ANCIENT EGYPT
The Project
Energy 2010
Sarcophagus, Burial Chamber, and Pyramid
Project Calendar & Criteria
Each group is asked to build a sarcophagus, burial chamber, or pyramid based on their research and lessons
in class. The construction will take place in the classroom. It can be made of either: cardboard, wood, or
foam core. (NOT paper!)
This project requires a lot of research and planning. Projects that are rushed, sloppy, and/or missing parts
from the criteria list will be graded down.
• Your project is due in class 12/17/10…..however, please remember several other steps are due
beforehand! Please remember each step has its own due date!
PROJECT CALENDAR (When and what is due)
TOTAL= 250 points!!!
• 10pts. 12.03.10 _ Describe materials you will need to build your project. (In paragraph form)
• 10pts. 12.03.10 _ Explain 10 steps you will take to build your project. (In paragraph form)
• 10pts. 12.10.10 _ Draw 3 rough sketches of designs your group will use for your project.
• 20pts. 12.17.10 _ 1-2 pages of research notes AND bibliography with at least 4 references (including at
least 2 books) where you have found information about Egyptian beliefs, the
sarcophagus ,burial rites etc.
• 100pts. 12.17.10 _ Your completed project with all the criteria listed below.
∙100 pts. 12.17.10 - Your notes taken during our study. Make sure that connections are evident from “I
Cans” and essential questions.
Project Criteria ~ Your Project should include:
1. __ A 10 minute presentation about your project. Be able to answer questions explaining
how your project helps you understand ancient Egyptian culture and beliefs. (HINT: Think of ‘who,
what, when, why, where, how” questions & answers.)
2. __ On the outside of your sarcophagus/pyramid- inside of burial chamber ~ ancient Egyptian designs &
motifs
3. __ On the outside of your sarcophagus/pyramid-inside of burial chamber ~ Egyptian hieroglyphics
4. __ On face of coffin (if creating sarcophagus) ~ Egyptian style "head" (human or animal)
(drawn or 3-D)
5. __ Inside your sarcophagus/burial chamber ~ objects for the ‘afterlife’
6. __ Inside your sarcophagus/burial chamber ~ a copy of an actual ancient Egyptian prayer
(translated in English) (please note resource)
7. __ 1-2 pages of research notes and bibliography with at least 4 sources (including at
least 2 books) that gives evidence of your extended research.
This project requires a significant amount of research and planning! Please do not wait until the last week!
Projects that are rushed, sloppy, late, and/or missing parts from the criteria list will be graded down.
Finally, if you have any questions, PLEASE ASK!