Great Pyramid of Khufu

This Great Pyramid is counted among the seven
wonders of the world. Among the pyramids at
Giza, this is the largest. The pyramid is
constructed of about 2.3 million stones, each
weighing about two and a half tons. The
pyramid is currently 137 meters (450 feet) tall.
This pyramid is shrouded in mystery you can
use this paper sculpture to explore its secrets!

Print out pages 1 through 3, cut out each individual part along their cut lines,
and fold along the mountain and valley fold lines.

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Build the pyramid

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Assembly

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World Papercraft Buildings of the World Series Egypt

Great Pyramid of Khufu

(section 1)

Canon World Papercraft Mini-book

Buildings of the World Series

Egypt

*Cut out the card above and save it. You can collect the cards from each of the Papercraft
projects to make your own mini-book!

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