Ancient Egypt
Objectives:
Objectives:
- Geography: The water and fertile soils of the Nile Valley allowed a great civilization to develop in Egypt. (Google Earth)
- Religion: Religion shaped Egyptian life. Egyptian government and religion were closely connected during the Old Kingdom. (video - screencast - Blendspace?)
- Achievements: The Egyptians made lasting achievements in writing, architecture, and art. (interactive website)
- Politics and Government: Life in the Old Kingdom was influenced by pharaohs, roles in society, and trade. During the Middle and New Kingdoms, order and greatness were restored in Egypt. (Google apps)
- Economy: The New Kingdom was the peak of Egyptian trade and military power, but their greatness did not last. Work and daily life were different among Egypt’s social classes. (Voice Thread)
- Society: Life in the Old Kingdom was influenced by pharaohs, roles in society, and trade. (simulation?)