World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Ammon
Encyclopedia entry provides the history of Ammon in ancient Egypt.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Minding Your Mummies: The Science of Mummification
Mummies have always played a part in nightmares for Western cultures, but in ancient Egypt, mummification was a serious religious ritual. They believed that preserving human remains was necessary so that the previous owner could enjoy...
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Amigos De La Egiptologia: Medicina
This well-illustrated web page explains some of the medical practices of the ancient Egyptians.
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Amigos De La Egiptologia: Escritura
This Spanish-language Friends of Egypt page surveys the hieroglyphic writings of the ancient Egyptians.
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Amigos De La Egiptologia: Historia
This resource focuses on some of the many prominent personalities who lived in ancient Egypt. View the history of pharaohs, kings, and kingdoms.
Read Works
Read Works: Nefertari's Tomb by Alizah Salario
[Free Registration/Login Required] This five-page PDF nonfiction passage "Nefertari's Tomb" by Alizah Salario discusses how the tombs of the Ancient Egyptians provide information about their culture. It is followed by 10 comprehension...
A&E Television
History.com: 8 Facts About Ancient Egypt's Hieroglyphic Writing
The script found on the insides of ancient Egyptian temples, monuments and tombs represents a complex remnant of history. Next to the pyramids, the Sphinx and mummies, one of the most intriguing discoveries from ancient Egyptian...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Tutankhamun's Tomb (Innermost Coffin and Death Mask)
Tutankhamun's nearly intact tomb held a wealth of objects that give us unique insights into this period of ancient Egyptian history. Read about the discovery of his tomb and view pictures of the contents in this article.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Temple of Amun Re and the Hypostyle Hall, Karnak
The massive temple complex of Karnak was the principal religious center of the god Amun-Re in Thebes during the New Kingdom. The complex remains one of the largest religious complexes in the world. This temple gives scholars a wealth of...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Hunefer, Book of the Dead
"Book of the Dead" was specially produced for Hunefer. He was a royal scribe and steward of King Sety I. Hunefer's high status is reflected in the fine quality of his "Book of the Dead", which was specially produced for him. View...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Tomb Chapel of Nebamun
The British Museum contains 11 fragments of wall painting, some of the most famous images of Egyptian art. The fragments come from the now lost tomb-chapel of Nebamun, an ancient Egyptian scribe or, "scribe and grain accountant in the...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Hunefer, Book of the Dead
Hunefer's high status is reflected in the fine quality of his Book of the Dead, which was specially produced for him. This, and a Ptah-Sokar-Osiris figure, inside which the papyrus was found, are the only objects which can be ascribed to...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Paintings From the Tomb Chapel of Nebamun
The fragments from the wall painting in the tomb-chapel of Nebamun are keenly observed vignettes of Nebamun and his family enjoying both work and play. Some concern the provision of the funerary cult that was celebrated in the...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: History Uncovered in Conserving the Rosetta Stone
When the Rosetta Stone was discovered in 1799, the carved characters that covered its surface were quickly copied. Printer's ink was applied to the Stone and white paper laid over it. When the paper was removed, it revealed an exact copy...
Andre Dollinger
Pharaonic Egypt: Agriculture in Ancient Egypt
Use this site to learn about the inventions and innovations of the Ancient Egyptian farmers. This detailed article, which discusses irrigation and the Nile flooding, planting, and harvesting includes links to related articles and...
Andre Dollinger
Ancient Egypt: The Assyrian Expansion
A short history of the Assyrian conquest of Egypt that deeply integrates historical references made by Herodotus' "Histories" and the Bible. Includes related links that include a dynasty list.
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Keller Dovetail: Dovetails in Ancient Egypt
Pictures of ancient Egyptian boxes showing examples of fine carpentry. Examples of the dovetail technique from 4000 years ago.
Discovering Egypt
Mark Millmore's Ancient Egypt: Pyramids at Giza
Information and illustrations about the pyramids at Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, also known as Cheops.
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Ancient Egypt: The Mythology: Common Myths About Cleopatra
Some of the common misconceptions about Cleopatra are debunked here.
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Alien Travel Guide: Egyptian Chanting and Dancing
This site from the Alien Travel Guide provides information on the different customs of Egyptian Theatre. There is also a hieroglyphic of Egyptians dancing. Set up as a slide show, user may also click through a variety of other theatre...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Khufu
A Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. He reigned from 2589 to 2566 BC, and is known for being the builder of the Great Pyramid of Giza.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Merneptah
The fourth ruler of the Nineteenth Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, reigning from 1213 to 1203 BC.
PBS
Pbs: Egypt's Golden Kingdom: Women
An intriguing look at the woman's role in society in the New Kingdom. This PBS article talks about the rights of women which were unusual in ancient cultures
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Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology
Take a tour of Egypt or visit the online exhibit of artifacts at this site. Descriptions and history of the artifacts are given and there is an impressive links page.
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