Video of Ancient Egypt

Study Ancient Egypt using Online Video

Use these 6 online educational video titles to explore the ancient Egypt of King Tutankhamun, Queen Hatshepsut, and Ramses II. Observe the methods of construction used in building the colossal pyramids. Examine the process of mummification and discover why the ancient Egyptians believed it was a necessary practice. Glimpse ancient hieroglyphs and learn about their origins and meanings.

Learning Objectives:

• Survey the history of ancient Egypt, exploring key events that occurred in the kingdom and the reigns of prominent Egyptian kings and queens, and identify the gods and goddesses of the ancient Egyptians, including Osiris, Isis, and Hathor.
• Explain why and how the ancient Egyptians constructed the pyramids, and discuss their perception of death and the significance of mummification.
• Examine the role of the archaeologist, and learn how the excavation of Egyptian tombs, the deciphering of hieroglyphs inscribed on stone and papyrus, and paintings on tomb walls have provided knowledge of ancient Egyptian beliefs and customs.
• Gain insight to what daily life was like for ancient Egyptians along the Nile, including peasants, craftsmen, soldiers, scribes, and those who lived on country estates.

• History > Elementary World History > Exploring Ancient Egypt
• Pyramids - Houses for Eternity (Runtime: 09:17)
• Seekers of the Past (Runtime: 08:18)
• The Secret of the Stones (Runtime: 08:44)
• Gods Ghosts and Mummies (Runtime: 10:46)
• Egypt of the Pharaohs (Runtime: 13:55)
• People of a Timeless Land (Runtime: 12:02)