These videos explore the KS2 History topic Ancient Egypt. There are five films devoted to key themes - such as the River Nile and Gods and goddesses - each inspired by a particular historical artefact. The learning from these videos is consolidated in a further three narrative episodes. Each of these explores the life of a child in Ancient Egypt or - in the case of Hussein, The Water Boy - a young worker taking part in Howard Carter's excavation of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. With Rhys Stephenson.
Factual episodes
Society and culture. video
A deben weight is the historical artefact leading to an exploration of Society and culture.
The River Nile. video
Understanding the key role of the River Nile in the establishment and success of Ancient Egypt.
Gods and goddesses. video
Exploring the many gods and goddesses of Ancient Egypt and their various roles within society.
Pyramids. video
Exploring the different types of pyramids in Ancient Egypt - their construction and their purpose.
King Tutankhamun. video
Exploring the life and death of King Tutankhamun and the excavation of his tomb in 1922.
Narrative episodes
Rames - The Engineer. video
Rames is 12 years old and about to join the thousands of workers constructing the pyramids.
Nanu - The Farm Girl. video
Nanu is 12 years old and works at home on the farm - but she longs to train as a doctor.
Hussein - The Water Boy. video
Hussein is a young water carrier working at the excavation of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.
Where next?
KS2 Music: Ancient Egypt. collection
A collection of fun, catchy songs and activities to help you consolidate your study of Ancient Egypt.
Bitesize
Use these Bitesize resources to set homework, independent study tasks or to consolidate learning for your pupils.
Newsround
The latest news stories from Newsround to share in the classroom.
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