Time Traveler: Coat of Arms

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Time Traveler Coat of Arms
A Coat of Arms is used to represent a person or a
group of people, such as a family. Coats of arms
are created using a number of elements that tell
a story and/or describe a history.
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Select a shape.
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Choose how to divide your shield.
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The Charge.
The charge is located at the top of the shield.
A knight might select a certain animal for his
charge because of its perceived
characteristicsstrength, cunning, speed, size,
etc. What animal would you pick that is unique
to you?
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Other symbols for the Charge.
Domestic Cat Dog Lion Ox Horse Bull
Wild Lion Snake Tiger Eagle Bear
Ape Monkey
Mythological Griffen Phoenix Dragon Unicorn Centa
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Strength Brick wall Oak Tree Crown Arrows
Other symbols-what could they mean? Angels Flower
s Ships Hearts Stars Moon Fire Axe Keys Light
ning Sun Helmets
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The Supporters
The supporters are figures that stand at the
sides of your shield. They represent allies, or
symbols of your strength. What supporters would
you choose? (Who or what supports you?)
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The Colors
The colors you select for your shield have a
meaning of their own. What are some colors that
say bravery, valor, and strength? Which colors
identify you?
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The Motto
What words best describe you and/or what you
stand for? After thinking of it, use a separate
banner sheet to create your motto.
Add it to the bottom of your Coat of Arms.
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Step-By-Step

• Choose your shield.
• Select your DIVISION (design).
• Select your CHARGE.
• Select your SUPPORTERS.
• SKETCH out your shield on the scrap (Activator)
  showing your DIVISION, CHARGE and SUPPORTERS.
• Get approval to go to FINISH.
• RE-DRAW your shield on the GOLD FINAL (sketching
  is okay-this drawing will be covered over!)
• Add COLOR DETAILS in collage and pastel.

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Design Elements (idea starters).
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Design Elements (idea starters).
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