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Daily Life in Ancient Egypt

 



The ancient Egyptians were fascinating people, and thanks to the movies, are often misunderstood. The ancient Egyptians were not in love with death, but with life! They enjoyed their life to the fullest. They worked very hard, but saved time to enjoy family, friends, music, parties, swimming, fishing, hunting, sailing, and especially their children, all of which were very important to the ancient Egyptians.

They believed in life so much that they wanted to live forever in the afterlife. They prepared for their afterlife by filling their tombs with small and large statutes of friends and family, and with other items they might need to keep them company and to help them have a good time in their afterlife!

Do you know what the ancient Egyptians believed would cure a toothache? Find out here! Read some Egyptian Tall Tales, written by a friend of ours, a real archaeologist! Enjoy an original story about Ancient Egyptian Daily Life, written by one of our students long ago. Explore "Deep in the Tombs of Egypt!"

Come meet the ancient Egyptians. We think you'll like them!


Ancient Egypt Maps & Timelines
 
Interactive Games & Activities for Egypt  
Ancient Egypt Crafts for Kids
Deep in the Tombs of Egypt
 
Daily Life in Ancient Egypt (original story by Kathryn)  
The Neighbors: Kush and Nubia  
Free Presentations in PowerPoint format about Ancient Egypt  
Free Lesson Plans for Ancient Egypt 
Free Clip Art



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