Ancient Egypt

Landforms in Egypt Deserts

Landforms in Egypt Nile River Valley and Flooding The river flooded every year between June and September

Climate in Egypt Hot and dry

Importance of the Nile River The Ancient Egyptian people settled along the Nile River They farmed and irrigated the land near the Nile.

Architecture of Ancient Egypt Pyramids were built as tombs for Pharaohs and Queens

Written Language of the Egyptians Hieroglyphics

Egyptian Inventions Paper made from papyrus plants

Egyptian Inventions 365 day calendar based on the star Sirius and the flooding of the Nile

Egyptian Inventions The Egyptians invented the first clock They used water to make a water clock They also made a shadow clock or sundial

Life in Ancient Egypt- Jobs Jobs included soldiers, scribes, artists, farmers, craftsmen, tomb builders and peasants who worked for rich people

Life in Ancient Egypt- Food Barley was the main ingredient in their food They made bread and porridge from the barley

Life in Ancient Egypt- Families Children were considered to be a gift from the gods Boys were taught a trade by their fathers and girls were taught at home from their mothers Women had equal rights with men

Life in Egypt- Families Men enjoyed hunting and fishing on the Nile River Egyptians loved music and played board games Egyptians had festivals for the gods and goddesses

Life in Ancient Egypt- School Only wealthy boys went to school Some girls were taught reading and writing at home

Life in Ancient Egypt- Homes Homes were made of adobe (bricks of mud dried in the sun) Most families slept on the roof or in a room without a roof to keep cool at night