The Land of the Pharaohs Presented by: Mrs. Simmons

►Location: Northeast corner of Africa ►Size: Approximately 997,740 sq. km ►Capital: Cairo ►Major River: The Nile ►Deserts: Sahara, Libyan, Nubian

The ancient Egyptians endured a hot, dry climate with very little annual rainfall.

The Nile provided: 1.Water for crops 2.Fertile soil 3.Food 4.A water highway 5.Papyrus The Nile River made it possible for the ancient Egyptian civilization to flourish.

KINGDOMDATESCONTRIBUTIONSAGE Old Kingdom B.C.E. Strong central government, built great pyramidsAge of Pyramids Middle Kingdom B.C.E. Great achievements in literature, art, architecture Age of Reunification New Kingdom B.C.E. Height of Egypt's power, increased trade, built monuments Golden Age

In ancient Egypt, your social class was determined by your job. Most of the population was at the bottom. The pharaoh, at the top, was not only the king and ruler but was also considered to be a god.

Khufu B.C.E. Built the Great Pyramid Senusret I B.C.E. Encouraged Egyptian art and literature Hatshepsut B.C.E. First female pharaoh and promoted Egyptian trade Ramses II B.C.E. Superior military leader

Rich and powerful were buried in elaborate tombs Tombs provide artifacts and treasures Excavations continue today

We have briefly explored the Land of the Pharaohs. LAND Geography Climate The Nile PHARAOHS Kingdoms Society Great Pharaohs Tombs There is more to learn as we unlock the mysteries of ancient Egypt…

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