Ancient Egypt

Interactive Notebook

Contents Included in this resource

1. A Note for the Teacher 2. How to use this resource 3. Photos of every page in use. You are welcome to use them as inspiration for how the materials can be used! 4. A cover page for the Ancient Egypt section of students’ notebooks 5. 10 interactive printable activities for student notebooks 1.

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When possible, some printables are repeated on a page to save paper when you’re making copies!

Titles for each activity page An answer key for the activities ©The Teacher’s Prep

A Note for the Teacher Thank you for choosing the Ancient Egypt Interactive Notebook resource from The Teacher’s Prep! Interactive notebooks are an effective tool in the classroom. Not only can they assist students in keeping their work organized, but they are also an easy-to-access resource for reference throughout the year. The Ancient Egypt Interactive Notebook is intended as a resource for late-elementary into middle school ages. It includes an answer key and 10 different interactive activities that correspond to the study of ancient Egypt. It does not include any types of informational text for students. If you have any questions or concerns, the best way to reach me is through email at [email protected]

How to Use this Resource Using these interactive notebook activities is super easy! Students need – 1. A notebook 2. Scissors 3. Glue 4. A pen or pencil 5. Colored pencils ** Colored pencils are not essential, however I like to give students the option to personalize their notebooks or add pictures of words or concepts when appropriate ** Cut out the printables, then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs in certain activities. Lift tabs to write information beneath them. The resources are sized to provide extra room on certain pages to record additional information as the teacher sees fit. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Ancient Egypt

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Cover Page

Students can draw pictures on the cover to illustrate what they’ve learned after they study ancient Egypt!

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Vocabulary

Students lift the tabs to write the definition to the words. They can use the margins to make extra notes or write examples.

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Vocabulary

Blank spaces are left so that your students can write in other words, too!

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Geography of Egypt

Students can use this activity to take notes on the geography of ancient Egypt.

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The Social Classes

Students can use this activity to take notes on the various social classes during this time period.

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The Nile River

Students can use this activity to take notes on the flooding cycle of the Nile and how it affected farming! ©The Teacher’s Prep

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Family Life

Students can take notes about the roles of men, women, and children of ancient Egypt. ©The Teacher’s Prep

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The Pharaoh

Students can take notes about the roles of pharaohs.

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The Pyramids

Students can examine the purpose of pyramids in this activity!

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The Empires

Students can keep notecards or other slips of paper relating to different kingdoms! Also included is a blank panel for your students to customize. ©The Teacher’s Prep

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The Egyptians are known for their array of achievements. Students can record information about them in these tabs!

Egyptian Achievements

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Map of Egypt

This map has a few locations written in already. Students can label important cities, geographic features…the possibilities are endless! ©The Teacher’s Prep

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Blank Map of Egypt

This completely blank map leaves you to use it any way you wish! ©The Teacher’s Prep

Teacher Notes These Teacher Notes offer a guide for how to use these graphic organizers. Vocabulary 1. delta– a fertile area (usually fan-shaped) near the mouth of a river where it flows into a sea. 2. papyrus – a reed plant used for making paper in ancient Egypt. It grows along the Nile. 3. hieroglyphics – a form of written language that uses picture and sound symbols to convey a message. 4. dynasty – a series of rulers (over several generations) from a single family line. 5. theocracy – a type of government run by a religious leader. 6. pharaoh – a leader of ancient Egypt. 7. embalm – the process of preserving a deceased person for the afterlife. 8. pyramid – a structure used as tombs for deceased pharaohs and royal family members. 9. sarcophagus – a coffin in which a person was laid to rest after the embalming process. 10. archaeologist – a person who studies artifacts from the past. The Pyramids How were the pyramids built? The pyramids were built by enslaved persons, stonecutters, carpenters, and engineers. Thousands of workers used stone and a variety of pulleys, carts, and ramps to move the bricks into place. Why were the pyramids built? The pyramids were built to protect the bodies of deceased pharaohs as they made their journey to the afterlife. The pyramid itself protected the body and goods from thieves and weather. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Teacher Notes The Pyramids (continued) What was kept inside pyramids? Inside pyramids, archaeologists have found items that a pharaoh would need in his/her journey to the afterlife. Mummified remains, chariots, jewelry, farming tools, murals, and other goods have been found. The Great Pyramid: The Great Pyramid is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. It was commissioned to be built around 2500 BCE for Pharaoh Khufu. It’s huge – around the height of 48 story building – 481 feet! The pyramid itself is made up of over 2 million blocks of stone, each weighing over 2.5 tons! Geography of Egypt Physical Features – Ancient Egyptians settled along the fertile Nile River. The land around the river was filled with fertile soil thanks to the yearly flooding of the Nile. Surrounding the fertile land was barren deserts, which offered protection against possible invaders. It was simply too difficult to cross the deserts! These deserts include the Eastern Desert, Libyan Desert and the Sahara. In the north, the Nile River empties into the Mediterranean Sea. Water Features – The Nile River was the lifeblood of ancient Egyptian life. It provided irrigation for their crops, silt for the fertile land, water for cooking, bathing, and other daily necessities. The Nile flows north for over 4,000 miles. To the north, ancient Egypt is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea, which would eventually open Egypt to trade with other civilizations. How did geography affect the lives of ancient Egyptians? – The geography of ancient Egypt affected every aspect of life. The Nile (as mentioned above) provided a variety of resources, the rich soil – an area for growing crops, and the deserts provided much needed protection. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Teacher Notes Family Life Men – Men acted as head of their households, holding jobs and being the primary breadwinner for the family. Women – Women and men had similar legal rights. Both genders could get a divorce, own and sell property, and have jobs in and outside the home. Women would often work alongside their husbands around the home, tending crops and animals. Women in wealthier families could afford to stay home and care for their house and children. Some women even became priestesses and participated in religious affairs. Children – While some Egyptian children attended school, many more learned the skills needed to performs jobs as adults. Girls would learn how to sew, care for children, cook, farm (if from a farming family), and manage a household. Meanwhile, boys would learn the trade of their father’s business. Both had time to play games. The Pharaoh Political Leader: Pharaohs were the political head of government. Their word became law and they had total control over government decisionmaking. As such, the pharaoh owned all the land in Egypt and could do with it what he/she pleased. Pharaohs often appointed officials to help them carry out orders and policies. Religious Leader: The pharaoh was also considered a god among men – the son of Re. As a religious leader, he/she would speak for the gods and participate in religious ceremonies to bring prosperity, health, peace, etc. to the Egyptian people. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Teacher Notes The Pharaoh (continued) Military Leader: Pharaohs were also responsible for leading their people in military conquests and protection of Egyptian land. Egyptian Achievements The Arts – The ancient Egyptians created beautiful works of art – from sculptures and murals to the giant statues and pyramids still found in Egypt today. Much of their art was dedicated to the achievements of pharaohs, however, other pieces depicted daily life. Medicine – Ancient Egyptians made numerous advancements in medicine. They made various types of toothpastes to help care for their teeth, learned how to set broken bones using splints and sew up wounds, and used compresses and bandages on open wounds. Writing – The ancient Egyptians used a system of writing called hieroglyphics to communicate. The picture and sound symbols led to extensive record-keeping. Hieroglyphics were written on papyrus – a type of reed that was flattened and ground into sheets of paper. Social Classes

Pharaoh: political, religious, and military leader (see “Pharaoh” section of the answer key) Priests and Nobles: Wealthy Egyptians who lived in estates near the Nile River. They held jobs that afforded them a high-status in society (generals, bureaucrats, religious leaders), wore clothes made of white linen and wore dark eye make-up.

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Teacher Notes Social Classes (continued) Merchants, Artisans, Scribes: – These people owned businesses and were considered “skilled” workers – the middle class. The created and sold goods in markets. Scribes were educated and would keep records of transactions, events, etc. Farmers – Farming families worked to tend crops and herds of animals. They were vital to the survival of the Egyptian people. Unskilled Workers – This group of people consisted of enslaved persons, and people who performed manual labor, such as building houses or pyramids, unloading ships, driving carts, etc. The Nile River Floods: After a while, the Egyptian people discovered that the Nile River had predictable floods. In summer, the Nile River flooded, covering the banks of the fertile Nile River Valley. As the flooding subsided, silt was left behind. Farmers planted their crops in this fertile soil. Farming: Ancient Egyptians used their knowledge of predictable floods to plan their planting and harvest seasons. Farmers planted a variety of crops, including wheat and barley. They irrigated their crops using canals and utilized tools such as plows, sickles, hoes and rakes to tend to their crops.

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Teacher Notes The Dynasties Old Kingdom: The Old Kingdom lasted from around 2575 BCE to 2150 BCE. During this time, Egypt began to grow into a powerful kingdom. Many of the beautiful pyramids we know today were built during this time (such as the Great Pyramid) and trade increased. The capital of the Old Kingdom was Memphis. Middle Kingdom: The Middle Kingdom lasted from around 1975 BCE to 1640 BCE and became known as a “golden age” in ancient Egyptian history. During this time, the city of Thebes became the capital city. It was a hub of trade, religious, and political activities. Murals, sculptures, and monuments were built to honor pharaohs. New Kingdom: During the New Kingdom, (approx. 1500 BCE – 1000 BCE), trade continued to flourish. Paper, wheat, gold, and other resources were traded with the Phoenicians, who in turn traded purple dye and other resources. Maps of Egypt These maps can be used in a variety of ways. Here are some examples: • • •

Label important cities/locations Map the Nile River Valley Mark Egyptian trade routes

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The History of Ancient Egypt

Name Cut along the dotted lines. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Vocabulary Vocabulary The Pyramids The Nile River Family Life ©The Teacher’s Prep

The Pharaoh Egyptian Achievements

Social Classes The Geography of Egypt

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V o c a b u l a r y

delta ----------------------------------------------

papyrus ----------------------------------------------

hieroglyphics ----------------------------------------------

dynasty ----------------------------------------------

theocracy

Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs.

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V o c a b u l a r y

embalm ----------------------------------------------

pyramid ----------------------------------------------

sarcophagus ----------------------------------------------

archaeologist ----------------------------------------------

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The Pyramids

How were the pyramids built? The Great Pyramid

Why were the pyramids built?

What was kept inside pyramids?

Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs.

Glue this strip into your notebook. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Glue this strip into your notebook.

Geography of Egypt

Physical Features

Water Features

How did geography affect the lives of ancient Egyptians? Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Glue this strip into your notebook.

Family Life

Men

Women

Children

Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs. ©The Teacher’s Prep

Political Leader

Religious Leader

Military Leader

Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs.

Political Leader

Religious Leader

Military Leader

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The Arts

Medicine

Writing

Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs.

Tools

Architecture

Trade

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Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs.

Social Classes

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Floods

Farming

Cut out the entire activity. Then cut along the dotted lines to create tabs.

Floods

Farming

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Old Kingdom

Cut out the entire activity. Then glue the pockets one on top of the other to create layered pockets in your notebook.

Middle Kingdom

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New Kingdom

Cut out the entire activity. Then glue the pockets one on top of the other to create layered pockets in your notebook.

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N E

W S

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Mediterranean Sea

Nile River

N E

W S

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Red Sea

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