Emory University
Emory University: Odyssey Online
Odyssey Online is a resource for both students and teachers as they explore world mythology in reading, writing, history, and art classes. Providing sections on Near Eastern, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and African mythology, Odyssey uses...
Other
3 D Mekanlar: Sites in 3 D: The Pyramids
Take a virtual tour of the Egyptian pyramids. There are thirty-one tours in all. Instructions on how to navigate through the tours are given below, and the set can also be downloaded to your computer for easier viewing.
PBS
Pbs Nova: Building Pharaoh's Ship
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...
Curated OER
Unesco: Egypt: Ancient Thebes With Its Necropolis
Thebes, the city of the god Amon, was the capital of Egypt during the period of the Middle and New Kingdoms. With the temples and palaces at Karnak and Luxor, and the necropolises of the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens,...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Arabia, 700 Bc
A map of Arabia and adjacent countries around 700 BC to "Illustrate the historic era at the beginning of records.". This map shows regions of fertile lands, sandy deserts, steppe deserts, and mountain ridges. The Tigris, Euphrates, and...
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Egypt Art History
Reference page for kids on ancient Egyptian art provides photos of works dating back 5000 years. Site includes links to two museums housing art from ancient Egypt and quiz.
Other
Parthenon Graphics Timelines: Ancient Egypt Timeline
View an interactive timeline of Ancient Egypt beginning at 3000 BCE and ending at 50 BCE. This timeline is not interactive.
University of Manchester
Children's University of Manchester: Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Jigsaw
Selection of jigsaw puzzles on themes related to ancient Egypt.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: A Day in the Life of an Ancient Egyptian (Lesson Plan)
A lesson for exploring the daily lives of ancient Egyptians from every social class. Learners select one class and develop a creative class presentation to share their findings.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Egyptian Games
Some of the games in ancient Egypt were designed just for adults, but others were played by people of all ages.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: The Pyramids
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.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Scroll Paintings (Lesson Plan)
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...
Able Media
Classics Technology Center: Ancient Egypt
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.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Crossword Puzzle Game for Kids: Ancient Egypt
Answer this interactive crossword puzzle to learn more about the history of Ancient Egypt.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Egyptian Gods
Illustrated reference page designed for elementary students provides a comprehensive overview of ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Egyptian Art for Kids
Kids learn about Ancient Egyptian Art. Study the statues and wall paintings of this great civilization.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Materials and Techniques
Ancient Egyptians used a wide variety of techniques to make their unparalleled artwork. Stone, paint, wood, metal, relief sculpture, and pigments are described with pictures. A question/answer section from the community is also included.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Egyptian Art
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...
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Grade 6 Social Studies: Silk Road
This sample task contains a set of primary and authentic sources about the impact of geography on the development of civilization in Ancient Egypt.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Akhenaten
Thorough overview of Akhenaten and early Egyptian civilization.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Boats and Transportation of Ancient Egypt for Kids
History Questions: Boats and Transportation Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Egyptian Music
Information on instruments and the importance of music in ancient Egyptian culture. Includes photos, links to worksheets, activities and quizzes.
Curated OER
Image of an Egyptian Drawing Water
Obviously instrumental in Egypt's growth as a magnificent civilization, the Nile's annual inundation provided Egyptians with food and transportation.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Activity: Social Status, Power, and Human Burials
This activity provides you with an opportunity to start thinking about the impact that farming can have on the way humans live and relate to each other. It will also allow you to think about the kinds of questions archaeologists and...