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PBS

Pbs Nova Mysteries of the Nile: Classroom Resources

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This PBS site offers teacher resources for studying ancient Egypt and the culture of that time. One can either customize a lesson plan using online archaeological sites, use a lesson plan from the site, or use some of the ideas and...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Art History: Cuneiform and the Invention of Writing

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Article discussing early forms of writing in the Ancient Near East. Includes links to additional information.
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National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Scroll Paintings (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students apply knowledge about Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and work collaboratively with classmates creating scroll paintings in this lesson. The Book of the Dead is referred to in teaching students about Ancient Egypt and...
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Lin and Don Donn

Lin and Don Donn: Ancient History Lesson Plans Egypt

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A social studies teacher shares his information on Ancient Egypt for elementary students. Find easy-to-understand facts on such things as the hieroglyphics, the Three Kingdoms, daily life, and religion.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: This Just In! Nile Network News Update

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Site offers interdisciplinary lesson plans on Ancient Egypt.Students will thoroughly research many aspects of life in Ancient Egypt. Lessons will culminate with students presenting their research findings using, a T.V News Show format....
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Tombs & Afterlife (Lesson on the Beliefs of Ancient Egyptians)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A video-based lesson plan that involves students in investigating the concept of the afterlife, the significance of tombs, and the burial customs and traditions of the ancient Egyptians. Ends with an assignment to design and create a...
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Other

Air Pano: Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
A virtual tour in 3D of the Great Pyramids of Giza. There are easy to understand navigational tools, and different photographs to start an exploration from.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Egyptian Art

For Students 6th - 8th
Art is usually meant to be seen and cherished, however, Egyptian art was never meant to be seen. The artwork in Egypt was to benefit the deceased. This site shows examples of Egyptian art and details the main characteristics of their...
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University of Manchester

Children's University of Manchester: Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Jigsaw

For Students 3rd - 5th
Selection of jigsaw puzzles on themes related to ancient Egypt.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: The Pyramids

For Students 1st - 6th
Reference material for elementary students outlines the history of the ancient pyramids of Egypt. Includes photos of the Great Pyramid at Giza, Saqqara, and the temples built to honor the gods and goddesses.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: The Mummy's Curse

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Article for students with pictures about the mythical curse of the ancient Egyptian tombs and the actual dangerous bacteria found inside. Includes links to resources for teachers.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry provides an overivew with map, photos, and timeline of the history and geography of ancient Egypt.
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Project Britain

Woodlands Junior School: Introduction to Ancient Egypt

For Students 3rd - 8th
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...
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Louisiana Department of Education

Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Grade 6 Social Studies: Ancient Egypt

For Teachers 6th - 7th
This sample task contains a set of primary and authentic sources about the impact of geography on the development of civilization in Ancient Egypt.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Art History: Rosetta Stone

For Students 9th - 10th
Audio slideshow discussing Rosetta Stone, 196 BC. [3:56] Includes links to additional information.
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Handout
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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A&E Television

History.com: The Little Known Peruvian Pyramids That Are as Old as Egypt's

For Students 9th - 10th
Caral was an architectural marvel - a 1,500-acre complex constructed by the oldest known civilization in the Western Hemisphere. Colossal pyramid structures in the Americas as old as those in Egypt? The Sacred City of Caral-Supe, in...
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Able Media

Classics Technology Center: Ancient Egypt

For Students 3rd - 8th
Seven teachers created activities to help enhance the study of ancient Egypt. Appropriate for a variety of levels and learning styles. Includes world wide web resources.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Practice History Questions: Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of ancient egypt with this online quiz.
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Handout
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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Website
PBS

Pbs: How Art Made the World

For Students 9th - 10th
A companion to the PBS series, How Art Made the World, this site shows the vital role art has played in the development of humanity beginning with very early civilizations. With text, images, and interviews with scholars, the site shows...
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Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: History of Egypt

For Students 1st - 6th
Article designed for elementary students outlines the history of ancient Egypt. With child friendly illustrations and examples of Egyptian hieroglyphs.
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Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Egyptian Daily Life

For Students 1st - 6th
Illustrated reference material designed for elementary students provides and overview of the geography and history of Egypt, housing structure and the types of daily activities typical to the culture.
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Handout
Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Egyptian School

For Students K - 1st
Article for students teaches them about education in ancient Egypt. Students learn how children were educated and who had the opportunity to go to school in ancient Egypt. Resources for teachers.