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University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge: Nrich: Egyptian Fractions

For Students 3rd - 8th
On this one page website find the solution to this Egyptian fractions challenge by using equivalent fractions and your problem solving skills.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: An Egyptian Clock

For Students 3rd - 6th
The CyberSquad must construct a clock of sorts in order to keep track of the amount of time they have to rescue Dr. Marbles in this video segment from Cyberchase.
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Islami City

Islamic History: Arabic Numerals

For Students 9th - 10th
Considers the origin of our "Arabic," system of number notation as probably having originated in India. Has illustrations demonstrating how much less cumbersome this system is than Roman, Egyptian, or Greek numeration.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Play: Children's Games and Toys

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive look at children's and adults' games and recreation with explanations of the games and pictures of children at play found at Saqqara. Lots of other pictures too. Many links to other websites.
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Help Algebra

Help algebra.com: Highlights in Algebra History

For Students 9th - 10th
The progression of algebra history is covered in areas including Egyptian algebra, Babylonian algebra, Arabic algebra, to name a few.
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Lin and Don Donn

Lin and Don Donn: Ancient History Lesson Plans Egypt

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A social studies teacher shares his information on Ancient Egypt for elementary students. Find easy-to-understand facts on such things as the hieroglyphics, the Three Kingdoms, daily life, and religion.
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NumberNut

Number Nut: Calendar Origins

For Students 3rd - 8th
History and mathematics merge in this lesson that explores the origin of the calendar. Learn how it all got started in this detailed lesson that includes a simple months of the year game and a more challenging time conversion game. Both...

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