Religion for Breakfast
The Ancient Egyptians Believed in Invisibility Spells
An example of a magical text from the 5th century CE. What can it tell us about the beliefs and practices of ancient individuals living in Greco-Roman Egypt?
60 Second Histories
Pyramid town
An Egyptian worker describes the town that grew up beside the Pyramids of Giza. He explains where the workers and their families lived and also what they ate.
60 Second Histories
Egyptian gods - part 2
An Egyptian priestess continues the story of the Egyptian gods, referring to Osiris, Isis, Set and Nephthys
60 Second Histories
Pyramid workers
An Egyptian pyramid worker describes where the workers came from, where they lived and also explains how they worked in crews under a foreman.
Two Minute Music Theory
Coda: Egyptian Music Theory
A study of the instruments used in Ancient Egypt
Curated Video
Exploring the Sky: The History and Use of Star Charts
Since ancient times, humans have be using the stars to navigate. Learn about the earliest star charts and how modern star charts are used.
Curated Video
The science of Ancient Egypt
How ancient Egyptians society developed and flourished civilization by starting out a revolution to develop their economy. A look at their major contribution towards science and technology. Some facts about orgination of Giza Pyramids...
Economics Explained
The Economy of Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt was amongst the first major human civilizations in existence. Outside of being genuinely fascinating the economy of ancient Egypt is enlightening to really pull apart because it represents an economy in it’s most basic...
Curated Video
Mummies: Ancient Burial Practices and Modern Preservation
This video provides an overview of mummies, both anthropogenic and spontaneous, explaining how they are preserved through intentional or unintentional means. It explores the mummification practices of ancient Egypt, as well as examples...
Curated Video
Imhotep: Father of Medicine
Have you ever wondered how the medical profession came to be? or in fact who started the profession at all? Well, take a seat and prepare to be amazed because today’s episode is about Egyptian genius Imhotep the Father of modern...
60 Second Histories
Pyramids of Giza
This short history video looks at the location of Giza and the Great Pyramid itself, built for King Khufu. It also explains why pyramids were built near to the river.
Curated Video
Umbrellas: Practical and Fashionable
Umbrellas are folding canopies supported by outward protruding ribs, providing protection against rain and sunlight. They have been around for thousands of years, with early versions made of palm leaves or silk fabric. Over time,...
AllTime 10s
10 Modern Items That Are Way Older Than You Think
Did you know how old these items were? Tell us which one shocked you most in the comments below! Here's 10 Modern Items that are WAY Older Than You Think
60 Second Histories
Building an Egyptian pyramid - part 3
What happened as the pyramid grew higher? A pyramid worker explains how materials were delivered to site and how scaffolding was used, much like today.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Why Did The Ancient Egyptians Leave The Heart In The Body?
This video is answering the question of why did The Ancient Egyptians leave the heart in the body.
NASA
NASA | Looking Down a Well: A Brief History of Geodesy
Geodesy is a field of study that deals with the measurement and representation of the Earth, and it all started when a clever human named Eratosthenes discovered that you could measure the circumference of the Earth by looking down a...
60 Second Histories
Egyptian gods - part 3
An Egyptian priestess describes some of the more unusual animal gods the Egyptians prayed to like Bast, the cat goddess and Sobek who has the head of a crocodile.
Learning Mole
The Pyramids
In this video we explore one of the ancient wonders of the world -The Pyramids in Egypt.
Curated Video
Hatshepsut part 3: The Exploration of Punt and Her Building Projects
Learn how Hatshepsut used exploration and building projects to establish her rule. Discover how her dangerous expedition to Punt brought back fragrant incense, expensive ebony wood, and flowers from exotic rainforests, cementing her...
Curated Video
Hatshepsut part 5: The Mysterious Death and Memory of Hatshepsut
This video covers Hatshepsut's death, which is shrouded in mystery, from her means of death to the erasure of her memory by subsequent pharaohs. Her mummy, possibly identified, shows signs of using a carcinogenic skin lotion that may...
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Hatshepsut part 2: From Regent to Female Pharoah
This video explores Hatshepsut's journey from being the Regent of a young king to becoming a female pharaoh in ancient Egypt. Despite living in a patriarchal society, Hatshepsut used careful steps to change how her image was perceived,...
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Hatshepsut part 1: The Rise of a Female Pharaoh of Egypt
Learn about the life of Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for 22 years during the 15th century BCE. This video covers her childhood, including her education and grooming for the role of a God's wife. It also includes her becoming Regent when...
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Hatshepsut part 4: The Female Pharoah Who Wore Men's Clothing
This video explores how she embodied both male and female attributes, wearing traditional men's clothing and even a false beard to symbolize her power. Despite being a woman, Hatshepsut was a fierce leader, engaging in military campaigns...
Mazz Media
Pharaoh
This live-action video program is about the word Pharaoh. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word Pharaoh through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful,...