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TES Global

Blendspace: Tombs of Ancient Egypt Inference

For Students 4th - 8th
A nine-part learning module with links to slides, texts, videos, and websites about making inferences with information about the tombs of ancient Egypt.
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Tour Egypt

Tour Egypt: Egypt: Gods of Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Mythology

For Students 9th - 10th
Online travel site provides tour of Egypt featuring the history and mythology of Ancient Egypt.
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Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Investigate Real Egyptian Artifacts

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short list of artifacts dating back to Ancient Egypt with descriptions and images. Additionally, find links for activities, a timeline, and details of mummies to enhance study of the early civilization.
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Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Ancient Egypt: Explore Real Egyptian Mummies

For Students 3rd - 8th
Identify three images and x-rays of Egyptian mummies. Additionally, find links for activities, artifacts, and a timeline to enhance study of the early civilization.
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Government in Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the North Park University provides information concerning the Old Kingdom of Egypt (2686-2181 BC) and its system of government. Examines the functions of the government and the links between government and religion.
Interactive
University of Manchester

Children's University of Manchester: Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Jigsaw

For Students 3rd - 5th
Selection of jigsaw puzzles on themes related to ancient Egypt.
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PBS

Pbs: Egypt's Golden Kingdom: Women

For Students 9th - 10th
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
Primary
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: "Blue Egyptians" by Laura E. Richards

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the text of the short story "Blue Egyptians" by Laura E. Richards, the story of two women who work in a rag shop, what they find, and what it brings to each.
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Other

Ancient Egypt: The Mythology: The Life of the Rich

For Students 3rd - 8th
Describes some of the daily habits of the rich in ancient Egypt.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Kids History: Ancient Egypt for Kids

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site contains links for students to learn about Ancient Egypt. It also contains some basic information about the Nile River, culture, pyramids, and fun facts.
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Able Media

Classics Technology Center: Guided Tour of Ancient Egypt: Pyramids at Giza

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read about the impressive pyramids at Giza, how they were made, and why they were placed the way they were.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History for Kids: The Great Sphinx

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the Great Sphinx of Ancient Egypt. This giant statue was built over 4000 years ago near the Giza pyramids.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History for Kids: Timeline

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the events and timeline of the Ancient Egyptians in history.
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Other

St. Petersburg Times: Egypt Daily Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Basic information on the daily lives of Ancient Egyptians. Looks at family life, marriage, cosmetics, food, fashion, furniture, and government.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: A Day in the Life of an Ancient Egyptian (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson for exploring the daily lives of ancient Egyptians from every social class. Learners select one class and develop a creative class presentation to share their findings.
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Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Demigods & Spirits: Proteus, Marine Deity From Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Proteus, a gentle marine deity from Egypt and the personification of the waves who received the gift of prophecy.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Ancient Egyptian Animals

For Students 4th - 6th
Explains the different roles and uses of animals in ancient Egypt.
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Other

History on the Net: The Egyptians Pyramids

For Students 3rd - 5th
Provides an introduction to Egyptian pyramids for younger students.
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Smithsonian Institution

Encyclopedia Smithsonian: Egyptian Mummies

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry describes in detail the process of mummification in Ancient Egypt and who was mummified.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
A reference guide for Egypt is shared on this resource compiled by Fordham University.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History: Book of the Dead

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead. Texts of chapters and spells the Egyptians used in the afterlife.
Website
Emory University

Emory University: Odyssey Online

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Odyssey Online is a resource for both students and teachers as they explore world mythology in reading, writing, history, and art classes. Providing sections on Near Eastern, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and African mythology, Odyssey uses...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History for Kids: Boats and Transportation

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the boats and transportation of Ancient Egypt. The Nile River was an important way to travel using ships and rafts.
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Other

Ancient Egypt: The Mythology: Geb

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information about Geb, an ancient Egyptian earth god.

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