Ancient Egyptians in primary

Whole lessons, worksheets, display materials and art activities for children learning about the ancient Egyptians in KS2

Tes Resources Team

Resources for teaching about Tutankhamun and Ancient Egypt for primary pupils

Hand-picked resources to support primary-aged pupils discover more about Ancient Egypt

Learning about the ancient Egyptians is usually one of the most memorable and exciting topics for primary children. From investigation into the discovery and lives of Egyptian pharaohs to exploring ancient religious practices and traditions such as mummification and Egyptian Gods of worship, there's so much to satisfy enquiring minds. If you're looking for a fascinating project to engage children, this hand-picked collection of resources is perfect for young historians.

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My Cartouche - Egyptian Writing
baamoooinkwoof

My Cartouche - Egyptian Writing

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Using the hieroglyphic alphabet, children write their name in the cartouche. As an extension, children can then use the hieroglyphic alphabet to write something else of their own choosing.
Ancient Egyptian gods & goddesses Lesson
KS2History

Ancient Egyptian gods & goddesses Lesson

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A full lesson for KS2 exploring Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses. The resource includes a detailed lesson plan, Powerpoint and pupil resource sheets. **Who were the Ancient Egyptian gods?** In this lesson, pupils will play a game to learn about different gods and goddesses from Ancient Egypt, in...
Ancient Egypt Map
clickandteach

Ancient Egypt Map

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A set of 3 different Ancient Egyptian maps. - Normal Map - Map with no red dots - Blank Map If you liked this resource, please give my facebook page (where there are many exclusive to facebook resources) a like. https://www.facebook.com/clickandteachresources If you want an activity for this map,...
Make Your Own Canopic Jars
lcallard21

Make Your Own Canopic Jars

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When Egyptians prepared their famous mummies, the main organs were removed and stored in canopic jars. Each had their own god to guard the contents. With these easy-to-use templates, have fun creating your very own canopic jars! They're also suitable for storing non-organic matter, like hair ...
Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs (Lesson)
KS2History

Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs (Lesson)

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A full lesson for KS2 introducing the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, including a detailed lesson plan, Powerpoint slides and pupil resource sheets. This lesson can also be found in the Ancient Egyptians Planning Pack for KS2. Who were the Ancient Egyptian pharaohs? This lesson explores the role of the ...
Ancient Egyptian God Fact File
oldham30

Ancient Egyptian God Fact File

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Simple fact file for children to complete about their chosen god. After research the children will need to draw an illustration of their chosen god, write the god's name in both English and hieroglyphs in a cartouche. Explain what their chosen god was 'god of' and any other interesting facts about ...
Egyptian Social Pyramid
akathryn27

Egyptian Social Pyramid

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A simple and colourful Egyptian Social Pyramid explaining each level and their roles. Perfect for your Egyptian topic or display board.
Ancient Egyptian Mapwork and the River Nile - WEEK 1 (10 lessons)
lindsaysnook

Ancient Egyptian Mapwork and the River Nile - WEEK 1 (10 lessons)

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This is a workbook on Ancient Egypt and the River Nile and contains 10 different activities. It contains the following: Beginning the topic of Ancient Egypt The Location of Egypt Map work of North Africa and the Middle East Map work of Ancient Egypt Comprehension on the River Nile Animals on the Ri...
Ancient Egypt Escape Room Activity
KS24U

Ancient Egypt Escape Room Activity

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An Ancient Egypt Escape Room activity perfect for group work, starting a new ancient history topic, team-building activities or for a fun, engaging and interactive lesson. The activity has been split into four different tasks; your students will need to complete each of the tasks to reveal a word. ...
Ancient Egypt Timeline
ZiggleLearning

Ancient Egypt Timeline

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This timeline activity is a hands-on visual way for students to put the events of Ancient Egypt in order, so that they can see how one of the great civilisations began, flourished, declined, and eventually ended. This activity meets the following learning objectives: * develop an understanding of w...
Ancient Egypt -  Papyrus
PrimaryTopicShop

Ancient Egypt - Papyrus

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This free lesson covers the papyrus plant, uses of papyrus, papyrus paper, and making papyrus paper. There is a reading response activity and a making papyrus activity. This lesson is being offered free for as a sample of the Ancient Egypt bundle, but it can be used alone as a lesson. If you like th...
Ancient Egypt Gods and Goddesses Posters
Martin and Sally Goulden

Ancient Egypt Gods and Goddesses Posters

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**Ancient Egypt Gods and Goddesses Posters** 8 posters of the following Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses on .pdf: Ra Thoth Isis Anubis Horus Hathor Set Khnum Printable at any size up to A3. Includes a link to a purchasable item in my shop where you or your children can make their own Ancient Eg...