This site contains vivid pictures of the objects found in King Tut's tomb. After clicking on a picture, a detailed description is displayed to explain the origin and use of the items. Students will enjoy looking at the unique pictures...

Modern day Egypt is a blend of ancient and new ways. This text based article provides a detailed look at all aspects of today's Egypt including its people, government, education, modern cities, religion, and economy.

Students learn about a day in the life of two ancient Egyptian families. They also explore paintings to learn more about the life of a wealthy nobleman in ancient Egypt. Afterwards, they can play Senet, a popular Egyptian game.

Basic information on the daily lives of Ancient Egyptians. Looks at family life, marriage, cosmetics, food, fashion, furniture, and government.

Brief studies of the peoples, mythology, daily life, death and burial, writings and archaeology of civilizations in the Near East, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Africa, and the Ancient Americas.

This resource presents an extraordinary mix of rich-media assets about the Great Sphinx at Giza and related topics that uses technology to bring this impressive cultural legacy of Egypt's past to life. It includes specialized tools that...

The fragments from the wall painting in the tomb-chapel of Nebamun are keenly observed vignettes of Nebamun and his family enjoying both work and play. Some concern the provision of the funerary cult that was celebrated in the...

Students can take a virtual tour of a collection of Egyptian artifacts, visit the sites of numerous archaeological expeditions, and learn a tremendous amount about the complex gods and goddesses of the Egyptian religion.

Describes some of the daily habits of the rich in ancient Egypt.

Click on materials, techniques, or function to see pictures of basket techniques from ancient Egypt. Very little commentary, but interesting pictures.

Follow your guide and see the life of an ordinary Egyptian man at school, at home, and in the village. Take a quiz to see what you've learned. There are additional links to activities, websites, books and more.

Provides a description of the ancient Egyptian game of Senet along with the "rules" of the game and a picture of the board used. Requires Adobe Shockwave.

Illustrated reference material designed for elementary students provides and overview of the geography and history of Egypt, housing structure and the types of daily activities typical to the culture.

Provides information on the development and use of flax in the production of linen in ancient Egypt.

A comprehensive overview of the life of Cleopatra VII. Content includes a look at Cleopatra's legacy, involving both films and paintings.

Learn about the many steps involved in the process of mummification use by the Egyptians in their burial process. What is preserved after thousands of years? And what can scientists learn about life in ancient Egypt from studying...

See almost 150 photographs of the village of Deir el-Medina. Photos of the craftsmen's houses, tombs, necropolis, and excavations.

Reference material on the life and history of one of ancient Egypt's 18th Dynasty rulers, Amenhotep III.

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.

Provides a concise summary of the life of Amenhotep IV, including comments regarding his legacy in later societies.

Explains the meaning and role of the ancient Egyptian 'Book of the Dead.'

Pottery used for food storage and transportation of liquids offers insight into Egyptian daily life. See pictures of many different styles of pottery.

Egyptians loved good smells. Read about the use of incense and the manufacture of perfumes in ancient Egypt.

An interesting look at food, cooking, and cooking utensils in ancient Egypt. Take the opportunity to see pictures of banquets from tombs, and read quotes from ancient Egyptian records.