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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Building in Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Discovering Egypt

Discovering Ancient Egypt: 3 D Reconstruction of Luxor Temple

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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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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Discovering Egypt

Discovering Egypt: Middle Kingdom

For Students 6th - 8th
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.
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University of Memphis: Egyptian Artifacts Exhibit

For Students 9th - 10th
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!
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Akhenaten

For Students 9th - 10th
Thorough overview of Akhenaten and early Egyptian civilization.
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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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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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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Alphabet

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Illustrated Timeline of Ancient Egypt's New Kingdom

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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University College London

University College London:digital Egypt for Universities: Games in Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Tour Egypt

Tour Egypt!: The Dahshur Necropolis in Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the pyramid complex at Dahshur, Egypt, which opened in 1996. Links on the left lead to more detailed information.
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DOGO Media

Dogo News: Week of 5 12 14: Tomb Painting Provides Answers to Pyramids Mystery

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Ancient Egypt: Explore Real Egyptian Mummies

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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A&E Television

History.com: Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
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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Kidport

Social Studies: Ancient Egypt

For Students 3rd - 8th
Experience the pyramids, the Sphinx and Egyptian hieroglyphics all on one page. Students can see colorful pictures and read about the history behind them.
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Government in Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the North Park University provides information concerning the Old Kingdom of Egypt (2686-2181 BC) and its system of government. Examines the functions of the government and the links between government and religion.
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Guardian's Egypt: Map of Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Print out this very detailed map of Lower Egypt, Upper Egypt, and Nubia with ancient Egyptian cities and geographic features.
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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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PBS

Pbs Nova: Building Pharaoh's Ship

For Students 9th - 10th
In 1954, an Egyptian archeologist discovered an immense, beautifully crafted ship buried in pieces right beside the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Now fully reassembled, this extraordinary royal craft, one of the oldest planked vessels in the...
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Amigos De La Egiptologia: Religion Y Mitologia

For Students 9th - 10th
Religion and mythology are very important in understanding how ancient Egyptian culture was formed. This site offers scientific works, series and documents, a dictionary of mythological terms, symbols and basic concepts and ceremonies....
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Myths From Around the World: Egypt

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Explore ancient Egyptian culture, people, and myths. Discover tales of Osiris, Seth, and Isis. Write a myth with author Jane Yolen. Flash Plug-in only required on brainstorming link.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ancient Egypt, an Introduction

For Students 6th - 8th
Get acquainted with Ancient Egypt through this overview that summarizes key characteristics of Ancient Egypt. A concise explanation of the dynasties, geography, and pharaohs are included. Research further using the bibliography and...
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Amigos De La Egiptologia: La Mujer en El Antiguo Egipto

For Students 9th - 10th
In Spanish, discover the importance of the mother in ancient Egyptian society and religion.

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