From approximately 5,000 BC to around 400 AD, the study of the geography, climate, culture, pharaohs, kings, queens, dieties, daily life, architecture of ancient Egypt, Kush, and Nubia.
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- OsirisNet.net Devoted to the tombs and mastabas of ancient Egypt. Includes photos and maps. [English and French].
- The Children's Gallery Drawings by sixth graders provide a glimpse into the ancient Egyptian world.
- Mysteries of the Nile Explore both the New and Old Kingdoms of Egypt and learn how teams built an obelisk.
- Ancient Egypt Provides an introduction to hieroglyphics, religion, the pyramids, and burial practices. Includes pictures.
- Ancient Egypt for Children Spell your name in hieroglyphics, look at Egyptian wall painting, and learn about the temple of Abu Simbel.
- Neferchichi's Tomb Provides information for kids and amateur Egyptologists. Includes clip art, lesson plans, activity ideas, and facts about mummies.
- Ancient Egypt An in-depth look at the geography, daily life, art and architecture of the ancient Egyptians, from the Saint Petersburg Times.
- Ancient Egypt Includes information on Egyptian life, gods and goddesses, mummification, rulers, pyramids, temples, time, trade, and writing, as well as games to play online. From the British Museum.
- Ancient Egypt Kid Connection Fun and fascinating facts about the region, its culture, and its people. Includes links to related games, crafts, and quizzes.
- Egypt's Golden Empire Interactive PBS site portrays Egyptian life at the height of the New Kingdom. Includes a look at the Pharoahs who led the nation to the peak of its glory. Requires Flash plug-in.
- Secrets of the Pharaohs Interactive guide to Egypt's artistic past. Includes maps, timelines, and photographs. From PBS.
- Theban Mapping Project Archaeologists in Egypt's Valley of the Kings have been posting their discoveries on the web nearly as soon as they are made. Over 100 rooms have been discovered already.
- Egypt Quest Includes instructions for making a timeline, photo galleries and resource links.
- Ancient Egypt for Kids Includes puzzles, pyramid maze, 3D Egyptian art, coloring book and kids trivia test.
- BBC - History - Egyptians Includes articles, timeline and multimedia zone.
- The Ancient Egypt Site Experience the wonder of Ancient Egypt, its history, language, and culture, with an Egyptologist as a guide.
- Color Me Egypt Learn about the country, its history, pyramids, and people. Includes activities, coloring pages, and games.
- Virtual Egypt: The Daily Papyrus Learn about pyramids, hieroglyphics, and mummies, through articles, photos and multimedia. Presented in the style of an ancient newspaper.
- A Timeline of Ancient Egypt Identifies the various periods in Egyptian history, from 3100 B.C.-395 A.D.
- Dan Murphy's Mummy Explores the religion, funerals, and who got mummified in ancient Egypt.
- Deep in the Tombs of Egypt Watch a short movie about mummies, learn to draw like an Egyptian, or read ancient Egyptian tall tales.
- Evan and Orla's Egyptian Research Page General information and basic history of the region. Created especially for elementary school students.
- Egyptian Research by Evan and Orla Discusses many psychological, physical, and social aspects of life in ancient Egypt.
- Civilization.ca - Mysteries of Egypt Learn about ancient Egyptian topics including government, daily life, and clothing. From the Canadian Museum of Civilization.
- At the Tomb of Tutankhamen A multimedia presentation from National Geographic describes the opening of the tomb in 1923 and shows the treasures that were found inside.
- Nile File A child-friendly interactive guide to the history of Ancient Egyptians, including their lifestyle, work, and religion.
- Ancient Egyptian and Nubian Art Learn about the artwork featured at Emory University's permanent ancient Egyptian and Nubian art collection.