Mummy Mystery!

Dear History Detective, 

Mummies have fascinated people for centuries. Help unravel the secrets of the mummy by discovering how they were made and looking at mummy's tomb.

Your Task:

Evidence 1: Making a Mummy

Evidence 2: Tomb of the Unknown Mummy (Be sure to click the journal in the left corner - it describes the artifacts in the tomb) 

Now,

1. What steps are there to make a mummy?
2. Describe the tombs the mummy was buried in.
3. Write one question you have about mummies or their tombs.

Mystery of the Pyramids

Dear History Detective, 

The pyramids that exist today are thousands of years old and yet, we still know so little about them!!











Your Task:

Examine the evidence below. Take notes on the pyramid grid given to you. Write down at least two facts for each piece of evidence. Good Luck!

Evidence 1: How were the pyramids built? (Video)

Evidence 2: Giza Pyramids (Interactive - take the quiz at the end for practice)



Now that you have examined the evidence, answer the questions below (1 paragraph for each!):

1: Who built the pyramids and why?
2: How do you think they were built?
3: Write a question about the pyramids -- what do you need more information on?

Mystery in Egypt: Where was Ancient Egypt?

Dear History Detective,

Welcome to our historical crime scene!! We will be looking at the mysteries of Egypt on the Internet and working together to share our theories and ask questions about life in Ancient Egypt. 

http://www.fi.edu/learn/tut/k-4/water.html

Today, we shall investigate where Ancient Egypt was located and why the people chose to settle there. 

Your Task:

Look at the evidence linked below. Record your notes on the evidence log given to you. You will need your notes to answer the questions below. 

Historical Evidence:

Evidence 1: The Nile Delta

Evidence 2: Geography and Agriculture

Evidence 3: Map of Ancient Egypt

Now,

In the comments below, post your response to the following:

1. Where was Ancient Egypt located in the world?

2. What were two reasons people chose to settle there?

3. Write down one question you have about the geography of Ancient Egypt.

If you have questions, be sure to ask!

Ms. Lee