Folktales reveal a great deal about the place in which they originate. Discuss with students how we can learn things about a place from a story. Use examples from common stories. After telling the story have a class discussion on elements of the story. Inform students that mirrors figure in many tales from around the world.
Students can make their own special mirror decorated with Arabic designs.
Give each student a paper plate. Students should trim the edges of their plates with scissors to create a decorative border. Students may then paint the front of the plate with white paint as a base coat. Next, students paint over their designs. Students should center their mirror on the front side of the plate and glue it in place.