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University of St Andrews: An Overview of Egyptian Math
This site presents a detailed overview of Egyptian mathematics, focusing on the arithmetical methods which they devised to work with their numerals.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Egyptian Fractions
On this one page website find the solution to this Egyptian fractions challenge by using equivalent fractions and your problem solving skills.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Egyptian History for Kids: King Tut's Tomb
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
The British Museum
British Museum: Ancient Egypt
A comprehensive site on Ancient Egypt, including sections on the lifestyle, geography, religion, and politics of the country.
Penn Museum
Penn Museum: Amarna: Ancient Egypt's Place in the Sun [Pdf]
The Amarna Period of ancient Egypt only lasted about thirty years but it is one of the most remarkable periods in Egypt's history. It began when the pharaoh Akhenaten, who was married to Nefertiti, built the city of Amarna in honor of...
Other
Amigos De La Egiptologia: Escritura
This Spanish-language Friends of Egypt page surveys the hieroglyphic writings of the ancient Egyptians.
Seeker
Seeker: Week of 5 5 14: How the Egyptians Really Built the Pyramids
Find out about the new scientific theory about how the pyramids were built and why so many scientists find it convincing.
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.
Other
Harvard Magazine: Who Built the Pyramids?
An extensive article discussing the work of Dr. Mark Lehner, a specialist on the history of the Pyramids and their construction. The article includes a number of excellent illustrations.
The British Museum
British Museum: Explore World Cultures: Byzantine Egypt
Learn about the art of byzantine Egypt in this historical overview and image gallery with detailed descriptions, from the collection of the British Museum.
Middle East Policy Council
Mepc: Teach Mideast: Egypt
In an effort to educate on the Middle East and Islam, MEPC offers this thorough resource featuring Egypt.
Other
Great Scott!: Hieroglyphs Numbers
Use this site to learn about the ancient Egyptian numbering system. Use the "converter" to the right to translate modern-day numbers to Egyptian hieroglyphs, or scroll to the bottom of the page to continue the journey and learn about...
BBC
Bbc: The Mummy Maker
An interactive game that allows the students to act as ancient Egyptian embalmers. Requires Flash plug-in.
Other
Anno Urbis: The Gods of Egypt the Religion of Ancient Egypt
A lengthy excerpt on Egyptian religion from the book "Ten Great Religions" by James Freeman Clarke, published in 1899.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Egypt: Old Kingdom
This article list the rulers, dynasties, and major events of Egypt's Old Kingdom from the 1st dynasty (3100-2890 BC) to the 8th dynasty (2181-2125 BC).
The British Museum
Ancient Egypt: Osiris
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of the underworld, Osiris. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
The British Museum
The British Museum: Horus
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of the sky, Horus. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
The British Museum
The British Museum: Isis
A brief overview of the Egyptian god of protection, Isis. Contains images and hyperlinked terms.
PBS
Pbs: Queens of Ancient Egypt (Lesson Plan)
A video-enriched lesson that has learners 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...
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!
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