Melissa Oates

Social Studies

· 1001 Facts about Ancient Egypt.2003. Written by Claire Lister. Published by Dorling Kindersley Limited. ISBN # 0-7894-9040-4. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

This book talks about Ancient Egypt compared to Egypt today. It takes a look into the Egyptian society and the varying class levels that are held. Everyday life in Ancient Egyptians encountered and the religion the spread across the land is some on the interesting facts that can be found. This book includes many Ancient Egypt facts and references for students to enjoy.

Grades: 6-9

Standards: 6.2- Students will understand and describe the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of early civilizations of Egypt. 6b) Explain the development of agriculture techniques and their impact on the emergence of cities. 6c) Describe the changing relationship between religion and the social order, and government in Egypt.

· Ancient Egypt: What Life was Like in the World of the Pharaohs? 1997. Written by Philip Stelle. Published by Anness Publishing Limited. ISBN# 1-3579-10864-2. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

This book has fifteen step-by-step projects that will enable the student to recreate the past. There are fact boxes that provided extra insight and highlight links with the present. This book is packed with more than two hundred photographs, cross-sections, maps, and pictorial timeline.

Grades: 6-9

· Lift the Lid on Mummies. Published by Running Press Publishers.

ISBN# 0-7624-0208-3. The kit can be found at Border’s bookstore or at www.runningpress.com

Unravel the mysteries of Egyptian toms and make your own mummy. The secrets of eternal life await the brave inside the treasure-filled kit. Life the lid to discover ancient rituals of mummification and wrap your very own model mummy. This kit includes a model body, mummy organs, twenty-four-page information book, and much more.

Grades: 3-6

Standards: 6.2- Students will understand and describe the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of early civilizations of Egypt. 6e) Describe the function of art and architecture.

· Ms. Frizzle’s Adventures: Ancient Egypt.2001. Written by Joanna Cole and Illustrated by Bruce Degen. Published by Scholastic Inc. ISBN# 0-590-44681-9. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

Ms. Frizzle is heading to Egypt on vacation and she dives into the area of social studies with the same zest she has shown for science. After joining a tour group, the Friz is soon the one in charge. She and the group parachute into the past, where they help build a pyramid and witness the making of a mummy. With Ms. Frizzle as a guide, every moment in Ancient Egypt will be full of enchanting discoveries.

Grades: 3-6

· Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt.1999. Written by Geraldine Harris and Delia Pemberton. Published by Peter Bedrick Books. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

In this book you can discover lots of information on ancient Egyptians and tier gods and goddesses, pyramids, mummies, kings and queens, myths and music. Students can find out about what the Egyptians drank, their hieroglyphic writing, their clothes and cosmetics, family life, schools, and even jokes. There is A-Z entries that students can follow.

Grades: 6-9

Standards: 6.2- Students will understand and describe the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of early civilizations of Egypt. 6b) Explain the development of agriculture techniques and their impact on the emergence of cities. 6f) Explain the function of trade in the development of civilization.

· You can be a Woman Egyptian.1993. Written by Betsy M. Bryan and Judith Love Cohen. Illustrated by David Katz. Published by Cascade Pass Inc.

ISBN# 1-880599-10-4. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

This book invites young girls to picture themselves standing in the sands Egypt doing their first “dig” into the past. Dr. Bryan’s work has taken her from digging in Egypt to collecting and cataloging the shinning golden art works of Egyptian pharaohs and their families. This book emphasizes the value of science and mathematical studies by depicting real women whose careers provides as role models for young girls.

Grades: 5-7

· Pyramids.2000. Written by Fiona Macdonald. Published by Franlin Watts.

ISBN# 0-531-14552-2. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

This book has accurate and up-to-date information, useful facts, experiments and puzzles, together with poems, stories, myths, legends, music and songs, arts and crafts that is presented in a way to make project work exciting.

Grades: 3-6

·History Detectives: Ancient Egypt.2000. Written by Philip Ardagh and Illustrated by Colin King. Published by Peter Bedrick Books. ISBN# 0-87226-629-X. This book can be for at Border’s bookstore.

The Pharaoh’s stolen treasure is a gripping mystery adventure set in ancient Egypt where you have to unmask the thief and unmask the missing treasure. There are clues to spot suspects to follow and questions that need answers. It is a fact-filled record of life in those fascinating times and evidence of Egyptians left behind.

Grades: 4-7

· Brain Quest.2000. Written by Majorie Martin Elli. Published by Workman.

ISBN# 0-7611-1025. These cards can be found at Border’s bookstore and GW teachers supply store.

Brain Quest is the up-to-date educational seller that quizzes students on the stuff you want them to know. Each card will have two social studies questions. The teacher or student can sort through the cards and pull out the ones that relate to Ancient Egypt. These cards can be found for many different levels and incorporate math, science, and social studies.

Grade: 6

Standards: 6.2- Students will understand and describe the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of early civilizations of Egypt. 6a) Explain the significance of rivers in the development of civilizations. 6b) Explain the development of agriculture techniques and their impact on the emergence of cities. 6c) Describe the changing relationship between religion and the social order, and government in Egypt. 6e) Describe the function of art and architecture. 6f) Explain the function of trade in the development of civilizations. 6j) Trace the development of language and writing.

Ancient Egypt Decoration Kit: Make Your Own Hieroglyphs with Rubber Stamps. 2000.Written by: Jennifer Carson. Published by Thames and Hudson Ltd.

ISBN: 0-500-51001-6 . This book and activity set can be found at www.amazon.com

This book and activity set includes and book with details on Egyptian art and history. It also includes over ten rubber stamps and ink pad so that students can create their own hieroglyphs.

Grades: 4-7

Debbie Ortmann

Social Studies

● Ancient Egypt by George hart. Published by Eyewitness books, 1990. This book is very informative on the story of Ancient Egypt. Kids will be able to see, learn, and discover everything from jewels to tools and toys to the mummies and the history and people of Ancient Egypt. This would be for the 6^th grade standard 6.2; 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. It can be found at Border’s bookstore. ISBN# 0-7894-5784-9.

● Great Historic Sites, a DVD by Escapi Media BV. and Pilot Productions. This DVD would be great for grades 6-9 addressing standards 6.2, 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This DVD takes you on a journey through history and time, exploring the great pyramids of Egypt plus much more. It is 83 min. long and is available at Border’s bookstore.

● Ancient Egypt by Scott Steedman. Published by Dorling Kindersley, 2003. This pocket book is divided into 7 sections which address the Nile, Pharaohs, the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom. It is a handy size to carry with you as a reference. It is suitable for 6^th-9^th grades addressing standards 6.2; 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This book is available at Border’s bookstore. ISBN# 0-7894-9597-x.

● Going to War in Ancient Egypt by Dr. Anne Millard. Published by Franklin Watts, 2000. This book examines how charioteers and foot soldiers, archers, and auxiliaries organized far reaching military expeditions into unexpected territories This would be a suitable book for 5^th and 6^th grades, addressing standards 6.2, 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush It can be found at Border’s bookstore. ISBN # 0-531-16350-4.

● Tables of the Dead Ancient Egypt by Stewart Ross. Published by DK, 2003. This book is an exciting adventure of two child detectives in Ancient Egypt who find out what it was really like to live in the land of the pyramids. Suitable for 3^rd-6^th grades, standards 6.2, 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore. ISBN# 0-7894-9857-x.

● A Visitor’s Guide to Ancient Egypt by Leslie Sims. Published by Usborne, 2003. This book is the guide to take if you are planning a trip to Ancient Egypt. It is packed with information about sightseeing, fashion, and how to behave at a temple. Is suitable for 5-7 grades, addressing standards 6.2, 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. It can be found at Border’s bookstore.

● Ancient Egyptians and Their Neighbors by Marian Broida. Published by Chicago Review Press, 1999. This activity guide shows kids how to construct a model boat and learn about trade on the Nile River, craft a kilt like those worn by Egyptian boys and men. It can be used for grades 5^th –7^th, addressing standards 6.2, 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

● Ancient Egypt Revealed by Peter Chrisp. Published by DK, 2002. Discover the incredible story of how the great pyramids were built, how the pharaohs were prepared for the after life, and much more. It has in depth information about life in Ancient Egypt together with innovative cross-sections and unique transparent layers; you’ll be able to explore everything from gods and goddesses to hieroglyphs and hidden treasures. It can be used to address the 6^th grade standard of 6.2; 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This book can be found in Border’s bookstore.

● Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt by Gill Harvey and Stuart Reid. Published by Usborne, 2002. This illustrated encyclopedia is internet-linked and describes the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile, to its transformation into one of the world’s earliest and greatest civilizations. This book could be used for 5^th –9^th grades, addressing standards 6.2; 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This book can be found at Border’s bookstore.

● Pharaohs and Pyramids by Tony Allan. Illustrated by Toni Goffe, and published by Usborne, 1997. This book takes you through the most prosperous and powerful period of Egyptian history. It is told through the adventures of a wealthy landowner named Nakht, and his family, you will find out exactly what everyday life was like. You will sail down the Nile, enjoy a feast, visit a temple, and march into battle with Pharaoh’s army. You will even find out how the pyramids were built and how hieroglyphic writing worked. This book would be suitable for grades 4^th –6^th, addressing standards 6.2, 1-9 Students analyze the geographic, political, economic, religious, and social structures of the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush. This book was bought at GW School Supply. ISBN# 0-7460-3069-x.