Let's Mummify Barbie!
Hands-on learning about the ancient Egyptian mummification process.
Zach Brown the Science Clown
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(21)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will learn about the ancient Egyptian process of mummification (cleaning and preserving the outside of the body only, as Barbie has no internal organs to hook out through the nose or torso), the science behind how and why it works, and the beliefs that accompanied the process while creating their own mummy using common household items. Lecture, discussion, graphics, video clips, and hands-on engagement will all be utilized. This class satisfies the recommended daily allowance of science, social studies, history, art, and fun! Students will get messy. They'll learn much. They'll walk away wanting to find out more. Parental support is encouraged. Please be sure to check the "materials" section of the class listing and come to class prepared with all necessary items.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Talk of death, embalming, and funerals will abound, obviously. Those with particularly sensitive students are encouraged to sit in.
Supply List
muslin or linen (ripped or cut into approx. 1" strips prior to class) ModPodge small bowl Barbie (or other small plastic doll) scissors red wine vinegar aromatic spices (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, pumpkin spice, apple pie spice, or similar) cooking oil (olive, vegetable, canola, etc.) salt shallow dish long enough to hold doll flat at the bottom small plastic jewels (or other bits and bobs to simulate tokens and amulets wrapped with the body) a drying rack red Sharpie (optional) paint brush (optional) apron (optional) printable Anubis mask (optional - found here: http://www.supercoloring.com/paper-crafts/egyptian-god-anubis-mask-template)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2020
4.8
21reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
In my 14-year science teaching career, I've done and seen it all or at least I thought I had until my now 9-year-old 2E son came along wanting to experiment with anything and everything. He's taught me a lot and I look forward to teaching and learning from your students, too.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
3-6 learners per class
