Wax Museum Project
November 16, 2015
Dear Parents:
We are very excited to be informing you of this upcoming project of which your student
will be a part. There are many people who have been influential in our nation. Each student will
be researching a famous figure who was/is influential in our nation’s history. This project
consists of many components and culminates with a wax museum presentation with the students
portraying their selected famous person. This wax museum will be open to the student body
and families.
Students will present an oral biography about their person as their person. In addition to
this oral biography, students will complete a visual presentation on a trifold board to include
important information found in their research. Students will stand still in a designated spot in
front of their board until someone approaches them and triggers the student to recite a
memorized narrative pretending to be that person.
Students are encouraged to use research tools and methods that include: the Internet,
Encarta, encyclopedias, Social Studies books, the library, etc., for their information. All
sources must be cited on the bibliography page.
Your child is expected to research and take notes on their person of interest during class
time at school, however, some should be done at home in order to meet the deadlines.
While we understand the desire as parents to help your child, we ask that you allow them to do
their own work on this project.
Detailed information about each project component and due dates are included in your
child’s packet. Please take a moment to look through the paperwork with your child.
Please sign the bottom portion of this letter so that we know you have read and
understand the details of this project. Students are expected to return this signed paper by
November 20, 2015.
Biography selections will be made during the week of November 30, 2015. These
selections will be given on a first come-first served basis. No two students in the same class
may select the same person. No students will be allowed to select their famous historical figure
until they have returned the signed parent letter.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Mrs. Maher, Ms. Janas, Ms. Lindsey, Ms. Colacicco, Mrs. Hosford, Mrs. Singleton
Child’s Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ___________________
Parent’s Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________
By signing this, I indicate that I have read and understand the requirements and deadlines for each component
of this biography/Wax Museum project.
Wax Museum Biography Project
Your Name: __________________________________
Famous Person: _______________________________
Project Begins: _________________________
Parent Signature Sheet Due: November 20, 2015
Wax Museum Presentation Date: ____________________
See below for project components and additional due dates
Project Components:
Please note: Components need to be turned in ON the day of each deadline.
Biography Notes:
Due: _______________
 Read and locate information from at least three sources. Please restate information in your own words.
DO NOT copy word for word from your source. That is plagiarism. It is illegal and you will receive a
ZERO as a grade. You will need to cite your sources on your bibliography page. Be sure to complete
the “Bibliography of Sources Used” form as you gather information.
Timeline Organizer:
Due: ______________
 This is the final copy of your timeline. It should be NEATLY written or typed with no spelling or
punctuation errors.
 You may use the form from your packet or create your own.
 The final copy will be returned for you to include on your tri-fold board.
 Complete the timeline organizer with at least 6 important events in your person’s life. Write your facts
NEATLY in COMPLETE sentences. You will need this information to create a final product in class.
All words must be your own.
Costume Checklist
 You should have a good idea of what you will have/need for your costume. Remember, any props must
be appropriate (no weapons).
Pictures
Due: ______________
 You must have at least one picture of your person to be included on your tri-fold board.
Essay – Final Copy
Due: _______________
 Paper must have a title and include the following information in a logical order:
o When and where this person was born.
o Where did they grow up?
o Family? Parents? Siblings?
o What was their early life like?
o What was their adult life like?
o What did your person do to become famous?
o What obstacles did they have to overcome?
o How has this person’s life made the world a little better?
o How has this person impacted you?
o Date of death? (if died)
o Cause of death? (if known)
o If your person is still living, tell where that person lives now and what they do.

Edited, revised, and typed or NEATLY written copy of essay due. Use Times New Roman 14 pt. font.
Your final copy will be returned for you to include on your tri-fold board.
Wax Museum Presentation Speech
Due: _________________
This activity will give you the opportunity to meet the public speaking standard required by the State. You will
need to dress up as your selected person and pretend you are the person speaking.
Prepare a brief 1-2 minute speech telling about your contributions and about your life.
Make sure you follow the outline in your packet.
Your final copy should be typed or NEATLY written. You will need to practice your speech at home and at
school. Try to memorize your speech.
Tri-Fold Board Completed
Your tri-fold board MUST include all of the following:
o Title
o Picture (s)
o 3 paragraph essay
o Timeline
o Any props or items related to your person.
o Your tri-fold must be attractive and neatly done.
Due:__________________