Ancient Egyptian Pyramid Prototype
by Diedre Watson
After learning about Ancient Egypt, students will be able to put their knowledge and skills to use with the Egyptian Pyramid Prototype. Each group will be challenged to build a 4-sided pyramid that fits on a foam base no larger than 5"X5” and be 8 levels high with each additional level being smaller than the other. Students use the materials provided in this engaging lesson!
Lesson Grade Level
6th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qontlihmJnGQomE-4DGMj-CCPS8DkrWHFKu76vv…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance Technology 1. Empowered Learner Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Geometry (G) Ratio and Proportion (RP)
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