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Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

July 25, 2022 | Leave a Comment
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Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid is another fun book in the series of Geronimo Stilton books. It is the second book in the series.

Elementary students will love taking their favorite Geronimo Stilton book and turning it into a mini unit study with a few hands-on activities.

The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid is another adventure for Geronimo Stilton. He is off to Egypt to the Great Cheese Pyramid.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

So, this hands-on activity I am sharing with you today, mummifying a Barbie gives kids a little bit more understanding of the mummification process.

And you can easily tie in science and history perfectly with the fun book The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid. Matter of fact most of the books highlight some kind of geography or history.

Even if your kids are older like middle or high school the same activity can be altered to make it a bit more challenging so that the whole family can join in.

Books Of Geronimo Stilton

If you don’t know about Geronimo Stilton books let me give you a quick little overview. The fun series is aimed at early readers or ages 7 to 10 years old

And they follow the many and varied adventures of Geronimo Stilton editor and publisher at The Rodent’s Gazette.

Too, they read similar to a graphic novel.

  • Geronimo Stilton Four Cheese Box Set (Books 1-4)

For instance, the words are highlighted in different fonts, sizes, and colors. The series make it an engaging read for kids.

They are silly and outlandish which makes it especially great for reluctant readers.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

Another point about the different fonts and colors of words are that some are for emphasis.

However, quite a few make great lessons for vocabulary, spelling words, and introduction to the eight parts of speech.

So be sure to make note of the words for several chapters.

And have your child look up the words and make flashcards to round out this mini lesson.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

You certainly can use this fun book as a spine for language arts. Too, you can use this spine as independent reading or for a read aloud.

Ancient Egypt Mummifying a Barbie Craft

However, one of the best parts of each book is that you can add hands-on activity as Stilton is always on a globe-trotting adventure.

Today, since Stilton is off to Egypt, we learned about mummies in Ancient Egypt

Look at this short list of supplies to make a Barbie mummy.

  • A Barbie or similar doll (we grabbed a cheap one from Dollar Tree)
  • Gauze
  • Cooking oil
  • Salt (we used Epsom since we had that)
  • large dish big enough for the body to lay in
  • Essential oils
  • Scissors and construction paper

First, we made a death mask from construction paper and laid it aside.

Your kids can get elaborate with this part or keep it simple.

Then we made simple canopic jars by drawing them on paper.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

After drawing the jars, we cut them out and taped them into a tube shape. 

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

A quick google search will show you what each of the four gods, Hapy, Imsety, Duamutef and Qebhsenef looked like and which housed which organs.

We also used our TOOB Organs to examine the organs closely,

Then, we laid them out and talked about each function as the kids pretended to extract the organ and place it in the canopic jars.

Barbie Mummy

Next, this portion of the activity can be done or finished while you read aloud.

Have your child finish the death mask. And let your child draw them with whatever art medium they choose. We used markers.

First, the brain was pulled out through the nose, but considered unimportant in ancient Egyptian times, it was just tossed out. 

Then, the stomach, intestines, lungs, and liver were extracted and placed in the correct jar.

The heart stayed in place in the body. Use tweezers for this part and let them pretend they are extracting each part.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

Next, Egyptians would cover the body in salt to remove all moisture, this would take weeks but for the sake of time we waited just a few minutes.

We used Epsom salt as we had a ton on hand already.

And then we placed our prepared body in a large tupperware container and covered it in salt as well as we could.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

Finally, the body would be anointed with oils and wrapped,.

If you have some on hand add essential oils to a little bit of cooking oil to add to the sensory experience, pour over the entire body. 

We tightly wrapped our Barbie head to toe and then affixed her death mask with a bit of tape.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

Obviously, you know your child best and can include the parts that you would choose and gloss over those that might be too much for a younger child.

For example, for older children you can add ideas like labeling the organs, give them spelling and vocabulary words like sarcophagus, hieroglyphic, and etc.

Too, you can extend the lesson by having them give a presentation in front of the whole family on the mummification process.

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid covers everything from mummies to pyramids as well as mentions of camels, pharaohs, and the eye of RA, giving you a large base for a unit study.

I can’t wait to dig in a little deeper and share more hands on activities with you! What do you think? Are you going to add this to your list of hands-on activities?

Geronimo Stilton The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy

Other Resources You’ll Love

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Geronimo Stilton Books

March 7, 2019 | Leave a Comment
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Are you looking for engaging readers for your middle to upper elementary kids? It’s hard to find books that get reluctant readers interested and finding Geronimo Stilton books was like finding buried treasure in the library (Geronimo would really appreciate that simile).

You’ll love the craft and book ideas here on Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus for the Geronimo Stilton series.

These books are a favorite in our house.

Geronimo Stilton Books

It took me a while to find books that my son looked forward to reading without nagging or prodding from me.

When we stumbled upon them, I was thrilled to have found something that kept his attention and motivated him to read on his own.

It’s a big milestone when your kid finally grabs a book of their choice and plops down to read it. These were those books for us.

He plowed through them. In fact, these were the first books he asked to buy. One year his wish list was full of Geronimo Stilton titles. How sweet, right?

What Reading Level is Geronimo Stilton

Recommended for ages 7-10, grades 2nd-5th, these chapter books are sure to please even the most reluctant reader.

They are the perfect introduction to chapter books and each one is filled with entertaining jokes and engaging illustrations.

About Geronimo Stilton

Geronimo Stilton is an editor in chief of The Rodent’s Gazette, the most “famous” newspaper in New Mouse City. He’s also the author of his own best-selling book series. 

He’s a timid single guy afraid of new adventures yet finds himself reluctantly traveling the globe with his friends and family solving mysteries and completing research for his next big story.

Because Geronimo is always finding himself in the middle of adventure while traveling the globe, the series is perfect for adding to any unit study I have.

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4 Reasons to Love Geronimo Stilton Series

  • Visual. Each book is full of colorful and inviting artwork. Great for keeping focus and grabbing the reader’s attention.
  • Fast-paced. Short chapters jam packed with adventure.
  • Amusing. Each page is full of silly jokes and fun facts.
  • Vocabulary builder. New vocabulary is brought to life with word pictures.

Words jump off the page through the witty illustrations. New vocabulary stands out and kids remember it.

And look at my post here 10 Things to Learn From The Fun Geronimo Stilton Chapter Books.

Geronimo Stilton List of Books

As we read each book and do a hands-on activity, I’ll list them below for you.

The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid (Geronimo Stilton Series #2)

  • Barbie Mummy

The Journey Through Time (Geronimo Stilton Special Edition) (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time)

This first book in the series takes you through prehistory with the dinosaurs, and through Ancient Egypt and the Great Sphinx of Giza, and finally into Camelot.

  • Medieval Stained Glass Craft.
  • Geronimo Stilton The Journey Through Time Fun Easy No Sew Dinosaur Mat

The Journey Through Time #2: Back in Time (Geronimo Stilton Special Edition) 

Next, we learning about Mayans, Rome and King Louis.

  • Ancient Rome Colosseum craft
  • Mayan LEGO Temple craft
  • Make a Mosaic Roman Solider
  • Geronimo Stilton Back in Time Second Journey Through Time and Fun Mayan Mask
  • Geronimo Stilton The Second Journey Through Time Sun King Fun Medallion

Stilton List of Books

The Race Against Time (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #3)

Learn alongside this adventure seeking mouse Geronimo Stilton as we learn about Ice Age, Ancient Greece and The Renaissance.

  • Fun Edible Spine like Davinci
  • Geronimo Stilton The Race Against Time Build a Fun Greek Water Clock
  • Geronimo Stilton Race Against Time And Make Pottery Like Ancient Greeks
  • The Race Against Time Geronimo Stilton Activity Craft Fun Dragon Eggs

Lost in Time (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #4)

This book of the Geronimo Stilton series takes us through Cleopatra’s Time, Genghis Khan and Queen Elizabeth.

  • Fun Egypt Game
  • Fun England Tower Guard
  • Make a Cleopatra Cuff and Collar

No Time To Lose (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #5)

In Geronimo Stilton No Time To Lose The Fifth Journey Through Time Geronimo jumps from Napoleon’s Time to the Vikings’ Time and finally to King Solomon’s time in the Whisker Wafter time machine.

  • Build an Edible Eiffel Tower

Time Warp (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #7)

Also, we travel to Greece, Mythical Atlantis and learn about Stonehenge.

  • Lost City of Atlantis Diorama

Out of Time (Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time #8)

In this book, Geronimo visits Alexander the Great, Queen Cleopatra, Mozart, and Sir Francis Drake. 

  • Learn About Mozart
  • Sir Francis Drake Ship Craft

Field Trip to Niagara Falls (Geronimo Stilton, No. 24)

  • Flint Corn Craft

Down and Out Down Under (Geronimo Stilton, No. 29) 

  •  Make a Fun Edible Coral Reef

Mighty Mount Kilimanjaro (Geronimo Stilton, No. 41)

  • How To Make A Mountain Volcano | Mighty Mount Kilimanjaro With Geronimo Stilton

Mouse in Space! (Geronimo Stilton #52) 

  • Mouse in Space Fun Puffy Moon Craft (Glow in the Dark)
  • Make an easy Straw Rocket

More Geronimo Stilton Resources

Also, look at some more resources below:

  • Who Is Geronimo Stilton Rodent Notebooking Page
Geronimo Stilton Books

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Hands-On History: Helen Keller Braille and ASL Activity

January 13, 2018 | Leave a Comment
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I have a fun hands-on history Helen Keller braille activity.

My eleven year old read about Helen Keller as part of his history curriculum this past fall.

He was amazed that being blind and deaf was even possible, much less that she was able to learn to communicate, read and eventually, become a motivational speaker for our nation.

Last week, he brought it up again.

Hands-On History: Helen Keller Braille and ASL Activity. If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to incorporate a hands- on idea for language arts and history while studying about Helen Keller, your kids will love this Braille & ASL activity. Click here to make it!

Helen Keller’s diligence and perseverance is what impressed him. “She just never gave up,” he said, shaking his head a bit.

You see, my son is profoundly dyslexic and still struggles with basic reading. Although he has made a ton of progress, reading continues to be a constant struggle for my little guy.

It occurred to me that this connection he felt to the historic story of Helen Keller was influencing his perception of his own abilities.

He felt so inspired witnessing the endless possibilities associated with Helen Keller’s grit and desire to learn.

Wanting to jump on this history and life lesson, I decided to layer in some additional learning by created this challenging, but fun hands-on activity.

Helen Keller Braille and ASL Activity

Hands-On History: Helen Keller Braille and ASL Activity. If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to incorporate a hands- on idea for language arts and history while studying about Helen Keller, your kids will love this Braille & ASL activity.

What You Need For This Activity:

  • Printables (included for your reference) – The Braille alphabet and the American Sign Language alphabet
  • Card Stock or Index Cards
  • Thumb Tacks or Push Pins
Making Braille Letters with Kids

Step 1: After printing up the alphabet references, I asked my son to take a look at the patterns in the braille letter formations.

He studied them for a bit, and then I created a secret message for him in “braille” using an index card and a push pin.

Reading Braille with Kids

Step 2: At first, he tried to run his fingers over the letters, but was not able to identify the letters, even when he used the reference sheet.

We talked about how difficult it would be to have to learn it all by touch, with no access to a cheat sheet.

Making the ASL Activity

Step 3: Then, he took the sheet itself and visually matched the dots to the reference. He was able to decode his message, and then created one for me to decode as well.

Decoding Braille with Kids

Easy Hands-on History Kid’s Activity

Step 4: After finishing our “braille lesson,” I grabbed a few coins.

As he closed his eyes, I placed each one in his hand and asked him to identify what coin it was, and any other writing or engravings on it.

Learning the ASL Alphabet

Step 5: Now it was time to move on to the sign language alphabet.

He and I both spelled different words, using the sign language letters, back and forth to one another. We remarked how much easier it was than interpreting the braille lettering.

Step 6: Finally, we stepped into the world of Helen Keller.

He closed his eyes while I placed his hands on mine and finger spelled basic words. He did the same for me.

Step 7: The most impactful part of this activity was our recap. We discussed how it felt to have one sense removed, how difficult not being understood must be, and the amazing the story of Helen Keller.

This was a wonderful way for my son to actually experience what had fascinated him in his reading and I was so encouraged to have this level of conversation with him.

Hands-On History: Helen Keller Braille and ASL Activity. If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to incorporate a hands- on idea for language arts and history while studying about Helen Keller, your kids will love this Braille & ASL activity.

We were able to deeply discuss empathy and the power of perseverance – something not always easy to do with a middle school boy.

Best of all, we had fun!

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Make history fun for your kids with these activities!

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Written by Shawna at Not the Former Things.

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Hands-On Literature: Make Alice in Wonderland Easy Cupcakes

October 7, 2017 | Leave a Comment
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Alice in Wonderland is probably one of my very favorite children’s books. It’s truly a great piece of literature.

And, while it’s often held up as a young children’s book, I think it’s a fantastic work for older elementary and middle school students to examine.

There are so many great lines in it. Some of my favorites are:

If you're looking for a fun and easy hands on idea to go with learning about Alice in Wonderland, your kids will love these Eat Me Cupcakes. Click here to see how to make them. Yum!

“Begin at the beginning and go on till you come to the end: then stop.”

“I’m afraid I can’t explain myself, sir, because I am not myself.”

And the best line in the entire book: “It’s no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then.” (You could write a graduate thesis about all the possible meanings of that quote.)

Since the book is such a great story, I thought it’d also be fun to add a hands-on literature activity. So we made up some Alice in Wonderland Eat Me Cupcakes!

MORE ALICE IN WONDERLAND ACTIVITIES

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See how to make these with your kids!

Hands-On Literature: Make Alice in Wonderland Eat Me Cupcakes

I’ll admit: I’m not much of a home baker. So I used a few shortcuts, namely, boxed cake mix and prepared frosting. You could always make this from scratch if you wanted.

But I wanted our cupcakes to be fun and that calls for Funfetti baking mix!

Alice in Wonderland Cupcake Supplies

I also wanted them to be bright and cheery, so we went with bright blue frosting and hot pink cupcake liners.

Here’s the actual supply list:

  • One box Funfetti baking mix (You’ll need the ingredients on the box as well: eggs and vegetable oil)
  • One can Funfetti Aqua Blue Vanilla frosting (I didn’t use the fish sprinkles.)
  • Colored cupcake liners
  • White sugar pearls
Alice in Wonderland Cupcake Batter

Just a tip here: I learned (from somewhere) that using an ice cream scoop to divide the batter makes it easier to make the cupcakes even. It totally works.

Alice in Wonderland Baked Cupcakes

We baked the cupcakes according to the directions on the box.

Frosted Alice in Wonderland Cupcakes

And then frosted them with the blue frosting. Now it was time to add the decorations!

Alice in Wonderland Eat Me Cupcakes

And that’s where the sugar pearls come in! We sprinkled a few of them over the cupcakes and, on one of them, we spelled out the words “EAT ME”.

When Alice finishes drinking the potion from the bottle with the label that says “DRINK ME”, she comes across a small cake with the words “EAT ME” spelled out in raisins. After she eats the cake, she starts growing and is soon too big to fit back through the garden door.

Making Alice in Wonderland Cupcakes

That didn’t happen with us, thankfully. And it’s important to discuss why children should never, never, never eat or drink anything just because it’s there. But we knew what was in these, so we didn’t have any reason to hold back.

Baking Alice in Wonderland Eat Me Cupcakes

Chomp! They were so, so good, too.

These were so fun to make and eat! If you wanted to really have an Alice in Wonderland party, you could have a tea party and serve these alongside. Just make sure no one acts too “mad” at teatime!

If you're looking for a fun and easy hands on idea to go with learning about Alice in Wonderland, your kids will love these Eat Me Cupcakes. Click here to see how to make them! Yum.

Looking for more ways to bring literature to life? Try these ideas!

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