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Introduction
What You'll Need
Dirt with high clay content
Dry grass or straw
Water
Ice cube tray
Plastic cling wrap
Cookie sheet
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius).
Step 2
Mix the dirt and water to get a thick mud.
Step 3
Knead in the dry grass or straw.
Step 4
Line the ice cube tray with the plastic cling wrap.
Step 5
Press the mud mixture into the ice cube tray.
Step 6
Unmold the mud bricks onto the cookie sheet.
Step 7
Bake for 60 minutes.
Step 8
Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Step 9
Build an Ancient Egyptian house.
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