This is the typical traditional construction technique in Mozambique. These kids have probably seen it many times and I would actually assume that this picture shows no play but rather instructed work to make a shelter for chicken or so.
Don’t know anything about Mozambique traditional building techniques, but shouldn’t there be straw embedded in the mud/clay? From the photo it doesn’t seem like it.
The mud normally has some fine fiber mixed in it, but yeah it also surprised me a bit when I first saw it in person. The walls typically end up a bit thicker though covering the wood entirely.
This is the typical traditional construction technique in Mozambique. These kids have probably seen it many times and I would actually assume that this picture shows no play but rather instructed work to make a shelter for chicken or so.
Don’t know anything about Mozambique traditional building techniques, but shouldn’t there be straw embedded in the mud/clay? From the photo it doesn’t seem like it.
The mud normally has some fine fiber mixed in it, but yeah it also surprised me a bit when I first saw it in person. The walls typically end up a bit thicker though covering the wood entirely.
I mean, the kids are clearly enjoying themselves, and isn’t the difference between play and work enjoyment? :p