LESSON PLAN: Egyptian Gods & Goddesses Worksheet

What: Middle Grade Social Studies Classroom Activity

Goal: To be able to identify four (4) primary figures from Egyptian mythology

Method: Students will:

• Study each picture and use online research to learn the names of the four figures
• Write the name of each deity in the box provided in the worksheet
• Write a short description of the powers attributed to each
• Hint: Look at the head of each deity. What you see there will provide you with some great clues.

Materials:

• Gods and Goddesses Worksheet
• Internet access
• Pen or pencil

Discussion:

• Students who perform this task in groups will have the opportunity for discussion.
• Alternatively, students can do the assignment individually, and a class discussion can be entered into when the worksheets are complete.

Topics for Discussion:

• The myths surrounding each god or goddess
• The familial relationships, if any, between each one
• How these mythological beings were regarded by ancient Egyptians in daily life
• What effects these deities had on people's attitudes at the time
• Their use in household shrines, as well as in temples
• How they compare to other pantheons, such as Greek and Roman gods

Research Link:
To get started, students may use this fast reference link showing Egypt's pantheon. It will allow them to identify the deities in the worksheet. Here is the link: bit.ly/Egods

Remember!
Hint: Look at the head of each deity. What you see there will provide you with some great clues.

To complete this activity, print the Egyptian Gods & Goddesses worksheet.

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