Ancient Worlds Workshop: Egypt

Grade Levels

3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade

Course, Subject

Geography

Related Academic Standards

7.3.8.A 7.3.8.A

Explain the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria:

Population
Culture
Settlement
Economic activities
Political activities

12.3.1.S4.A 12.3.1.S4.A

Speak, write and read about unfamiliar products, customs and institutions of the target culture.

System of government
Economic development
Educational system
Environmental concerns

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Big Ideas

Cultures
Concepts

Products, artifacts, and perspectives Students know…Abstract (intangible) products of the culture such as types of food preferred, system of government
Competencies

Describe how a cultural product is used and thought of in the culture

Research and report on an economic or political situation in the target culture

Select and analyze a piece of literature or other art form from the culture

Talk about how a product of popular culture represents contemporary views

Description

In this lesson, students will explore the ancient civilization of Egypt. They will learn about the geography of Egypt, and read about daily life in ancient Egypt. Students will conclude by writing letters describing one aspect of life in ancient Egypt that they find interesting.

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Ancient Worlds Workshop: Egypt

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Ancient Worlds Workshop: Egypt