Egyptian Wax Museum
Dear Parents,
This letter is to inform you of an upcoming project. Your student will be participating in the Egyptian Wax
Museum. This is a fun way to do a research report on a historical or mythological figure from Ancient
Egypt. Students will be responsible for a written report, costumes, and an oral report given as though they
were that character. Following are dates and responsibilities for this project:
Your child’s Egyptian Wax Museum character is: ____________________________________________
Research Notes
Due Friday, Sept. 13
Costume Plan/Prop
Due Friday, Sept. 20
Written Report
Due Friday, Sept. 27
Oral Report Sheet
Due Tuesday, Oct. 1
Wax Museum
Friday, Oct. 5
Project Details:
1. Research/Notes – students will need to fill in a research worksheet that will help them prepare for
their report. Students will also need to bring in 3 references (1 book minimum, others may be
internet—please print out one page as proof of source). Each resource is worth 10 points.
2. Costume Plan/Prop – students will need to have created a costume plan of what they are going to
wear for the Wax Museum event. They will also need a prop (mask, staff, etc). This plan will have
to be approved by the teacher. This should give parents enough time to be aware of costuming with a
few weeks to collect, create materials. This is worth 25 points.
3. Written report due – students will be turning in their written report. This must include all
information on the rubric. This will be considered like a language arts assignment and will be
graded on conventions, organization, and ideas. This is worth 50 points.
4. Oral Report Sheet – this “cheat sheet” will help students in their oral presentations. Students should
have this information memorized and be prepared to present the following day. This is worth 20 pts.
5. Wax Museum – “tourists” will be invited to attend our presentations at 9:30. Students will need to
be fully dressed in costume by 9:15am. The Wax Museum will close at 11:30am. Students will be
given a participation grade for this event (excellent behavior is expected). This is worth 25 points.
6. TOTAL PROJECT POINTS AVAILABLE = 150 points.
Please sign and return this section:
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I have read and understand the requirements for this
project.
I understand the due dates and what is required each day.
I understand that attendance is required on the day of the
Wax Museum.
I have discussed this assignment with my student and
understand they may need some assistance to complete this
project.
I understand that if there are any questions or problems, I
should contact Mrs. Witt as soon as possible.
Parent signature_____________________________
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I have read and understand the requirements for this
project.
I understand the due dates and what is required each day.
I understand that attendance is required on the day of the
Wax Museum.
I have discussed this assignment with my parents and
understand I may need some assistance to complete this
project. I will ask as soon as I know I need help.
I understand that if there are any questions or problems, I
should contact Mrs. Witt as soon as possible.
Student signature____________________________