Young scholars complete a variety of activities related to the pottery of Harding Black and the uses of clay in San Antonio, Texas. They watch a video about the life of Harding Black, conduct a clay percolation experiment, compare and...

Ninth graders examine causes and effects of the Uluburun shipwreck. In groups, they develop their own ways to categorize the artifacts found on the ship and decide on the research questions they are going to focus on. They use the...

Students decide which personal items would be necessary for success and happiness in the afterlife.

Second graders identify the major contributions of ancient Egypt, including architectural monuments, e.g. the pyramids and Sphinx. They study the function of the pyramids as tombs for the Pharaohs.

Students examine the history of the Exodus and life of Moses. For this Exodus lesson, students watch "Exodus: History Writ Large", research the life of Moses, and author books that depict scenes from Mose's life.

Young scholars examine different myths of various cultures around the world. Using artwork, they discuss the artistic designs and develop hypothesize about their importance. They use the internet to research myths they are aware of and...

Students design monuments, taking into account what is known about geometric shapes and measuring. Students create a museum complete with monuments and descritions of the monuments. Students provide guides at each monument in order to...

Sixth graders begin the lesson by discussing how artifacts are located. In groups, they define the terms supply, demand, resources and trade and discuss how the United States is affected by International trade. They use this...

Learners explore Asia. In this geography skills lesson plan, students design travel brochures that market Asia by highlighting its location, population, capital, landforms, famous places, and food.

In this archaeology for kids quiz 101 worksheet, students interactively answer 12 multiple choice questions as part of an online magazine, then click to check their answers.

Students explore espionage. In this current events lesson, students research various Web sites for information about the history of spy work, Anglo-Russian relations, and spy gadgets. 

Students solve and verify the solution for unknown measures. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the properties of circles. They use the arc, angle and segment relationship to find the missing measures.

Students reinforce the opera-learning experience with a student-created and produced media project. Also, students get involved in various aspects of videotape and stage production through small and large group work

This lesson plan template aligns with the TechnoMummy curriculum and resources, but includes great ideas to use without the curriculum. During this lesson on Ancient Egypt, students will become Egyptologists and learn about ancient...

In this ancient Egypt activity, students read about bartering in the marketplace. Students find the value of 4 items and draw the things you could barter them for.

Learners research and compare Thebes to their hometown to explain how a city's geography, economy, climate, and culture affect its inhabitants.

Learners compare and contrast burial practices in ancient Egypt, the former Soviet Union, and the United States.

Awesome examples of Egyptian art are given on these web pages from The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Enjoy looking at pictures of actual pieces of art that are currently in the museum. Along with the art are brief historical...

Art is usually meant to be seen and cherished, however, Egyptian art was never meant to be seen. The artwork in Egypt was to benefit the deceased. This site shows examples of Egyptian art and details the main characteristics of their...

This site has a collection of images of Egyptian art. View pieces one at a time or fifty at a time (see top navigation). Includes an introduction to Egyptian art, too.

Ancient Egyptian art must be viewed from the standpoint of the ancient Egyptians to understand it. This article discusses the purpose of Ancient Egyptian art and includes pictures.

An interesting site with examples of Egyptian art from the National Gallery of Art in Washington. This article discusses pharaohs, sphinxes, symbols, mummification, and much more. [PDF]

PBS documentary considers how ancient Egyptian artists chose to represent the human body and answers questions about how the cultural values of a society, such as the desire for order, shape its art. With close-ups of Egyptian art that...