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.
PBS
Pbs: Queens of Ancient Egypt (Lesson Plan)
A video-enriched lesson that has students 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...
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...
Read Works
Read Works: Ancient Egypt Queen of the Nile
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site contains biographical information about the Egyptian Queen, Cleopatra. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and establishes...
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.
Other
Ancient Egypt: The Mythology: Mummification: How Did the Egyptians Perfect
This article suggests that the ancient Egyptians may have practiced their mummification techniques on skeletons for centuries before using them on flesh.
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.
The British Museum
British Museum: Ancient Egypt: Writing
Students explore the different Egyptian scripts and where they were used in ancient Egypt.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Akkadians, Egyptians, and Hebrews
This site provides information on the civilizations of the Akkadians, Egyptians, and Hebrews.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Inventions and Technology of Ancient Egypt for Kids
History Questions: Inventions and Technology Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Other
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Ancient Egypt
Library of ancient Egyptian clip art, by illustrator and educator Phillip Martin.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Boats and Transportation of Ancient Egypt for Kids
History Questions: Boats and Transportation Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Army and Soldiers of Ancient Egypt for Kids
History Questions: Egyptian Army Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Nile River and Geography of Ancient Egypt for Kids
History Questions: Nile River Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Great Sphinx of Ancient Egypt for Kids
History Questions: The Great Sphinx Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Curated OER
Teachnology: Ancient Egypt Teaching Theme
Enhance classroom learning about Ancient Egypt with this collection of lesson plans, activities, interactive sites and more.
Able Media
Classics Technology Center: Guided Tour of Ancient Egypt
Cool site explores over 1500 years of ancient Egyptian history. Includes pictures and descriptions of the highlights of Egypt. Don't skip the section on mummification!
SMART Technologies
Smart: Ancient Egypt Religion
Topics discussed: creation, symbols, polytheism, Book of the Dead, Mummification, Cartouche, Curse of the Mummy, pyramids, and the Riddle of Sphinx. Very Interactive!!! - Make your own cartouche, explore a tomb, and make your own mummy.
Other
Waseda University: Tools in the Ancient Egypt
Photographs of replicas of ancient Egyptian tools used in the construction of the pyramids, temples, and tombs.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Ancient Egypt: Akhenaten the Heretic
Akhenaten was revolutionary in his religious beliefs. He worshiped only the sun god in a polytheistic society, therefore he was not loved by many of his subjects. This following site includes a summary, a podcast and video highlighting...
Able Media
Classics Technology Center: Guided Tour of Ancient Egypt: Pyramids at Giza
Read about the impressive pyramids at Giza, how they were made, and why they were placed the way they were.
Other
Louvre Museum: Visitor Trails: Daily Life in Egypt in the Time of Pharoahs
Take a tour through the Louvre and discover examples of art depicting daily life in ancient Egypt during the time of the pharoahs. Read descriptions of the scenes and click to learn more about the details of the artwork itself. A very...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Materials and Techniques
Ancient Egyptians used a wide variety of techniques to make their unparalleled artwork. Stone, paint, wood, metal, relief sculpture, and pigments are described with pictures. A question/answer section from the community is also included.
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