Egyptian civilization began along the banks of the River Nile. The name Egypt comes from the Greek name for the country: Egyptos. The Egyptians were the first people known to have separated copper from its ore, about four thousand years ago. Over three thousand years ago the Egyptians were skilled in the use of geometry to plan the layout of their buildings. The Great Pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Who discovered the
tomb of Tutankhamun? Which animal was first domesticated in Egypt?
What was the key to understanding Egyptian hieroglyphics? What
does the process of mummification involve?
Visit the websites below to find the answers to these questions and
learn more about this ancient civilization.
Birmingham Grid for Learning website
Life in Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt
The Magic Lesson
Write like an Egyptian
Virtual Egypt
Tomb of the
Unknown Mummy
Interactive Adventure
The Mummy Maker Game
Daily Life in Ancient Egypt
Pyramids
The Inside Story
Ancient Egypt
Have you got what it takes to be a Pyramid Builder?
Discovering Egypt
