The British Museum
British Museum: Ancient Egypt: Writing
Students explore the different Egyptian scripts and where they were used in ancient Egypt.
Other
Bbc: The Pyramid of Hawara, Egypt
One of the less well known pyramids of Egypt is the Pyramid of Hawara, built by Amenemhat III, who ruled Egypt between 1842 and 1794 BC. The author describes how this pyramid came to be, its construction and subsequent history.
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...
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.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Ancient Egypt: 3 D Reconstruction of Luxor Temple
One of the greatest achievement of Ancient Egypt was its architecture, mainly pyramids and temples. Mark Millmore created a 3D reconstruction of the Temple of Luxor and the statues of Rameses II. This very detailed rendition includes the...
University of Manchester
Children's University of Manchester: Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Jigsaw
Selection of jigsaw puzzles on themes related to ancient Egypt.
Quia
Quia: Exploring Lines and Angles
If you're looking for a short quiz to check your students' basic knowledge about ancient Egyptian art, then you will find this site very useful. There are seven scored multiple choice questions, and the quiz automatically shows the...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Egypt
Encyclopedia entry provides an overivew with map, photos, and timeline of the history and geography of ancient Egypt.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Egypt: Middle Kingdom
This article lists the dynasties that ruled the Middle Kingdom of Egypt from the 11th dynasty (2125-1991 BC) to the 17th dynasty (1650-1550 BC) and describes the major events that marked the reigns of their respective pharaohs.
Other
University of Memphis: Egyptian Artifacts Exhibit
A site from The University of Memphis with several examples of Egyptian artifacts, with detailed descriptions. Enlarge any of the photos with just a click!
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Akhenaten
Thorough overview of Akhenaten and early Egyptian civilization.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Cuneiform and the Invention of Writing
Article discussing early forms of writing in the Ancient Near East. Includes links to additional information.
Project Britain
Woodlands Junior School: Introduction to Ancient Egypt
An easy to read, colorful site introducing many aspects of Ancient Egypt. The menu lists topics to click on: pyramids, farming, Gods, King Tut, hieroglyphics, mummies, river Nile, pharaohs, and more. Brief text make this ideal for...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Alphabet
Reference material on the history of the alphabet beginning with a system of representation of sounds as in Egyptian hieroglyphs and then cuneiform. Illustrations and links to related content.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Illustrated Timeline of Ancient Egypt's New Kingdom
Step through 500 years charting the major events of ancient Egypt's New Kingdom. An effective tool for learning about the lives and accomplishments of major Egyptian pharaohs, including Rameses and Akhenaten.
University College London
University College London:digital Egypt for Universities: Games in Ancient Egypt
Artifacts of games and game pieces from Predynastic Egypt and later. Click on the game to see many pieces from that game. Some commentary describing the finds.
Tour Egypt
Tour Egypt!: The Dahshur Necropolis in Egypt
Describes the pyramid complex at Dahshur, Egypt, which opened in 1996. Links on the left lead to more detailed information.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Week of 5 12 14: Tomb Painting Provides Answers to Pyramids Mystery
Modern people have always wondered how the pyramids of Egypt were contstructed. Learn what we are now discovering that may unveil the facts about this ancient achievement.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: The Egyptian Ankh
Discusses Egyptian hieroglyphics and the importance of the symbol Ankh in ancient Egypt.
Other
History on the Net: The Egyptians Pyramids
Provides an introduction to Egyptian pyramids for younger students.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Sir Dig a Lot: History of King Tut
Sir Dig-a-Lot takes us on a tour of King Tut's tomb and explains some facts about this ancient Egyptian pharaoh.
Other
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Ancient Egypt
Library of ancient Egyptian clip art, by illustrator and educator Phillip Martin.
Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Ancient Egypt: Explore Real Egyptian Mummies
Identify three images and x-rays of Egyptian mummies. Additionally, find links for activities, artifacts, and a timeline to enhance study of the early civilization.
A&E Television
History.com: Ancient Egypt
For almost 30 centuries -- from its unification around 3100 B.C. to its conquest by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C. -- ancient Egypt was the preeminent civilization in the Mediterranean world. From the great pyramids of the Old Kingdom...
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