Stand Up for Statues

 

Statues memorialize important people and animals: not only famous ones but also unknown ones who made a difference in history. Discover the importance of statues in the following activities.

 

CONNECT:

• Get the facts about the most famous statue in the US that greets newcomers: The Statue of Liberty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usHRc7G0gVo
• Another famous American statue is the Oscar; see how it is made at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNPPHBZjUXI
• Do you wonder about Egyptian statues? Dig up the facts about them and other Egyptian sculptures at https://www.historyforkids.net/egyptian-sculpture.html
• Watch how a marble statue is made at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR8ZiT9JTcg
• There are lots of horse statues in Washington, DC: Why? Get the answer – and find out some myths -- at https://www.washingtonian.com/2008/10/02/washingtoniana-whats-up-with-those-horse-statues/
• See 23 unbelievable statues and other sculptures at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh6QiH9ZVSk

 

CREATE:

• Statues can be made with different kinds of materials; experiment with some and even create your own Statue of Liberty at https://www.ehow.com/list_6504456_activities-kids-build-statue-liberty.html
• Play Statues by following the directions at https://www.mainstages.com/blog/statues/
• Draw Easter Island Moai statues; see how to do that at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5Kr-1JY3qE – and watch the story of those statues at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4U5Y7MSAJc
• Want a fun hobby? Photograph action statue figures; watch how a professional does it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZlOnW8ovjc

 

CARE:

• Statues wear down by weather and use. See how they can be preserved at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BFK3pas-J4
• Learn how to care for your own toy statues and action figures at https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/care-for-action-figure-collection-17920
• Does your family have a plaster statue? See how to waterproof them at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BFK3pas-J4

 

CAREERS:

Don’t just stand there; statues can lead you to a great career: studying them, making them, selling them, displaying them, preserving them – or be a living status. See some possibilities here.

• https://www.theartcareerproject.com/careers/sculpture/
• https://work.chron.com/careers-art-majors-7336.html
• https://study.com/articles/Sculpture_Artist_Information_for_Sculpture_Art_Students_Starting_a_Career_in_Sculpting.html
• https://careerplanet.co.za/careers-listing/living-statue/

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Pyramids Are Tops

You may have seen pictures of Egyptian pyramids, but do you know their history – or the history of other pyramids around the world? They are also great examples of design thinking. There’s lots to figure out with these activities about pyramids. Get the point?

CONNECT:

• See how the ancient Egyptian pyramids look today at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xtc0LQuA3z4
• The ancient Mayans built pyramids too. See what they look like now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyvw6G9Max0
• In fact ancient pyramids are found around the world; see ten examples at https://www.heritagedaily.com/2018/05/10-ancient-pyramids-around-the-world/119856
• Today’s buildings are sometimes constructed as pyramids, the most famous one at the Louvre. Get the facts at https://kids.kiddle.co/Pyramid_of_the_Louvre
• Math is the basis of pyramids – of several sorts; figure them out at https://www.mathsisfun.com/geometry/pyramids.html

CREATE:

• How do you build a pyramid? See the science and math behind the hard work at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52V9jmrgSbI
• Try this range of pyramid projects: https://study.com/academy/lesson/pyramid-projects-for-kids.html
• Learn about ancient Egypt with these fun activities: https://www.curiositychronicles.org/single-post/2017/09/08/19-Activities-for-Ancient-Egypt
• Make ancient Egypt come alive with these fun activities: https://egypt.mrdonn.org/games.html

CARE:

• See the history of the human pyramid at https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/a-visual-history-of-the-human-pyramid
• Use this activity pyramid for kids to keep in shape: https://www.mdpedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/eKids1.pdf
• The U.S. used to use a pyramid to explain how to have a healthy diet; see the history of USDA food guides at https://www.choosemyplate.gov/eathealthy/brief-history-usda-food-guides
• The pyramid of conservation is a good way to figure out where to start to green your home: https://www.treehugger.com/sustainable-product-design/the-pyramid-of-conservation-is-a-terrific-tool-for-figuring-out-where-to-start-to-green-your-home.html

CAREERS:

Be they old or new, pyramids can lead to an inspiring career: from archeologist to architect.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BXkL5nba40

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImTTW94ZicM

https://www.world-archaeology.com/features/pyramids-excavation-and-preservation/

The River Nile

The River Nile is the longest river in Africa. Grab your passport, suncream and shades, and check out the  fascinating Nile River.

CONNECT:

• Check out ten great facts about the great Nile at https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/geography/physical-geography/nile-river-facts/
• Experience the Nile River, visually riding a Felucca boat on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glEBxUm1WAk
• Watch exotic creatures on the Nile at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUvsPFvY5OE
• Learn about Sobek: the Egyptian God of Crocodiles and the Nile,  at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxmznSQ5J74

CREATE:

• What might you have eaten as an ancient Egyptian? Find out at http://cotn.heavengames.com/history/food
• Make a model of the Nile River, following the directions at http://tapestryofgrace.com/blog/2016/10/making-a-model-of-the-nile-river/
• Do math like an Egyptian at https://www.storyofmathematics.com/egyptian.html
• Build an Egyptian paper boat craft to use in a local creek or the tub. See how at https://www.education.com/activity/article/paper-boat-craft-for-kids/

CARE:

• Is the Nile dying? If so, why? What can be done? Get the facts at https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/resources/idt-sh/death_of_the_nile
• Several African animals, including the hippopotamus who lives near the Nile, are endangered. Find out what efforts are being done to same them, and help them, at https://www.awf.org/wildlife-conservation/hippopotamus
• Write like an Egyptian with hieroglyphics. Read about their system at https://www.ancient-egypt-online.com/hieroglyphics-for-kids.html and use their alphabet (https://www.ancient-egypt-online.com/hieroglyphics-alphabet.html) at  to write your own messages.
• Ancient Egyptians made their own paper—and you can, too! Then write in hieroglyphics or create a treasure map for more fun with your friends. See how at https://www.crayola.com/crafts/egyptian-papyrus-paper-craft/

CAREERS:

What kind of jobs might you have had in ancient Egypt? Explore the possibilities at https://egypt.mrdonn.org/jobs.html

Dig into the past of the Nile River by becoming an archeologist or even an Egyptologist:

https://www.environmentalscience.org/career/archaeologist

https://slate.com/human-interest/2014/10/what-is-it-like-to-be-an-egyptologist.html

Today you could become a travel agent or tourist guide:

https://collegegrad.com/careers/travel-agents

http://career.iresearchnet.com/career-information/tour-guide-career/

Sick, man!

It’s back to school for many students, and that can mean a more likely chance to get sick from another person. The activities below discuss diseases and how to prevent or address them. Good health to you!

CONNECT:

• What are germs? Watch this animation about germs and their impact at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3phZfvOFcHE
• What the daily life of an ancient Egyptian doctor at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rvLEJrQm7g
• Be glad you didn’t get sick in the middle ages. Watch medieval treatments such as bleeding and purging  for disease at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih7HJoB_ZO8
• Did you know that fungi can save your life? The first miracle drug was produced from fungi. Read about this discovery at http://herbarium.usu.edu/fun-with-fungi/penicillin

CREATE:

• Find out what it takes to become a disease detective: http://www.disease-detectives.org/
• One good way to fight disease is to eat healthy. Here are some tips: https://www.everydayhealth.com/hs/family-nutrition-guide/healthy-eating-for-whole-family/
• Play these kid games about illness: https://www.healthforkids.co.uk/illness/
• Here are games, puzzles, videos and more to help you learn about managing allergies and asthma. Share this link with your friends so they can learn too! https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/just-for-kids

CARE:

• What are common childhood infections? Examine this check to find out how those diseases are spread and how to deal with them: https://www.kidshealth.org.nz/infectious-diseases-at-glance
• Let's face it—being sick is no fun. Sometimes the best medicine around is showing you care. Here’s how you can help: http://pbskids.org/zoom/activities/action/way03.html
• What is rabies? How do you know if an animal has rabies? How do you treat rabies? Get these answers and more at https://www.cdc.gov/rabiesandkids/.
• How were child-proof lids created? Find out at http://mentalfloss.com/article/54410/surprising-origins-child-proof-lids

CAREERS:

Are you curious about diseases and want to help people stay healthy – or be able to cure a disease? You can even specialize in plant diseases. Several careers can help you do well by doing good.

https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/make-a-difference-careers/vaccinations/

http://www.sciencemag.org/features/2006/05/immunology-infectious-disease-healthy-careers

https://www.onlinemastersinpublichealth.com/public-health-jobs/

https://www.apsnet.org/careers/careersinplantpathology/Pages/default.aspx

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