Wax Museum Information

What is the Wax Museum? The Wax Museum is the culminating project for the 2nd grade Social Studies Unit Famous People of the United States. Throughout the unit students will choose a famous American to study and write a report. The report will be written in first person so that the kids can really become the famous American. At the wax museum students will actually become their famous American by dressing up like that person. During the wax museum the students will be seated at their desk. They will have a button on their desk and when it is pushed, the students will stand up and recite their report. Therefore, the more ≥in character the students become, the more believable and fun the museum will be!

Timeline of Events for the Wax Museum

January 28th; HOMEWORK: Choose a famous American and select an appropriate book about the chosen famous American. Bring this book in to be approved by the teacher.

February 3rd; Last day to have the book selected and approved by the teacher

February 3rd- 8th; Students should read their book at home and learn about their famous American

February 5th HOMEWORK: Bring in a stamped envelope addressed to the parents.

February 8th ; HOMEWORK: Graphic Organizer. DUE FEB. 10th.

February 10 - 17; In school, students will write, publish, and practice reports.

February 17th - Reports will be sent home for the students to memorize. Work on costumes and props.

February 26th; Wax Museum Day! Parents are invited to attend from 2:30 - 3:00.

Any questions, please feel free to ask! Thanks for your help in this unique second grade activity!

Sincerely, The Second Grade Teachers
Posted by lm_cressell@s... on 11/1/06; 5:51:34 PM from the Teacher dept.