tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2733972075781716312024-03-19T08:54:06.144-07:00KidsAncientEgypt.comWhere the world comes to learn! Mummies, pyramids, homework help, Cleopatra, King Tut, tombs, amulets, maps, gods, Narmer, worksheets, maps, coloring pages and more.Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comBlogger184125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-13194876224292380672020-11-29T15:18:00.003-08:002020-11-29T15:18:46.994-08:00Have you met Zet? Now seeking kid detectives age 8-12Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-56164944026944812072020-09-27T13:31:00.007-07:002021-05-05T21:38:54.584-07:00Bevington Primary Year 6 loving reading the Mystery of the Egyptian Scroll Year 6 are absolutely loving reading the Mystery of the Egyptian Scroll each afternoon. @BevingtonRBKC #Reading #welovetoread pic.twitter.com/t8vAjcGrLV— Bevington Primary (@BevingtonRBKC) September 24, 2020 It's great to see readers enjoying the book!
Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-765472281926447692020-08-15T21:17:00.000-07:002020-08-15T21:17:28.296-07:00Who Was The Ancient Egyptian Sun God, Ra?Ra or ReAncient Egyptian Sun GodKeywords: SUN * CREATION * KING OF GODSImage: Ra can be depicted several ways:1. With the head of a falcon wearing a solar disk that's circled by a cobra 2. With the head of a beetle3. With the head of a ramAccessories:Ra is sometimes associated with the following:An ankh (symbol of life) and scepterA boat he uses to ride across the sky The eye of RaScott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-42774132685426795192020-08-07T18:28:00.017-07:002020-08-15T21:19:08.652-07:00Bastet | Egyptian Cat Goddess | Symbols, Mythology, PowersBastet or BastAncient Egyptian Cat or Lioness GoddessBastet (by Gunawan Kartapranata, CC-by-SA 3.0) Keywords: HOME * MOTHERS & CHILDREN * GOOD HEALTHImage: Bastet can be depicted several ways:1. With the head of a cat2. As a fierce lioness3. As a house cat Accessories:Bastet sometimes carries or wears the following:An ancient rattle or percussion instrument called theScott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-27225753373378595922020-04-21T15:00:00.001-07:002020-04-25T01:41:01.653-07:00A Message From My Father: COVID-19 SIMPLY EXPLAINED BY A DOCTOR
Dear Reader,
Out of concern, my surgeon dad wrote to me and I wanted to pass his letter on to you. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Here is my dad's letter:
Watching TV and reading the New York Times today I was sad to see that many people are still confused about this pandemic and don't know the basic facts. Do you think aScott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-83192193390031141202019-08-08T01:42:00.001-07:002019-10-20T02:07:06.424-07:0088 Fasinating MUMMY Facts For Kids - THE BIGGEST, BEST RESOURCE!
YOU'LL NEVER FIND SO MANY MUMMY FACTS FOR KIDS IN ONE PLACE!
Yay, GO MUMMIES!
BRAND NEW AND UPDATED! Hey there, I've put together 88 interesting, cool, shocking and homework-worthy pieces of trivia about Egyptian mummies for kids, teachers, parents, homeschoolers, and fact-seekers. Prepare to be chilled and amazed...
The Basics: What/When/Why/Who/How?
Slaves and Tomb Robbers
GODS and Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-46571898089608139582019-07-11T12:18:00.000-07:002019-08-07T02:39:56.727-07:00Jigsaw Puzzle: Can you put this spooky cover back together?
Can you solve this spooky jigsaw? We need your help. Piece this cover back together now!
Hint: Click the maximize button in the lower right corner to make the puzzle full screen.
Try playing with the other buttons on the bottom, too!
Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-91549791448021500422019-03-20T18:16:00.000-07:002020-05-14T22:21:48.142-07:00Gods and Goddesses of Egypt
Gods of Egypt
Quick List of the Egyptian Gods
Are you looking for homework help on ancient Egypt's gods and goddesses? Here is a quick cheatsheet for you. I created this handy reference guide to the Egyptian pantheon. It's a list of the gods of Egypt, along with a quick description of each god or goddess.
Bookmark this page!
Amun
Who is Amun? Amun is the Egyptian god of air andScott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-7967994561127254712019-03-17T03:02:00.000-07:002020-02-10T14:20:42.600-08:00Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics | A to Z Chart
Embed this Hieroglyphic Infographic on your site
Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics
Scroll down to learn more about these fascinating hieroglyphic symbols.
We've included a unique "remember key" with every Egyptian alphabet symbol to help you remember it. Soon you'll be able to recognize these when you see them, and maybe even sound out a word or two.
For a real workout, try Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-6768239479901019682019-03-17T01:06:00.000-07:002020-02-10T14:20:42.204-08:00THE LETTER "W" in Hieroglyphics
The chick is the Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol for the letter "W".
It's pronounced "ww" or "oo"
The chick symbol can also be used for the letters "O" and "U" as they're pronounced in a similar way.
REMEMBER KEY:
Here's an easy way to remember the hieroglyphic symbol for the letter "W"
Chicks have WINGS
and wings start with the letter W
Just look at the chick's WINGS, and Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-36449208193110809932019-02-28T14:19:00.001-08:002023-06-08T14:25:52.192-07:0016 Fun Facts About The GREAT PYRAMID The best Great Pyramid facts on the web! Did slaves build the pyramids? How many stones were used? Were there mummies in them? You'll be amazed when you read this post. The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the most impressive buildings in all of human history. It's so old that it's really hard to get your head how long it's been around. It's even harder to picture some architect coming up Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-2465703168210162962019-02-15T18:14:00.001-08:002019-02-15T18:24:11.148-08:00Ancient Egypt Books For Kids
Looking for the best ancient Egypt books for children? Look no further! Browse through this ever growing collection.
Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-90789867435069674602019-02-04T00:00:00.002-08:002020-10-17T15:24:04.513-07:00FACTS: 13 Facts About Pharaoh KHUFU (With Pictures)
What is Khufu most famous for? The ancient Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu is famous for having built the Great Pyramid of Giza. But did you know there are all sorts of interesting facts about Khufu and his monument? Read on to find out more with these 13 fascinating pieces of triva.
Fact #1: KHUFU, MAN OF MANY NAMES
Pharaoh Khufu's full name was Khnum Khufu. Yet over the years he's been called Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-11936575195022068482018-09-22T21:57:00.001-07:002019-10-20T03:27:12.237-07:00Mystery of the Egyptian MUMMY: Reading Comprehension
This reading comprehension worksheet can be used in classrooms to accompany the book Mystery of the Egyptian Mummy by Scott Peters. The reading comprehension exercise is divided into six parts. Each part consists of questions that test a reader's comprehension, four chapters at a time.
Download the Reading Comprehension Worksheets >
COMMON CORE STANDARDS ADDRESSED
Fluency:
Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-54500534124384602352018-05-07T17:14:00.000-07:002019-10-20T02:22:24.884-07:00Egyptian Mummy COLORING Page
Here's a super fun activity that combines coloring, scissors, and ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. It's great for a rainy day, or whenever you have some free time on your hands!
Have you ever seen those door hangers that they hang on hotel room doors? You may have found one while traveling. Usually, they tell the maids or other unwanted people to stay out of your hotel room in case they Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-72461444670673527792018-02-12T15:44:00.000-08:002019-03-20T20:05:01.343-07:00Wow... it's happening in just 6 weeks
In spring 2018, my fourth book in the Kid Detective Zet mystery series, Mystery of the Egyptian Mummy will be published.
I've been writing Zet and Kat's new story for around a year now. After a few fun detours through ancient Egypt, I'm finally going to be able to put it in your hands. Zet and Kat have a new mystery to solve :)
Also, as a celebration, I have some Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-90772623411697924792017-11-13T15:50:00.001-08:002021-05-06T13:47:03.385-07:00Ancient Egypt Worksheet - FREE Lesson Plan
Who Am I In Ancient Egypt?
Decide if you're a baker, farmer, architect, sandal maker or more! Then, choose your Egyptian name. When you're ready, introduce yourself to your classmates and start trading cards!
FREE Lesson Plan. Includes the following Common Core standards: Writing, Speaking and Listening, Comprehension and Collaboration.
Preinstructional Planning
Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-61934905707621428112017-11-11T11:41:00.000-08:002019-03-20T20:05:01.256-07:00Test Your Ancient Egypt Trivia Skills: Click To Flip!
Test your knowledge of ancient Egypt
facts with these 3 flipcards!
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Good luck :)
Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-22731338735356615002017-10-22T02:57:00.001-07:002019-10-20T03:27:53.690-07:00Solve This Pyramid Maze!
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"Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-76299080595959854932017-02-05T02:28:00.000-08:002019-10-20T02:04:50.872-07:00LESSON 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 Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-57686110662916136782017-01-22T01:00:00.000-08:002020-05-15T00:04:43.368-07:00When Did Hieroglyphics END?
Today's post answers 3 burning questions about ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics:
1. When did hieroglyphics end?
2. Why did hieroglyphics end?
3. What was happening in the rest of the world when hieroglyphics ended?
If you're reading this post, you're definitely familiar with the ancient Egyptian writing system made up of mysterious symbols. The hieroglyphic alphabet Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-53640002030800476172017-01-15T14:35:00.002-08:002020-02-10T14:20:41.423-08:00THE LETTER "V" in Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics
Viper = V in hieroglyphics
The viper is the Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol for the letter "V".
It's pronounced "vvv"
The viper symbol can also be used for the letter "F" as they're pronounced in a similar way.
A third use of the viper symbol is as a possessive pronoun, meaning his, hers, or its. When used in this way, the symbol generally comes after the noun it modifies, rather than Scott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-273397207578171631.post-39924502154719045242017-01-07T12:20:00.001-08:002019-02-21T18:26:59.469-08:00MOVIE: 25 Fun Facts About ANCIENT EGYPT!
Today we have a fun video from Go90 with 25 Facts about ancient Egypt.
So click play, sit back and prepare to be amazed, puzzled, startled, and even a little grossed out.
Don't say we didn't warn you!
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Amazing mysteries surround the timeline of Cleopatra's life and death, and some massive scandals, too. Read on to learn more!
Cleopatra by John William Waterhouse
How Much Do You Know About Cleopatra?
Everyone has heard about Egypt's famous queen and pharaoh, Cleopatra, but this post might just amaze you. Test your knowledge and prepare to be stunned by this huge collection of fun factsScott Petershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07482437665831010924noreply@blogger.com