Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Flax
Provides detailed information regarding the growing of flax for weaving into linen cloth by Ancient Egyptians. Includes images illustration Ancient Egyptian flax production.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Enheduanna
Brief biography of ancient writer Enheduanna.
Other
The Papyri Pages
An extensive resource that focuses on topics relating to ancient Egyptian papyrus and the history and archaeology of books and writing.
Curated OER
Ancient Egyptian Religion
This site provides in-depth information about the religion in Ancient Egypt. Religion is detailed in terms of early beliefs, major cults, the development of a national religion, the role of the King, and life after death.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: An Audience With Nefertiti
Nefertiti was one of the most powerful and influential women in Ancient Egypt. Her bust, on display in the Neue Museum on Berlin's Museum Island, is completely unique-no other Ancient Egyptian stone bust like it is known.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Egyptian Music
This illustration shows harps, pipe, and flute, from an ancient tomb near the Pyramids.
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.
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Fruits and Vegetables
A description of the many fruits and vegetables available to the ancient Egyptians. A chart is provided showing which frits and vegetables were grown in which seasons.
Emory University
Emory University: Odyssey Online: Egypt Daily Life: Flax
Provides information on the development and use of flax in the production of linen in ancient Egypt.
Smithsonian Institution
Chant Avedissian: A Contemporary Artist of Egypt
When we think of Egypt we typically think of ancient mummies and hieroglyphics. This contemporary artists mixes both the ancient art of Egypt with modern everyday life. See his work and the symbols he likes to use.
Scholastic
Scholastic News: Enter the Tomb!
The Serapeum of Saqqara tomb is an ancient burial site in Egypt. Read about the rediscovery of this important place in the 1850's and the treasures it holds.
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Woods
The Egyptians used wood for many things, but had very little locally, so you can see that they needed to trade for it. Read about how the carpenters used the wood they acquired. Hyperlinks to other places in website. Links to other...
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Stone Vessels
Follow step by step the way Egyptian stonemasons made stone vases. This is a comprehensive look at the Old Kingdom manufacture of stone vessels, the materials, and the craftsmen themselves.
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Furniture
An interesting and comprehensive discussion of the kinds of furniture found in Egyptian houses. Accompanied by many pictures. Links to many other sites with pictures of furniture.
University of Manchester
Children's University of Manchester: Ancient Egypt: Making a Mummy
Learn how to make an Egyptian mummy and help to prepare the pharaoh for his tomb.
Other
Mit: A New Angle on Pyramids
A team of researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology investigated whether the ancient Egyptians could have used a synthetic concrete for the huge stones used in building the pyramids. The theory has met enormous resistance...
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Meat and Fish
An interesting look at the role meat and fish played in the Egyptians' diet. Many kinds of animals were domesticated for use of both upper and lower classes. Hyperlinks for more information.
Andre Dollinger
Reshafim: Clothing
A comprehensive description of clothing in ancient Egypt: fabrics, construction, styles, laundering, and footwear. Many pictures accompany the commentary.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: School Publishers: Make Your Own Cartouche
Featured is a description of hieroglyphics and the ancient Egyptian nameplate, the cartouche. Type in your own name to see what it would look like in hieroglyphics.
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Keller Dovetail: Dovetails in Ancient Egypt
Pictures of ancient Egyptian boxes showing examples of fine carpentry. Examples of the dovetail technique from 4000 years ago.
National Museums Liverpool
National Museums Liverpool: Escape From the Tomb
Unlock the mysteries of ancient Egypt while playing this learning game. Collect as many Egyptian artifacts as you can and avoid the mummy!
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Egyptian School
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.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Egyptian Families
Reference for elementary students on the structure of marriage and family in ancient Egypt. With links to activities, quizzes and worksheets.
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