Rice, Dona Herweck
Making a Mummy (Grade 3) (Smithsonian Readers: Building Literacy with Steam)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781493866793
- author:
- Rice, Dona Herweck
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Teacher Created Materials
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 32
- Dimensions:
- 22.61 x 17.78 x 0.51 centimetres
- Genre:
- Children's, History, Ancient
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Science Behind Mummification In ancient Egypt, preserving the body was crucial for life after death. To achieve this, people used various techniques to protect and preserve their bodies. This book explores the science behind mummification, revealing the engineering innovations that solved real-world problems. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this informational text builds reading skills while sparking curiosity about STEAM topics. It features a hands-on challenge that guides students through every step of the engineering design process, making it perfect for makerspace activities and introducing STEAM career connections.