April 4, 2013Our class will be starting a new unit that will allow us to explore the making of glass in West Virginia. The resources that West Virginia was able to offer those that wanted to develop this industry in our state were plentiful and/or cost effective. As we begin our exploration of the history and the science behind glass making, let us first look around us and see if we can find some examples of West Virginia glass in our homes. Below you will find several pictures of glassware that my family have obtained over the years. The pieces that I am showing you all come from Blenko glass company located here in our town of Milton.
What are some things that you notice about the pieces?
Do the pieces have anything in common?
What do you think the pieces were used for?
Describe some tests that you might perform on the pieces in order to collect as many observations as possible. (Your tests should not damage the samples in any way)
Develop three questions that you would like to ask about the sample glass pieces that are shown.
I love your idea on making as many observations as possible and developing tests that will lead them to even more information! I sometimes like to have them first make observations without touching the item, then they can touch the item and change, add or edit their observations! Great Idea for the unique glass! Especially the "salt-dips".. I would have thought it was a candle holder!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of glass objects. I always think about now many items of glass that I have sent to rummage sales out of older relatives' homes that I wish I had back today.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog. When my grandmother passed away we put so many pieces of glass in a yard sale. Why did I do that? I am regretting getting rid of them. Thanks for the good pictures!
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting to look at the glassware you show and think that these were made to be not only used every day, but look beautiful while they were used. These weren't fabulously ornate pieces that you had to be wealthy to own, they were everyday ware. What I see frequently now though, is they are used more for decoration in most homes and less for their intended purposes.
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