The ancient Egyptian theme of this summer camp allowed me to merge art with math and geometry.  The featured group project  was a replica of the Great Pyramid of Giza, an impressive 30" x 30" x 30" structure.

Along the way, students solved problems, like how to support the structure from the inside or maintain the triangular profile.  I also assigned roles, such as brick-maker, mason, and foreman, an effective strategy for encouraging cooperation amoung a group of 6-11 year olds.

Other aspects of Ancient Egyptian society, such as hieroglyphs, jewelry, and religious artifacts provided plenty of inspiration for individual projects throughout the week.