Egypt
What is it that fascinates us about Ancient Egypt? We have such a range of surviving artefacts, art and documents that provide a unique window into life and death so long ago. Howard Carter finding Tutankhamun’s tomb almost intact and so well preserved is one of the most exciting finds of the 20th century. In this section you will find podcasts, articles and resources to develop your knowledge of this ancient civilisation.
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Sudan Holy Mountain: Jebel Barkal and its Temples
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Why are there so many ‘mummies’ in Western museums?
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Significant anniversaries: the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb
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One of my favourite history places: Luxor, Egypt
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How museum collections make ancient Egypt, and the people who lived there, real
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Teaching Ancient Egypt: developing subject knowledge
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Subject leaders: supporting colleagues to develop their subject knowledge
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Ankhu and Nebu of Deir el Medina
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‘Miss, did the Romans build pyramids?’
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Scheme of Work: Comparing Ancient Civilisations
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Using apps in the history curriculum
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Texts for the Classroom: Ma’at’s Feather
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Using the back cover image: Mummified cat
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What made Cleopatra so special?
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Teaching history and geography together in a meaningful way
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So was everyone an ancient Egyptian?
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Scheme of Work: How did the civilisation of Egypt wax and wane?
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Teaching Ancient Egypt
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Beliefs in Ancient Egypt: Scheme of Work
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Religion and Beliefs in Ancient Egypt: Lesson Plans
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