ICT Portfolio: Popular Toys of the Past

To complete this ICT portfolio task, follow these steps:

1. Interview Your Grandparents and Parents: Ask them about the popular toys from their childhood in your country. Note down the names of the toys and any interesting stories or memories they have about them.
2. Research Russian Toys (18th-19th Century): If you choose, you can also research popular Russian toys from the 18th or 19th century. Look for information about what these toys were made of, who played with them, and what they represented.
3. Create a Poster: Design a poster that showcases the toys you've gathered information about. You can either draw the toys or find pictures of them to stick on the poster.
4. Label the Toys: Make sure to label each toy with its name and a brief description, including any relevant historical or cultural information.
5. Report to the Class: Prepare a short presentation to share your findings with the class. Talk about the toys you researched, what you learned, and any interesting stories you uncovered.

Here are some examples of toys you might find in your research:

• Wooden Dolls (e.g., Matryoshka dolls): These are traditional Russian nesting dolls, often painted with bright colors and intricate designs.
• Toy Soldiers: Toy soldiers have been popular for centuries and are often associated with military history and strategy.
• Spinning Tops: Simple but engaging, spinning tops were a common toy made from wood or metal.
• Rag Dolls: Homemade rag dolls were often crafted from scraps of fabric and filled with cotton or other soft materials.