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Great Pyramid of Giza

Explore a Great Pyramid paper model with a lift-off summit, removable north-east shell and stepped core. Raised passage channels and three windowed teaching chambers reveal the inside of this ancient landmark.

35 A4 landscape pages42 labelled components20 assembly stepsAges 14+
£9.23 on Etsy · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
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  • 36 structural pieces, a plateau board and separate below-ground route card
  • Four ramp-hypothesis discussion cards and four join clinics
  • A location map, 20-milestone timeline, 36 facts and six learning challenges

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Nominal model size: 170 mm square base and approximately 108 mm high. Interiors are enlarged teaching features, not archaeological-scale reconstructions; ramp cards are for discussion. Print at Actual Size on 160–200 gsm matte card. Advanced papercraft for patient teens and adults; allow several sessions and drying time. Adult supervision is needed for craft-knife cuts.

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Print, cut and fold a Great Pyramid paper model designed with a lift-off summit and removable north-east shell. Inside, explore a stepped core, raised open-front passage channels and three windowed teaching chambers. Your download is one 35-page A4 landscape PDF with 42 labelled cut components, 20 numbered assembly steps and four focused join clinics. The 42 components include 36 structural model pieces, a plateau display board, a separate below-ground route card and four ramp-hypothesis discussion cards. The model has a nominal 170 mm square base and stands approximately 108 mm high. Explore further with a location map, 20-milestone timeline, 36 historical facts and six learning challenges. Interiors are enlarged teaching features rather than archaeological-scale reconstructions. The plateau board is schematic; ramp cards support discussion rather than building physical ramps. Print one-sided at 100% / Actual Size on 160–200 gsm matte card. You'll need scissors, a ruler, scorer and PVA glue. Adult supervision is needed for craft-knife cuts. This advanced papercraft project suits patient teens 14+ and adults; allow several careful sessions and full drying time. Check the printed calibration rulers, dry-fit each join and follow the included building checklist. Digital download only. No printed materials, tools or assembled model are included. Listing illustrations are dimension-derived views of the included design, not photographs.
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  1. Print one-sided at Actual Size / 100% on A4 160–200 gsm matte card. Check the calibration guide before cutting.
  2. Gather scissors, PVA glue, a ruler and a blunt scoring tool. An adult handles craft-knife cuts.
  3. Follow the numbered steps and join clinics, dry-fit each section and allow glue to dry before continuing.

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