Students research how ancient Egyptian structures were created and used. They sculpt realistic replicas of a pyramid and sphinx to demonstrate their knowledge of these famous structures. Sudents are told that Egyptian pyramids were built...

To observe preservation techniques firsthand, learners dry a flower in sand and compare cucumber slices soaked in salt water for a week with slices left out to dry in the open air. Video resources (not attached) include one about mummies...

Students learn how to preserve flower buds and blooms. For this gardening lesson, students explore the methods of air drying, using drying agents, and pressing plants to preserve them.

In this Dig Magazine archeology worksheet, students complete a 5 question quiz. Answers and links to additional resources are included.