Help Girlstart decode these secret messages! Use a cipher to translate hieroglyphic phrases and discover the language of Ancient Egyptian writing and communication.
Virtual Starry Night: Engineer a Pyramid
Learn how Ancient Egyptians accomplished the monumental task of building gigantic stone pyramids. Then, explore the world of triangle geometry by using thin toothpicks to create your own sturdy structure.
Materials List: Egyptian Virtual Starry Night
We are excited for you to participate in Girlstart’s Virtual Starry Night, including an Egyptian star show and hands-on STEM activities! Gather materials from around the house and join us on Thursday, May 7th for Starry fun.
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Decoding Hieroglyphics
- Hieroglyphics Cipher (included in lesson)
- Hieroglyphics Decoding Challenge page (attached to lesson)
- Paper
- Pencil
Engineer a Pyramid
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- Mini marshmallows (or similar items such as gumdrops, small pieces of modeling clay, Styrofoam packing peanuts, etc.)
- Toothpicks
Foil Boats
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- Aluminum foil
- Bin or bowl (filled with water)
- Paper
- Pencil
- Pennies(or other coins, washers, or similar objects)
Mummified Apples
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- 1/2 apple
- 2 cups
- ½ cup baking Soda
- ¼ cup salt
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cup
- Mixing bowl
Virtual Starry Night: Moon Phase Flipbook
Animate lunar phases by creating a flipbook to help you understand the physics behind the moon’s changing appearance in our night sky. All you need is a stapler, scissors, and a piece of paper!
