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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Burial Practices and Memorials

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare and contrast burial practices in ancient Egypt, the former Soviet Union, and the United States.
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Handout
BBC

Bbc: History: Wetwang Chariot

For Students 9th - 10th
See an animation of the archaeological dig at a burial site in Wetwang, England. After you see how the site was excavated, you can watch a detailed animation of the construction of a chariot similar to what was found at the site. Archived.
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Graphic
Tech4Learning

Pics4 Learning: Images for Education: Tombs

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A large selection of photos from tombs, memorials and mausoleums. This site is a fantastic visual reference for a history or art class. Simply click on an photo to view the larger image.
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Handout
Smithsonian Institution

Encyclopedia Smithsonian: Egyptian Pyramids

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides a general overview of Egyptian pyramids, including history, location, and construction.
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Primary
Library of Congress

Loc: Poetry 180: The Blue Bowl

For Students 9th - 10th
This poem expresses the grief surrounding the burial of the poet's cat.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Fascinating History of Cemeteries

For Students 9th - 10th
Keith Eggener delves into our ever-evolving rituals for honoring the dead.