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Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art: Lentoid Flask (Pilgrim Flask)

For Students 9th - 10th
This glass Lentoid Flask (Pilgrim Flask), c. 1336-1186 BC is representative art from Egypt, New Kingdom, during the Late Dynasty 18 (1540-1296 BC) to Dynasty 19 (1295-1186 BC)/
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Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art: Unguent Bottle (Krateriskos)

For Students 9th - 10th
This Unguent Bottle (Krateriskos), c. 1336-1295 BC made of alabaster is from Egypt, New Kingdom, during the Late Dynasty 18 (1540-1296 BC). (post-Amarna period or later).
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Egyptian Science

For Students 1st - 6th
History for Kids reference page with illustrations provides details of a number of scientific achievements from ancient Egypt, including metal working, glass blowing, surveying and the development of standardized measurement.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Bread, the Staff of Life

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the preparation of flour and the baking of bread in ancient Egyptian kitchens. Bread, the staff of life, was vital to all classes of Egyptians.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Food: Bread, Beer, and All Good Things

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting look at food, cooking, and cooking utensils in ancient Egypt. Take the opportunity to see pictures of banquets from tombs, and read quotes from ancient Egyptian records.
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Other

Guardian's Spotlight: Interview With Dr. Zahi Hawass

For Students 9th - 10th
The transcript of an interview with one of the world's greatest experts on the Pyramids of Giza. Hawass provides detailed information on the latest discoveries.
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Primary
Penguin Publishing

Penguin Random House: Fact Tracker: Mummies and Pyramids

For Students K - 1st
This book checks information shared in the fiction book entitled Magic Tree House #3: Mummies in the Morning by Mary Pope Osborne. Mummies and Pyramids, the nonfiction companion written by Will Osborne and Mary Pope Osborne, is the...
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Curated OER

Oriental Institute: The Discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun

For Students 9th - 10th
In 1923, the tomb of King Tut was finally unsealed by the British excavation team led by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon. This exhibit from the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago offers an image gallery of photographs taken...
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Fruits and Vegetables

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of the many fruits and vegetables available to the ancient Egyptians. A chart is provided showing which frits and vegetables were grown in which seasons.
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Discovering Egypt

Discovering Egypt: The Woman Who Was King

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief article describing Queen Hatshepsut's rise to power and her 20-year reign.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Meat and Fish

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting look at the role meat and fish played in the Egyptians' diet. Many kinds of animals were domesticated for use of both upper and lower classes. Hyperlinks for more information.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Clothing

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive description of clothing in ancient Egypt: fabrics, construction, styles, laundering, and footwear. Many pictures accompany the commentary.
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University of Michigan

Univerisity of Michigan: A Taste of the Ancient World: Storage and Cooking

For Students 9th - 10th
Pottery used for food storage and transportation of liquids offers insight into Egyptian daily life. See pictures of many different styles of pottery.
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Tour Egypt

Tour Egypt: Aha! Or Is It King Menes

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting look at Menes, and whether that was, in fact, his name or possibly a title. Includes some discussion of his reign and whether he was in fact the first Egyptian ruler.
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Other

American University (Cairo): Theban Mapping Project

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the ancient city of Thebes at this amazing website that brings together zoomable maps, video, images, text, a glossary and timeline, and other resources to help learners understand the significance of the ongoing archaeological...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History for Kids: Army and Soldiers

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about Ancient Egyptian army and soldiers including their weapons and chariots. The history of this world civilization.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History: Geography and the Nile River

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about Ancient Egyptian Geography and the Nile River. The Nile provided fertile land, transportation, and building materials for Egypt.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History for Kids: King Tut's Tomb

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about Ancient Egyptian secret of King Tut's Tomb. How it was found, the curse, and the treasure inside the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankamun
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Great Pyramids of Giza

For Students 9th - 10th
The last remaining of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, the great pyramids of Giza are perhaps the most famous and discussed structures in history. However, they are threatened by urban encroachment and political chaos. With the...
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Basketry

For Students 9th - 10th
Baskets, used by many cultures, became a beautiful art form in Egypt. Read about the methods of making baskets, the materials used, and the many uses.
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Handout
Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Pottery

For Students 9th - 10th
Pottery was used in Egypt across the ages. Read about the kinds of clay used, the foreign influences on the shapes of pottery, and the many uses of pottery.
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Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Egyptian Furniture

For Students 1st - 6th
History for Kids reference page on the furniture of ancient Egypt shares information on household furnishings of the wealthy and others in Egyptian civilization.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Egyptian Painting

For Students K - 1st
Article teaches kids about the paintings found in ancient Egypt. Students learn about style, color, media, and the meaning behind Egyptian art. Includes photos, links to worksheets, coloring pages and quizzes.
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Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Slaves

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Article for younger students on the practice of slavery and the life of slaves in ancient Egypt. Includes teacher resources.

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