Beowulf's Shield Project
In the Anglo-Saxon era, individual tribes were identified by their armor and
clothing As they were used on the battlefield to identify a person’s friends and
foes. The symbols used on coats of arms were chosen carefully to represent
an individual or an entire family.
Design your own SHIELD
Create your own shield based on the Beowulf Text, Research of the
viking era, your personality, character and family. Research the
symbolism of colors, animals and shapes to decide which items
represent you.
Include the following information in your personal shield design.
1. A symbol / picture to represent the“tribe” you would fight for.
2. A symbol / picture to represent your strength in battle.
3. An animal that represents you / your tribe
4. Any other symbol or text that represents you.
5. Include a Personal Motto (words or a phrase that represent you or tribe)
written in RUNES at the top
Personal Shield Design
What are some important tribes mentioned in Beowulf? What symbols represent these
places?
What would your strengths in battle be? What symbols represent these activities?
What is an animal that represents you or your tribe? Why?
What else is important to you and should be represented in your SHEILD? What color
best represents you?
Ideas for a Personal Motto.
Name_______
Personal Shield Design
Write a paragraph to explain the key points of your shield design. Be sure
to explain each element of your design and why you chose it.
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