‘Egyptians’ Topic / Literacy homework
The topic / literacy homework this half term has the central theme of history. One task from the list
should be completed and brought in to school every week by Thursday. In addition, spellings and a
Numeracy homework sheet will be given out every week as normal.
The homework must be completed in the form of learning logs which are a record of the different
tasks listed below. Although some of the things listed are not suitable for putting in your books, a
record of the work done each week must be recorded in Literacy homework books or put in your
homework folder. This could take the form of a photograph or written account of what has been done.
I am happy to assist by printing out work if brought in on a memory stick etc.
To ensure that momentum is maintained with the learning log, each task has been given a points value.
Each child must achieve at least 2 points every week (i.e. they have to complete a task every week).
These points will be added together every week throughout the term and at the end of the term, we
will have a brief presentation for the 5 highest scorers.
As always, please ask if you need any support for any of the activities. Although helpful, internet or
computer access is not necessary to complete all these tasks. There are plenty of books and other
resources in school for you to borrow if needed.
Please note that as we are at the start of the topic we have not covered all of the themes explored in
the activities below. It is suggested that some are saved until we have looked at these in class.
For 2 points
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Make your own word search or crossword puzzle to do with the ancient Egyptians.
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Find a paragraph of information about the ancient Egyptians from a book or the internet. Write
out some of the interesting facts you have found out.
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Draw a picture based on something you have found to do with the ancient Egyptians. Write down
three questions about it for someone to answer.
For 5 points
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Write your own quiz about the ancient Egyptians using some facts you have found out to
challenge the rest of our class.
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Create your own cartoon strip or animation the theme ‘ancient Egyptians’. The story can be
about anything you like.
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Create a poster advertising an ancient Egyptian museum collection. (This can be done on the
computer if you wish).
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Dress up as someone from ancient Egyptian times. Have your photo taken and write a caption to
go with it!
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Write a secret message in Egyptian hieroglyphics (include the answer too).
For 8 points
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How were the pyramids made? Research some details about some of the different theories.
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Do some research into the different gods that the ancient Egyptians believed in. Make a poster
of your findings.
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Make up your own Egyptian god! Decide on what it should be the god of, and the animal that
might represent it. Have a look at some other Egyptian gods to get some ideas.
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Create a leaflet about an ancient Egyptian exhibit for a museum.
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Draw an accurate map of ancient Egypt. Try to include the main cities and important temples.
For 10 points
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Write a story about an adventure that is set in ancient Egypt. Let your imagination go wild!
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Make an accurate 3D model of an ancient Egyptian artefact. What you choose is up to you!
Write about what you did, how you made it and why you chose it.
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Research into some of the most famous kings and queens of ancient Egypt! You could choose
from Tutankhamun, Cleopatra or Ramesses II. How you present your work is up to you.
You can create your own ideas for projects – please discuss any ideas you have with Mr Paynter.
Good Luck!!