama.
Molas made a long time ago used geometric
patterns. These designs came from the Maya
people.
Whole families work on making and selling molas.
Molas originated as body painting but then became part of clothing.
Today, the Kuna Indians live in both cities and rural villages.
Panama is part of Central America.
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