By Molly Lyda
Sumerian Artisan
Prehistory -500 B.C.
Sumarian civilization is one of the oldest civilizations
Tigris and Euphrates rivers
Sumerians created the first irrigation system
The Sumerians built their villages on artificial mounds to protect them from floods
Nile River God, Hapi
Temple to the high Priest
3,500 B.C.
Created the sail boat for trade along the rivers.
Sumerians used clay to build their cities and houses.
The Mesopotamian flood myth appeared in the 'Epic of Gilgamesh', (was it Noah?)
The Ancient Sumerians invented them all!
Pharaoh was the political, religious, and economic leader.
Egyptians valued music
The Tomb….the resting place until after life.
Musicians Pottery makers
Egyptian Hieroglyphics