HISTORY - 6th GRADE (Ancient Egypt): What is Ancient Egypt?

Ancient Egypt was one of the greatest and most powerful civilizations in the history of the world. It lasted for over 3000 years from 3150 BC to 30 BC. Historians usually group the history of Ancient Egypt into three major kingdoms called the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom. It was during these times that Ancient Egypt was at its strongest. The civilization of Ancient Egypt was located along the Nile River in northeast Africa. The Nile was the source of much of Ancient Egypt's wealth. The Nile provided food, soil, water, and transportation for the Egyptians.  Ancient Egypt was rich in culture including government, religion, arts, and writing. The government and religion were tied together as the leader of the government, the Pharaoh, was also the leader of the religion. The Pharaohs of Egypt were often buried in giant pyramids or in secret tombs. They believed that they needed treasure to be buried with them to help them in the afterlife.

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Ancient Egypt

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Ancient Egypt

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Ancient Civilizations

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Fun Facts about Ancient Egypt

• Egyptian men and women wore makeup. It was thought to have healing powers, plus it helped protect their skin from the sun.
• They used moldy bread to help with infections. 
• They were one of the first civilizations to invent writing. They also used ink to write and paper called papyrus.
• The Ancient Egyptians were scientists and mathematicians. They had numerous inventions including ways to build buildings, medicine, cosmetics, the calendar, the plow for farming, musical instruments, and even toothpaste.
• Ancient Egypt plays a major role in the Bible. The Israelites were held captive there as slaves for many years. Moses helped them escape and led them to the Promised Land.
• The Pharaoh kept his hair covered. It was not to be seen by regular people.
• Cats were considered sacred in Ancient Egypt.

Ducksters. "World History: Ancient Egypt for Kids." Ducksters, Technological Solutions, Inc. (TSI), www.ducksters.com/history/ancient_egypt.php. Accessed 10 December 2020.

Ancient Egypt, Part One: 

Early Egypt to the Old Kingdom

Ancient Egypt, Part Two: 

The Middle Kingdom to 

Alexander's Conquest