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Interactive
The British Museum

The British Museum: Carpenter's Workshop

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains a wealth of information regarding the use of carpentry in ancient Egypt. By clicking on the tools in the relief at the top of the page, one can learn about the use of the adze, saw, and bow drill by Egyptian carpenters.
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Handout
Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Craftsmen and Artists

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief overview of the role and importance of the craftsman in Egyptian society, primarily in reference to the works of the pharaohs. Hyperlinks to other articles on this website.
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Handout
Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Woods

For Students 9th - 10th
The Egyptians used wood for many things, but had very little locally, so you can see that they needed to trade for it. Read about how the carpenters used the wood they acquired. Hyperlinks to other places in website. Links to other...
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Carpenter

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about what carpenters do and learn about the type of education and training one needs in order to become a carpenter.