Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Egyptian Music
Information on instruments and the importance of music in ancient Egyptian culture. Includes photos, links to worksheets, activities and quizzes.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: This Just In! Nile Network News Update
Site offers interdisciplinary lesson plans on Ancient Egypt.Learners will thoroughly research many aspects of life in Ancient Egypt. Lessons will culminate with students presenting their research findings using, a T.V News Show format....
University of Oxford (UK)
Pitt Rivers Museum: Treatment of the Dead in Ancient Egypt
A nice and concise description of the way the ancient Egyptians treated their dead. It gives details on the funerary practices, coffins, the use of shabti figures and canopic jars.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Tombs & Afterlife (Lesson on the Beliefs of Ancient Egyptians)
A video-based lesson plan that involves students in investigating the concept of the afterlife, the significance of tombs, and the burial customs and traditions of the ancient Egyptians. Ends with an assignment to design and create a...
PBS
Pbs: Science and Technology of Ancient Egypt (Lesson Plan)
A lesson involving research and exploration of key scientific and technological contributions made by the ancient Egyptians, including newspapers, cosmetics, and glassware.
Other
Bradshaw Foundation: Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
Sixteen Egyptian gods and goddesses are listed, accompanied by pictures and explanations of their roles.
PBS
Pbs: Queens of Ancient Egypt (Lesson Plan)
A video-enriched lesson that has learners researching three great queens of ancient Egypt--Nefertiti, Tiy, and Nefertari. Students will identify the ways in which these powerful women impacted Egyptian culture and will explain why they...
The British Museum
Ancient Egypt: Osiris
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of the underworld, Osiris. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
Other
Egypt and Art: The Egyptian Book of the Dead
This is an interesting site from artist Richard Deurer that breaks down the Egyptian Book of the Dead into understandable sections. Everything is cross-referenced, and the resource even contains the complete translated text. RL.9-10.6...
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Ancient Egypt: Personal Ornaments
On this website you can read about all types of personal adornment of both men and women in ancient Egypt. There are pictures and hyperlinks for more information.
The British Museum
British Museum: Ancient Egypt: Writing
Students explore the different Egyptian scripts and where they were used in ancient Egypt.
Other
Bbc: The Pyramid of Hawara, Egypt
One of the less well known pyramids of Egypt is the Pyramid of Hawara, built by Amenemhat III, who ruled Egypt between 1842 and 1794 BC. The author describes how this pyramid came to be, its construction and subsequent history.
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Egyptians and Foreigners
Egyptians' view of the world, geographically and culturally, is discussed in this comprehensive article. Read about what Egyptians adopted from other cultures. Follow hyperlinks for more information. Links are provided for additional...
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Building in Ancient Egypt
What was involved in building the towns, pyramids, and temples in ancient Egypt? Read about the planning that needed to be done, including building plans, material acquisition, and labor force.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Ancient Egypt: 3 D Reconstruction of Luxor Temple
One of the greatest achievement of Ancient Egypt was its architecture, mainly pyramids and temples. Mark Millmore created a 3D reconstruction of the Temple of Luxor and the statues of Rameses II. This very detailed rendition includes the...
University of Manchester
Children's University of Manchester: Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Jigsaw
Selection of jigsaw puzzles on themes related to ancient Egypt.
Quia
Quia: Exploring Lines and Angles
If you're looking for a short quiz to check your students' basic knowledge about ancient Egyptian art, then you will find this site very useful. There are seven scored multiple choice questions, and the quiz automatically shows the...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Egypt
Encyclopedia entry provides an overivew with map, photos, and timeline of the history and geography of ancient Egypt.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Egypt: Middle Kingdom
This article lists the dynasties that ruled the Middle Kingdom of Egypt from the 11th dynasty (2125-1991 BC) to the 17th dynasty (1650-1550 BC) and describes the major events that marked the reigns of their respective pharaohs.
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University of Memphis: Egyptian Artifacts Exhibit
A site from The University of Memphis with several examples of Egyptian artifacts, with detailed descriptions. Enlarge any of the photos with just a click!
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Akhenaten
Thorough overview of Akhenaten and early Egyptian civilization.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Cuneiform and the Invention of Writing
Article discussing early forms of writing in the Ancient Near East. Includes links to additional information.
Project Britain
Woodlands Junior School: Introduction to Ancient Egypt
An easy to read, colorful site introducing many aspects of Ancient Egypt. The menu lists topics to click on: pyramids, farming, Gods, King Tut, hieroglyphics, mummies, river Nile, pharaohs, and more. Brief text make this ideal for...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Alphabet
Reference material on the history of the alphabet beginning with a system of representation of sounds as in Egyptian hieroglyphs and then cuneiform. Illustrations and links to related content.
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