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Ancient Egypt: Science and Technology

Interactive website about the science and technology of ancient Egypt. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: Museum of Science, Boston

Ancient Egypt: Stories and myths

In this Xpeditions lesson, students explore stories and myths about ancient Egypt through time. Activities in this lesson engage students in whole class discussion, collaborative group work, online learning and research, and creation of a final presentation... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan

Provided by: Xpeditions

Egypt: Secrets of the Ancient World

Kids: Learn to make an Egyptian tomb! Teachers: Bring mummies to life in the classroom! This website uses interactive features, movies, correspondence reports, and activities as well as straightforward informative articles to teach you all about life in ancient... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: National Geographic

Making a mummy the natural way

This Xpeditions lesson has students examine the relationship between climate and the mummification process in ancient Egypt and other parts of the world. Students will conclude by writing paragraphs suggesting ways archaeologists and climatologists can... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Social Studies)

Provided by: Xpeditions

River sources and stories

In this Xpeditions lesson, students compare the physical characteristics of different regions and to understand the significance of one region to an adjoining area. Students will: read about the Nile's importance to ancient Egypt;... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan

Provided by: Xpeditions