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Take a Free Virtual Tour of Five Egyptian Heritage Sites

The sites include the 5,000-year-old tomb of Meresankh III, the Red Monastery and the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Barquq

Theresa Machemer

Correspondent

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Earlier this month, Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the release of five new virtual tours of historic sites, adding to the range of online adventures that you can now embark on from home.

The tours explore the tomb of Meresankh III , the tomb of Menna , the Ben Ezra Synagogue , the Red Monastery and the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Barquq . Each virtual experience features detailed 3-D imagery through which users can “walk” by clicking hotspots along the structures’ floors.

As James Stewart reports for the Guardian , the tours boast “beefed up” 3-D modeling made by experts with Harvard University’s Giza Project . Unlike their real counterparts, most of which charge a small entry fee, the virtual renderings are free to all.

“The virtual tours target both [international] tourists and Egyptians, a ministry spokesperson tells Al-Monitor ’s Amira Sayed Ahmed. “They serve the double purpose of promoting Egyptian tourism nationwide and increasing Egyptians' awareness of their own civilization.”

Two of the tours—the tombs of Meresankh III and elite Egyptian official Menna —include background information accessible by clicking circles overlaid atop specific features. The former’s tomb, dated to some 5,000 years ago, is the oldest of the Egyptian sites available as a virtual walkthrough. Meresankh, a queen wed to King Khafre, was the daughter of Prince Kawab and Hetepheres II of the fourth dynasty, and the granddaughter of Great Pyramid builder Cheops, also known as Khufu.

Harvard archaeologist George Andrew Reisner discovered the queen’s tomb in 1927. He later stated that “None of us had ever seen anything like it.” Today, the burial place’s paintings and carvings remain well-preserved, showcasing hunters catching water birds, bakers making triangular loaves of bread and servants holding offerings.

In the northern chamber, along the wall furthest from the virtual tour’s starting point, ten statues of women stand shoulder to shoulder—an unusual sight among Gaza tombs. The statues “serve to emphasize Meresankh’s position among her queenly relatives,” the tour explains. Along the path to the 16-foot-deep burial shaft, users pass a pair of statues depicting Meresankh and her mother, Hetepheres II, with their arms around each other.

The path leads down a spiraling staircase into the burial shaft, where Meresankh’s black granite sarcophagus—originally created for her mother but re-engraved upon the queen’s death in 2532 B.C., according to the History Blog —was originally found. The tour includes a reconstructed image of the chamber with the sarcophagus in place, but the actual coffin is now kept at the Egyptian Antiquities Museum in Cairo.

The tomb of Menna, dated to the 18th dynasty (about 1549 B.C to 1292 B.C.), is “one of the most visited and best preserved” from the era, the ministry writes in a statement quoted by Live Science ’s Laura Geggel. The tomb’s decorations suggest the elite official was a scribe in charge of the pharaoh’s fields and the temple of sun god Amun-Re.

Menna’s tomb also includes informational blurbs highlighting such features as paintings of the scribe’s family, including his wife Henuttawy and their five children. Curiously, all of the paintings of Menna have been defaced.

“The ancient Egyptians believed that the soul of a person inhabited paintings of them and destroying the face would ‘deactivate’ the image,” the tour notes. “Why would someone want to destroy the memory of Menna?”

The tomb also served as a point of communication with the dead. It once featured life-size statues of Menna and Henuttawy that family members could make offerings to, ask for favors or visit during festivals.

The other three tours do not offer information blurbs at this time, but they still have plenty of detailed 3-D imagery for virtual visitors to explore. The Red Monastery , a Coptic church in Upper Egypt, features ornate frescoes, while the 14th-century Mosque-Madrassa is known for its immense size and innovative architecture. The Ben Ezra Synagogue in Old Cairo is alleged to be the site where baby Moses was found.

“Experience Egypt from home,” says the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities on Facebook . “Stay home. Stay safe.”

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Theresa Machemer is a freelance writer based in Washington DC. Her work has also appeared in National Geographic and SciShow. Website: tkmach.com

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Follow along as we delve into 5,000 years of ancient Egypt. Drawing on some of the more than 40,000 objects in the Penn Museum’s Egyptian collection, we’ll follow the rise of the ancient Egyptian kingdom, learn about Egyptian medicine and protection practices, and discover the importance of Egyptian names. We’ll look at artifacts that teach us about the might of kings, the power of temples, the journey to the afterlife, and the networks and connections that linked Egypt to other ancient societies.

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For over a century, Penn Museum archaeologists have been uncovering the world of ancient Egypt. The Egyptian Collection includes around 50,000 artifacts representing about 5,000 years of Egyptian history—many of them excavated directly by the Penn Museum—along with archaeological records giving a detailed look into contexts and provenience.

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The 5,000 years of ancient Egyptian history on display in the Penn Museum speak to the surprising continuity of Egyptian traditions over long periods. One remarkably stable Egyptian institution—and one of the most well-known—was the office of Pharaoh. On this stop, we’ll examine the origins of Egyptian kingship and its ideological underpinnings. We’ll also learn how to read depictions of pharaonic power and responsibility in Egyptian art.

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Connect your class to the British Museum for a free live interactive workshop.

Book this workshop and your students will be taught remotely by an expert from the British Museum. Through live activities, interactive quizzes and thought-provoking questions your class will enhance their knowledge and understanding of the past. The expert will help them develop their historical enquiry skills and challenge them to think critically.

Students will become British Museum Myth-busters. This new job requires historic enquiry skills, the ability to sift arguments and creative flair. Investigating objects from the collection and weighing up the evidence, they will develop their own perspective and judgements about ancient Egypt's common misconceptions.

Ages: 7–11 (KS2)

Curriculum links: History 

Session time: 60 minutes

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What does learning look like during this virtual visit.

  • Virtual Visits are live interactive workshops linking your classroom to an expert in one of the British Museum's learning rooms.
  • They have been designed to incorporate a broad range of learning techniques.
  • Your students will take an active role throughout the Virtual Visit.
  • Virtual Visits acknowledge that learning is not only about knowledge and understanding. It encourages students to be inspired and excited to visit museums, to develop their close observation competency, and to enhance their communication skills to express and share their own thoughts. 
  • This workshop does not involve virtual reality, augmented reality or a virtual tour of the galleries.

What will be studied during this Virtual Visit?

  • The Virtual Visit begins with an introduction to the British Museum and its collection of eight million objects.  
  • It centres around a variety of ancient Egyptian objects from the British Museum collection. 
  • Students are recruited as British Museum myth-busters and they are issued a to-do list with three areas of ancient Egyptian history to investigate. 
  • Students will participate in an 'interview' for the role of myth-buster using the platform Kahoot on their devices. The quiz will aid their understanding of the differences between myths and facts and encourage them to think critically about information presented to them.
  • Students are guided through a series of three activities. Two of which are supported using a printed booklet, emailed prior to the Virtual Visit. If students do not have access to a printed version, it can be completed with a piece of paper. 
  • Students investigate ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. They match ancient Egyptian objects displaying hieroglyphs with their modern-day equivalents. They will be supported to understand that ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs are not secret codes, but they were one of the scripts used for writing and communicating all kinds of different information. 
  • Students investigate ancient Egypt's contact with other civilisations. They look at a timeline with Museum objects, that reflect on the differing ways these civilisations interacted throughout ancient Egypt's history. They are then tasked to look critically and make an informed decision of which objects they would put into a display case, just like a curator at the British Museum.
  • Students investigate British Museum objects found in burials. Using an image of a reconstructed luxurious ancient Egyptian tomb, they will consider what kinds of objects people were buried with. They will look closely at funerary objects from the Museum collection to establish that the afterlife was of great importance to the ancient Egyptians and each object served a purpose.
  • The session will end by looking at the great pyramid of Giza. 

How does this Virtual Visit link with the UK's national curriculums?

England, The National Curriculum in England, Key stage 2, History

  • The achievements of the earliest civilisations – an overview of where and when the first civilisations appeared and an in-depth study of one of the following: Ancient Sumer; The Indus Valley; Ancient Egypt; The Shang Dynasty of Ancient China.

Northern Ireland, The Northern Ireland Curriculum, Key stage 2, The world around us

  • Change over time

Scotland, Curriculum for Excellence, second level, social studies: people, past events and societies

  • I can use primary and secondary sources selectively to research events in the past. 
  • I can compare and contrast a society in the past with my own and contribute to a discussion of the similarities and differences. 
  • I can discuss why people and events from a particular time in the past were important, placing them within a historical sequence.

Wales, The National Curriculum for Wales, Key stage 2, History

  • Chronological awareness
  • Historical knowledge and understanding 
  • Interpretations of history 
  • Historical enquiry 
  • Organisation and communication

What key vocabulary will be used?

Afterlife, amulet, book of the dead, canopic jar, civilisation, coffin, fact, god, Hieroglyphs, Hyksos, luxury, luxurious, Kushite, myth, Pharaoh, papyrus, prism, pyramid, Royalty, Rosetta stone, sarcophagus, shabti, sphinx, Sudan, timeline, tomb.

What related resources can I use with my students?

You can discover more ancient Egypt classroom resources, either before or after your Virtual Visit.

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Dinosaur s i n their Time Virtual Tour Explore classic favorites, as well as some surprises, from Dinosaurs in Their Time —Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s core exhibition featuring real dinosaur fossils. Museum experts guide you through an interactive experience broadcast live with amazing views of the fossils and environments on display. Dinosaurs Interactive Lesson and Hands-on Activity Travel back in time to a world ruled by massive plant eaters and vicious carnivores. Discover fossils, learn about what a paleoartist does, and try your hand at this Cretaceous career!

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Wildlife Halls Tour Take a virtual tour of the wildlife hall at Carnegie Museum of Natural History and investigate unique adaptations of animals and their environments through drawings and observations. Animals Interactive Lesson and Hands-on Activity Meet some of the live animals in the museum collection we call animal ambassadors! Learn about their habitats, adaptations, and what we as people can do to protect their wild relatives.

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Walton Hall of Ancient Egypt Tour Take a virtual tour to explore the connections between nature and human culture in Ancient Egypt. Egypt Interactive Lesson and Hands-on Activity Write your name in hieroglyphics, analyze awesome artifacts, and create your very own food mummy with the museum educators.

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Virtual Field Trip to Ancient Egypt

✈️ Step into the world of pharaohs, pyramids, and hieroglyphics with this Virtual Field Trip to Ancient Egypt! This engaging and interactive virtual field trip activity is perfect for teachers who want to take their students on an unforgettable journey through time and space. Your students will visit Ancient Egypt to learn about different aspects of Egyptian culture and history.

✈️ With both Google Slides and Seesaw formats included, your students will have access to immersive learning experiences that will transport them to the land of the Nile. Perfect for a fun Friday activity, a supplement to social studies units, or just exploring ancient cultures, this Virtual Field Trip to Ancient Egypt is a must-have for any educator who wants to make learning come alive. Get ready to explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt today!

✈️ This virtual field trip resource integrates a variety of skills. Students complete reading and writing assignments along with watching videos, using maps, and completing activities like image sorts. Key reading comprehension, writing, multimedia, science, geography, and other skills are incorporated throughout the journey. This virtual field trip is assembled using video links, Google Earth, images, and more!

*Please note: This resource includes links to YouTube videos, so ensure you and your students have access to YouTube before purchasing. Although great care has been taken to ensure all content is appropriate for the stated grade levels, each classroom is unique and it is recommended that teachers review all content prior to use. I recommend embedding the videos to avoid ads and other content that may be inappropriate. Instructions for embedding the videos are included and it should only take a few minutes. Also , keep in mind that any links to third-party content may be changed or removed by the content owner. All links are reviewed regularly; however, if you find a broken link, please let me know so I can update the resource accordingly.

✏️Google Slides Format – Format is perfect for distance learning. Slides are interactive and can be used as a fun and engaging exercise within the classroom or remotely.

✏️Virtual Video Tours – Includes links to videos about various animals.

✏️Reading Comprehension Integration – Integrates key reading skills like compare & contrast, multimedia, multiple sources, and more.

✏️Writing & Science – Virtual field trip helps students understand more about the world around them and uses writing prompts to explore their reactions and ideas.

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  • Great Pyramid of Giza Virtual Tour
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  • Prepare a Mummy Interactive
  • The Valley of Kings
  • Tutankhamun
  • Travel Journal
  • Other Places to Explore

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This resource is suitable for the following grade levels:

  • 2nd & 3rd Grade:  With teacher modeling, whole class, or small groups.
  • 4th & 5th Grade:  Independent for on-level students.

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An Egypt Virtual Tour For Kids

A note to the grown-ups:  This virtual tour is designed for minimal supervision and with a variety of activities depending on child’s interest, not all activities are meant to be completed.  Even if your kids are not reading yet, each section has a graphic to indicate what is about.  Kids can click on the graphic or in activity description for videos.  Non-readers can just skip the reading sections if parents are working or unavailable.  The recipes are ideas for you and your child to make together.  Crafts will likely need supervision.  

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مرحبا اهلا بك في مصر

Hello welcome to egypt.

There is so much to love about Egypt. Our Egyptian adventure starts with some facts, then is broken down into twelve sections:  Overview , Books , Podcast , Coloring , Music , Crafts , S.T.E.M. , Animals , Tours , Food , Movement , & Movie . You do not have to do all of the sections, scroll to whatever interests you.

Quick Facts About Egypt

Where is egypt.

Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa.  It is surrounded by the countries of Libya to the west, Sudan to the south, Israel and the Gaza strip to the east.  It is also is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea,.

What Is The Capital Of Egypt?

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More About Egypt

  • The people of Egypt speak Arabic.
  • The Sinai Peninsula in Egypt spans across two continents, Africa and Asia.
  • The Nile River is the longest river in the world and flows north through Egypt and, finally, into the Mediterranean Sea. 
  • Ancient Egyptians built pyramids were built as tombs for pharaohs (rulers of Ancient Egypt) and their families. 
  • Over 130 pyramids still exist in Egypt today.
  • The Pyramid of Khufu at Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid. 
  •  Cats were sacred animals to the Ancient Egyptians.
  • Hieroglyphics were developed by Ancient Egyptians and were one of the first form of writing in the world.
  • The Egyptian alphabet contained more than 700 hieroglyphs!   Bonus Link  to learn more about hieroglyphics.

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EGYPT ADVENTURE OVERVIEW

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National Geographic Kids​

https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/countries/egypt/

Bonus: Nile River Overview

https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/geography/physical-geography/nile-river-facts/

BOOKS & STORIES

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The Egyptian Cinderella

We're sailing down the nile, the well of truth, ancient egyptian adventure.

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Listen to this ‘Dad and Me Love History’ podcast with special guests, Egyptologist and author Malayna Evans, and her daughter Soren.  This podcast will take you inside the Pyramids and tell you all about tree goddesses, cat lovers and looking good in the afterlife. The special guests reveal that the most famous ‘Egyptian’ of them all isn’t even Egyptian!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/19-ancient-egypt-crazy-or-cool/id1346382732?i=1000434318730

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Play this Egyptian music in the background while coloring and doing crafts.

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This coloring sheet is a color by numbers of an Egyptian princess:  http://coloritbynumbers.com/printables/hard/princesses/princess-of-egypt

And here is a coloring sheet of the Pyramids: https://www.education.com/download/worksheet/80894/color-world-egypt.pdf

My kids love connect the dots activities so I am going to start including one each week in the coloring section.  You can color it after.  This one is of a mommy camel and her baby.   http://www.connectthedots101.com/worksheet_print/id_2791/Camel/baby-camel-sahara-egypt

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While you listen to the music, make your own Pharaoh Headdress Printable Craft

You can also make these Egyptian cat mummies with toilet paper or paper towel rolls: Egyptian Cat Mummies

S.T.E.M. ACTIVITY

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Mummification STEM Project

Here are instructions for mummifying an apple.  Kind of gross, but also kind of cool.  Get permission from a grown up before doing this one!

https://ourfamilycode.com/learn-the-science-of-mummification-with-apple-mummies/

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Journey down the nile river, kids guide to egypt.

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It’s not exactly Egyptian food, but it is based on the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification.  And since Halloween is coming soon,  click here to find out how to make mummy hot dogs!.

About Egyptian Food

Here is an article about food in Egypt .  You probably already eat one of the popular foods at home – hummus is very popular in Egypt!

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If your parents will let you watch a movie about Egypt, The Prince of Egypt is a great choice!

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Ancient Greece

Let’s travel back in time to explore the world of the Ancient Greeks. Your students will be surprised how much we all have in common with them, and how much they still influence and inspire our lives every day. This video introduces Ancient Greek lifestyle and customs, along with the various gods important to all aspects of life.

Video length: 21:30 minutes.

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Ancient Rome

Ciao Amici! Hello Friends! Let’s go on a stroll through Ancient Rome visiting the noble ruins of the Roman Empire. Power, politics, and pagan gods – all part of the glory and majesty of the Eternal City! We take a walk back in the footsteps of time to explore the enduring feats of engineering, and the lasting grandeur of the seat of Western civilization.

Video length: 14:40 minutes.

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Ancient Mayans

Let’s hear it for the Mayans and their many accomplishments! They have given us many gifts – an accurate 365-day calendar, their glorious cities that have stood the test of time, a lasting body of knowledge about the night sky, and maybe best of all – chocolate! Step back in time with us as we explore what it meant to live in the time of the Ancient Mayans.

Video length: 22:15 minutes.

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Ancient Egypt: Land of the Pharaohs

A civilization like no other – let’s start with the Egyptian gods that ruled over the smallest details of everyday life. They also protected the all-powerful Pharaoh. We examine Egyptian royalty, and the social structure of Ancient Egypt, right down to the everyday people, their daily life, and the symbols that were important them.

Video length: 26:40 minutes

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Ancient Egypt: Land of the Pyramids

Let’s have a close-up look at the magnificent structures that the Ancient Egyptians have left behind for us to marvel over, even thousands of years later. Pyramids, Sphinxes, and many, many temples delight our senses as we take this trip back in time to the Land of the Pyramids.

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Come along with us as we take an Egypt virtual tour and explore from home! Perhaps you’re planning a trip to Egypt with kids in the future, or maybe you just want to learn more about the country right from home. Either way, this is a guide to learn about history, culture, food, people, as we enjoy our homeschooling Egypt unit.

This guide is a great way to connect via heart and mind with those of diverse backgrounds from around the world. It’s perfect for preparing for future family travel, to help with homeschooling, or just for fun. We can’t wait to learn more about the beauty and diversity of Egypt with kids.

Our family likes to spend 1-2 weeks on a virtual field trip to each country. We typically spread out these activities and pick a couple each day. I hope you enjoy learning with us as we explore these Egyptian activities for kids!

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EGYPT VIRTUAL TOUR:

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  • A pharaoh was an Ancient Egyptian leader and was considered both a god and a king.
  • The Pharaoh could be a man or a woman. S/he did not show her hair to regular people!
  • Most pyramids were built as tombs for pharaohs and their families.
  • Ancient Egyptians thought a person’s soul would live forever if their body was preserved. Because of this, they mummified a dead person’s body.
  • Ancient Egypt was one of the first places to invent writing.
  • Cats were sacred, or very special and connected to the gods, in Ancient Egypt.
  • The largest pyramid in Egypt is the Pyramid of Khufu at Giza.
  • Both men and women in Ancient Egypt wore makeup. They thought it would heal them, and it also protected their skin from the hot sun!
  • Ancient Egyptians used moldy bread to help with infections.
  • Egyptians first invented a paste to clean their teeth around 5000BC!
  • Egypt only gets about 1″ of rain for the whole year.

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Language Arts Egypt Homeschooling

Languages spoken in egypt.

  • The official language in Egypt is Arabic.
  • There are 16 individual living languages spoken in Egypt!
  • English is the most widely used language in tourism. Many road signs in Egypt are written in both Arabic and English.
  • Learn basic Arabic phrases (3 minutes)
  • Or you can head here if you want to learn ancient Egyptian !
  • Hieroglyphs were the writing system used in Ancient Egypt. In total, there were about 1,000 distinct characters.
  • Only about 1% of Ancient Egyptians were literate. They loved stories, but most were passed down orally through families.

Egyptian Literature & Egyptian Folktales

  • The oldest Egyptian literature was written in the Egyptian language.
  • Ancient Egyptian literature and Sumerian literature are considered the oldest in the world.
  • Most of the scripts used today in languages around the world originally came from the Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic script!
  • The Egyptians called their hieroglyphs “words of god” and only used them for special reasons, such as talking to spirits and for writing on burial sites.
  • Simple, cursive hieroglyphs were called  hieratic .
  • Ancient Egyptian literature was written on  papyrus (used in Ancient Egypt and similar to thick paper, made from a water plant), pottery, wooden boards, and burial monuments.
  • Egyptian myths were usually metaphorical – that means they were stories that represented lessons for humans.
  • The top and middle texts are written in Ancient Egyptian texts. One is in hieroglyphs and one is Demotic (an Ancient Egyptian script related to hieratic script). The bottom text is written in Ancient Greek.
  • This became the key to deciphering Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs.
  • Because of that, we came to understand much more about Ancient Egyptian history.
  • It is a decree that was written in 196 BC for King Ptolemy V Epiphanes.

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Egyptian Gods Writing Assignment: Egypt Writing Assignment for Elementary and Middle School Children

  • Ancient Egyptians had many gods for different purposes.
  • They had gods for everyday needs such as bravery, strength, and loyalty.
  • What trait does your god represent?
  • How your god was created? From air? Or from water? Perhaps from the earth?
  • Where does your god live?
  • Who are your gods friends? Enemies?
  • What does your god like to do?
  • What animal best represents your god?

Reading: Books to Learn About Egypt for Kids

Homeschooling egypt language arts activity suggestions:.

  • Take an Egypt virtual tour by making a brochure for Egypt, incorporating landmarks, geography, and food.
  • Pretend you’re a weatherperson and create a slideshow about the weather for the month.

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History & Government: Homeschooling Egypt Facts

The official name of the country is the Arab Republic of Egypt. The official language is Arabic, and the capital is Cairo.

Egypt is a democratic republic. Some people say that is not really true, since in the past, there weren’t different choices for who to vote for. The current president is Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.

The first people lived on the Nile River about 8,000 years ago! They needed to live along the river so they could grow crops and fish. They started a civilization , or an advanced community and society, about 3,000 B.C. That was around the time when the the various areas around the river were united under a pharaoh . That lasted for about 2,000 years.

Most Ancient Egyptian children did not attend school, but instead learned at home. Some children (almost all boys) who were learning to be scribes or were very wealthy may have attended schools set up in classrooms similar to what we have today.

Egypt started to break apart into smaller areas around 1,000 B.C. It was ruled by the Romans for a while, and then the Muslims, who founded the city of Cairo.

The British invaded Egypt in 1882 because they wanted control of the Suez Canal, which connected the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea. Egypt declared independence in 1952, which is when the British left.

Famous People

  • Ramses II. He was the most powerful Egyptian pharaoh. Ramses became pharaoh when he was 14 years old and ruled for over 60 years. He built many temples and monuments and won many wars.
  • Hatshepsut. She was a powerful and intelligent pharaoh who built Egypt’s economy through trade. Her reign was a time of peace.
  • Tutankhamun became pharaoh when he was 9, and died when he was 18. He changed the main god Egyptians worshipped and changed his name to reflect that. Most people liked him. We do not know how he died.
  • Cleopatra. She was a famous pharaoh who was very powerful and beautiful. She built up the Egyptian economy. Unfortunately, at the end of her reign, Egypt began to decline as the Romans took over. She was the last pharaoh before the Romans conquered.
  • Moses was a Biblical prophet who helped slaves escape out of Egypt.

Egypt exports a lot of oil and gas. That means they sell it to other countries. They also make metals, cloths, and chemicals. Tourism is also very important in Egypt.

1 USD ~ 15 Egyptian pounds

  • The weekend is Friday and Saturday in Egypt.
  • July 23rd is the National Day of Egypt, which is when the Egyptian republic started with the Egyptian Revolution of 1952. This ended the Kingdom of Egypt.
  • Ramadan is one of the biggest celebrations in Egypt. It is a month during which Muslims fast from food and drink during daylight hours. The ending meal of Ramadan is called an  iftar .
  • Leylet en Nuktah is a celebration of the Nile River because of the life it sustains.
  • Egyptian Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7th (Coptic Christmas). They eat a traditional soup with rice, garlic, and meat that is called fata .
  • Moulid an-Nabi celebrates the prophet Mohammed’s birthday.

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Egyptian History Flag Activity:

  • Red = sacrifices and blood of Egyptian martyrs
  • White = peace
  • Black = the sad period of occupation
  • Egyptian eagle = strength and power

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Coloring sheet flag from HERE

Video About Egyptian History for Kids:

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Geography & Climate: Egypt Virtual Tour for Kids

  • Find Egypt on a map or globe.
  • Cairo is the capital of Egypt (find the star on the map).
  • Egypt is in the Northeast of the African continent.
  • Egypt has 2 seasons – a mild winter, and a hot and dry summer.
  • While most of the country is very warm, the northern coast has more of a Mediterranean climate.
  • The desert can get very cold at night!
  • The Suez Canal separates the Sinai Peninsula from the rest of Egypt, and connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea. It also separates Africa and Asia.
  • That means most of Egypt is in Africa, while Sinai is in Asia!
  • The longest river in the world goes through Egypt, and it is called the Nile River.
  • The most fertile growing areas are near the Nile River. The most important crops in Ancient Egypt were wheat, flax (used to make linen for clothing), and papyrus.
  • The Nile River floods at least once per year. It also flows northward.

Egypt Geography Activity Suggestions:

  • Color in Egypt on the maps.
  • Count how many countries Egypt borders (4).

Egypt Geography Video:

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Culture & People: Egypt Virtual Tour

Ancient egypt.

Makeup and jewelry were very important to both men and women in Ancient Egypt. Those with more money wore gold and silver, while poorer residents wore copper.

People lived in mud houses that had dried in the sun. If it got very hot inside, they would sleep on the flat roofs!

Some of the jobs in Ancient Egypt included farmers, craftspeople (to make jewelry, clothing, and more), soldiers, scribes (who trained to write in hieroglyphics), and priests/priestesses. Wealthy and educated women were able to do many of the important jobs in society.

Most people took daily baths in the Nile River. They wore simple clothes that were made of linen (from the flax plant), and they were almost always white. Women usually had short hair until the Middle Kingdom, when they started wearing it longer. Kids didn’t wear any clothes at all until they turned 6 years old! Many Egyptians did not wear shoes, but if they did, they wore sandals. Rich people wore leather sandals, and poor people wore ones made of grasses.

Mummification in Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptians mummified, or treated and preserved, their dead. They believed that the body needed to be preserved as intactly as possible in order to enjoy the afterlife. The soul stayed in the body, so it needed to be preserved or the soul would be lost. It was expensive to be mummified, so while it was done to some common people, it was mostly for pharaohs and nobility. Some animals were also mummified.

Mummification took 70 days. First, priests needed to remove moisture from the body so it would not rot. They did this by removing all the organs except the heart, as they thought that was the center of the person’s being. Then they filled and covered the body with a type of salt. After it dried out, they cleaned off the salt and then wrapped it tightly in strips of hundreds of yards of linen! Finally, they were placed in the tomb with amulets and other riches, as well as things they enjoyed, to have with them in the afterlife.

The Ancient Egyptians were very good at mummification. So good, that we can tell what people from 3000 years ago looked like!

Here are a couple of really fun books for kids about mummies!

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Modern Egypt

Family is very important in Egypt. Children are seen as really important. They are also expected to care for parents when they get old.

In some parts of Egypt, women over the age of 16 do not work in the fields. Instead, they typically take care of household duties. Women rarely go out in public unless they are wearing a black muslin headdress for their heads and faces.

Ancient Egypt Jewelry Activity: Ancient Egyptian Collar Necklace

Get all the details HERE for this fun cultural project!

Ancient Egyptian Collar craft

Food: Egyptian Recipes for Kids: Egyptian Food That Kids Will Enjoy

Food is a perfect way to take an Egypt virtual tour. Making these recipes was one of our favorite parts of our homeschooling Egypt unit!

Here are some common foods in Egypt:

  • Ful (slow cooked fava beans, often eaten with eggs and cheese)
  • Ta’meya (Egyptian fava bean falafel)
  • Koshari (one of the most popular Egyptian foods, traditionally a street food with pasta, rice, and legumes)
  • Mahshi (rice-stuffed vegetables)
  • Molokhia (green vegetable soup)

Egyptian Recipes for Kids

Cooking is a perfect activity for a homeschooling Egypt unit. Here are some of our favorite kid friendly Egyptian food recipes!

  • Easy Egyptian Karkade (hibiscus iced tea)
  • Easy Egyptian lentils and rice
  • Homemade pita bread
  • Kid-friendly Egyptian koshari recipe

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Famous Landmarks: Egypt Virtual Travel with Kids

Head on an Egypt virtual tour by visiting some famous landmarks through books, art, and videos!

  • Great Pyramid of Giza. The builders used more than 2 million blocks to create it! It was built for a pharaoh who Ancient Egyptians thought was a god, and who needed his body preserved for the afterlife.
  • Great Sphinx of Giza. The sphinx is a mythical creature in Greek mythology. Historians think this may be the oldest large statue in Egypt. It is over 4,000 years old!
  • Abu Simbel. Two ancient temples on the Nile River that are carved into a cliff. The Ancient Pharaoh Ramesses II ordered it to be built. It took over 20 years!
  • Valley of the Kings. This is a  necropolis , or city of the dead. It has the tombs of many ancient pharaohs, including that of King Tut, which was almost completely undisturbed.
  • Al-Azhar Mosque. It was founded in 970 A.D. as the first Islamic university in Egypt.
  • Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria. It was established in the middle of the 1st century by St. Mark.

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Art History: Egyptian Art History with Kids

Ancient Egyptians viewed kings or pharaohs as halfway between a god and a human. The best artists made their art for the king, and to show him or her as being like god. Then other artists copied the master artists to make art for the people.

  • The earliest known work of art is the Palette of Narmer, from about 3,000 B.C.
  • People often painted art on the walls of burial areas for a pleasant afterlife for the person who had died.
  • Relief was a style of art where the artists carved away the background so the images stood out.
  • Artists often showed people with their faces turned sideways (in profile).
  • The pharaoh was bigger than everyone else in artwork.
  • Egyptians also made 3-dimensional art (sculpture). Those usually faced forward instead of sideways.
  • Art was very functional in Middle and Ancient Egypt. The artists made it for a specific purpose – almost always for the pharaoh, to decorate a sacred or burial site, or for some other use. People rarely made art just for decoration.
  • Much of the art was religious.

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Art Activities: Virtual Tour Egypt Art Activities with Kids

Clay egyptian cartouche necklace: activity for kids.

A  cartouche was an Ancient Egyptian name plate. It was oval with the person’s (king or queen’s) name in hieroglyphics inside. A magical rope symbol surrounded the outside to protect it. You can make your own royal cartouche right here!

  • Hieroglyph book for kids , Hieroglyph chart , or you can use THIS site to translate into hieroglyphs
  • Modeling clay (love the colors in this set !)
  • Toothpicks or skewers
  • Use the hieroglyph book to figure out how to write your name in hieroglyphs.
  • Take a piece of clay and roll it out into a rectangle/oval about 1 inch by 3 inches. Lay it out vertically.
  • Using a toothpick or skewer, gently poke a hole near the top of your clay. Then gently write your name in the clay from top to bottom using hieroglyphs.
  • Leave clay out to dry.
  • String a piece of the twine through the hole, then tie the other end. Wear as a necklace!

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Egypt Crafts Activities for Kids: Egypt coloring pages

  • Egypt coloring pages

Coloring page from HERE

Religion & philosophy: homeschooling egypt for kids.

The official religion in Egypt is Islam. Most are Sunni Muslims (about 85-90% of people). About 10% are Coptic Christians.

Egypt formally has freedom of religion under the law. However, there are many social difficulties. The government sometimes shuts down Christian churches even though they are legally allowed. The government only recognizes Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.

While technically, Egyptians may convert to any religion they choose, this is much more difficult in practice. Sometimes, members of one religion may prevent their members from converting away from their religion. Others may stop converts  to their religion in the name of preventing social unrest.

Ancient Egyptians believed good deeds made your heart light, and if you did bad deeds, your heart would be heavy. If your heart was lighter than a feather, you would sail off into a paradisiacal afterlife.

Egyptian Religion Activity

Egyptian gods card matching game

Other Egyptian mythology coloring pages HERE

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Movies about Egypt for Grown Ups and Kids

  • Night at the Museum One , Two , Three
  • The Prince of Egypt (animated biblical film about Moses freeing his people from bondage)
  • Joseph King of Dreams (animated biblical film about Joseph from the book of Genesis)
  • Despicable Me
  • The Ten Commandments
  • Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark (for older kids)

Math & Science in Egypt: Egyptian Inventions

  • Science behind building the pyramids video .
  • Egyptians invented  papyrus , a paper-like material.
  • They also constructed canals and irrigation ditches. The Nile River floods every year, and this allowed them to get the water to distant areas.
  • Ancient Egyptians created black ink.
  • Egyptians used obelisks as sun clocks!
  • Egyptians invented black kohl for eye makeup.
  • An Egyptian papyrus from the 300s AD gave a recipe for toothpaste and how to brush!

Animals in Egypt

Egypt has 21 protected areas. These are great places to see Egypts many animals!

The largest wild animal is the aoudad, a kind of bearded sheep. There are a few different lizards and poisonous snakes, as well as scorpions, rodents, and locusts.

Many birds also live in Egypt, and the Nile River has almost 200 kinds of fish! There area also a number of different desert mammals that live in Egypt, including the Dorcas gazelle and the Egyptian jackal.

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STEAM and Craft Activity Suggestions when Homeschooling Egypt with Kids

  • Build a replica pyramid out of LEGOs, clay, or cardboard.
  • Design a poster of your perfect pyramid and everything with which you’d want to be entombed. Consider all your most special items!
  • Here are some excellent ancient Egypt science projects for older kids!

Here are a few really fun books with Egypt-themed STEAM projects – perfect for an Egypt virtual tour with kids!

Ancient egypt mummification steam activity.

  • 10 small paper cups
  • Slice the apple into 10 slices.
  • Wrap 5 of the slices tightly in gauze.
  • Place each of the slices in a paper cup.
  • Cover 1 wrapped and 1 unwrapped slice with each of the substances. Leave the final two without any substance.
  • Plain apple
  • Gauze covered apple
  • Gauze + salt
  • Gauze + vinegar
  • Gauze + olive oil
  • Gauze + sugar
  • Wait 4-5 days and see what happens to each. Discuss why!

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Music: Homeschooling Egypt Music Unit

Music and chanting were important in Ancient Egypt. Instruments like harps, flutes, and double clarinets were used in the Old Kingdom times. Then percussion instruments and lutes became common in the Middle Kingdom (2050-1550 BC).

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Sports, Games, and Movement in Egypt

Ancient Egyptians hunted for food and also for entertainment. They also liked to play board games.

One popular board game was senet, which is over 5,000 years old! Many pharaohs were buried with their senet boards. They loved to play and wanted to do so in the afterlife, as well! Another popular game was mehen. It used a round board with spaces shaped liked a coiled snake.

Sports were also popular. Sports prepared boys to be warriors. Wrestling and chariot racing were some of the most common.

Children’s Games in Egypt

Kids also liked to play games and swim in the river. Parents taught kids to swim when they were young. Archaeologists have found children’s toys like rattles, balls, and tops. They even invented a version of bowling!

You can play senet yourself right HERE !

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Thanks for Taking a Virtual Visit to Egypt With Us!

We’ve loved putting together this Egypt virtual tour. We’d love to hear if you do any of these activities for a homeschooling Egypt unit, or if you visit in person!

We hope to inspire curiosity and connection through exploring and learning, and we hope this guide helps you and your families. Please share any activities you do with us over on our Instagram . If you enjoyed this Egypt virtual tour with kids and homeschooling resource, please pass it along so more families can benefit – we would appreciate it so much!

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Ancient egypt: land of the pharaohs, ancient timeline.

Create a timeline that shows what was happening in each of the Ancient Civilizations at certain points in time.   For example, who created calendars and at what point in time? Who was building pyramids and when?

Ancient Egyptian Art

Have students recreate Ancient Egyptian wall art and murals.  

Build A Pyramid

Use various craft materials to build a model of one of Ancient Egypt’s Pyramids. Discuss how a model is a smaller version of a large structure.

Social Hierarchy

Ask students to recreate the social pyramid of Ancient Egypt.   Who is at the top? Who is at the bottom? What role did each layer play in society?

Ancient Civilization Comparisons

Divide your class into smaller groups, with each group responsible for further researching how each ancient civilization has benefited the world.   They need to bring props to show (photos, food, items that represents tools and discoveries by each group).

Ancient Games

Find games and sports that were played during the specific ancient civilizations, teach students, and then have them play this game or sport. Alternatively, students could create one.

Discussion Topic

After studying about a specific ancient civilization (Ancient Greece, Romans, Mayans, Egypt, etc. ), have a class discussion about what a day in the life of a person would be like.  

Contact your local college or university to see if they have an archaeology program.   If so, see if your class can visit them and learn what has been discovered by structures and buildings left behind.

Draw a scene from the video you just watched.

Write Like an Egyptian!

Show students examples of Egyptian hieroglyphics, explaining that hieroglyphics were a mode of writing. Ask students to create their own system of symbols, requiring them to compile a vocabulary of at least five words (for example, names of animals, etc).

Ancient Egyptian Artifacts

Go to the Smithsonian website (maybe also the Louvre?) to show pictures of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, pyramids, etc.  

Gods and Goddesses

Have students make a list of the gods and goddesses mentioned in the video. List the areas of importance for each deity. Students can also research gods and goddesses that were not mentioned in the video, in order to add to the list.

Choose a God/Goddess

Study the different Egyptian Gods and Goddesses.   Have each student choose one and either dress like one, create a sculpture, or paint a picture of the God or Goddess that was chosen.   They can explain what they learned and why they chose that specific God or Goddess.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World

Have students research the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.

Reading Suggestion

Have students read The Golden Goblet  by Eloise Jarvis McGraw.  This book will provide an insight of what it would be like for a kid to live during Ancient Egyptian times.

The Pharaoh's Crowns

Research the different Royal Crowns that an Egyptian Pharaoh may have worn and then have students make one that they can wear.

Pyramid Comparisons

Have students compare the structure and purpose(s) of the Egyptian vs. Mayan pyramids. Discuss how they are similar and different. Discuss the techniques used to build each style of pyramid.

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It’s a similar story with aquariums. You have your pick of live webcams, but our favorites are the Georgia Aquarium’s Ocean Voyager webcam (wait for the whale shark!) and the “Jelly Cam” at Monterey Bay Aquarium (so soothing). The Seattle Aquarium even has a 30-minute video tour . Want more under-the-sea fun? Here’s our ultimate list of virtual aquarium field trips.

4. The Farm

The classic preschool field trip goes online! You can have your pick of dairy farm field trips, but we like this one from the Dairy Alliance  and this one from Stonyfield Organic . Farm Food 360 gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in Canadian farm and food tours—from raising pigs to making milk and cheese. We’re also loving these virtual egg farm field trips from the American Egg Board.

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5. An Art Museum

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We found 20 art museums with virtual tours , including the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s # MetKids and its awesome Where’s Waldo? setup. And you can’t miss the world-famous Louvre in Paris (no passport needed!). Check out the current virtual tours: Traveling Materials and Objects, the Advent of the Artist, the Body in Movement, and Founding Myths: From Hercules to Darth Vader!

6. A National Park

From webcams at Hawaii volcanoes to a virtual run along the rim of the Grand Canyon , you have tons of options here. Our top pick would have to be Yellowstone. The interactive maps are a great way to see the Mammoth Hot Springs and Mud Volcano, but we think kids will be psyched about the Old Faithful Geyser livestream and the opportunity to make their own predictions for its next eruption . Check out everything the National Park Service has to offer virtually.

7. A Planetarium

Through Stellarium Web , kids can explore over 60,000 stars, locate planets, and watch sunrises and solar eclipses. If you enter your location, you can see all the constellations that are visible in the night sky in your corner of the world.

8. A Recycling Center

Take your students on a virtual field trip of a recycling center and a modern landfill . Plus, there’s a full-on curriculum that includes lesson plans, take-home handouts, and more.

9. Slime in Space

Nickelodeon teamed up with two astronauts on the International Space Station to demonstrate how slime reacts to microgravity and had kids reproduce those same demonstrations back here on Earth. It makes for an amazing 15-minute virtual field trip .

10. Nature Lab

The Nature Conservancy has a brand-new virtual field trip entitled “You’re the Scientist! Citizen Science, Frogs & Cicadas.” Check out their full library of videos on topics like climate change and water security.

11. Discovery Education

Discovery Education hosts a variety of virtual events —each with a companion guide with hands-on learning activities. Current offerings include “Making a New Life: The Courage of a Refugee” and “The Future Is Now” (architectural and engineering innovations). Stay tuned for their upcoming civics virtual field trip, “The American Ideal.”

12. The Great Lakes

This virtual field trip from Great Lakes Now has three components: coastal wetlands, algae, and lake sturgeon. Each video is a quick five minutes long.

13. The Strong National Museum of Play

Explore online exhibits and discover the history and evolution of play. Check out board games that changed play, sports video games that shaped digital play, and the making of Monopoly to name a few.

14. U.S. Census Bureau

Kids can learn about the most recent Census and how census data is collected and used. This virtual field trip also features interviews with subject matter experts and an interactive challenge.

15. National Constitution Center

The “Museum of We the People,” the Constitution Center serves as a “headquarters for civic education.” Check out the Interactive Constitution section , and be sure to watch the virtual tour .

16. The Johnson Space Center

Houston, we have a virtual field trip. Three, actually. All with companion educator guides. The star of the show is the behind-the-scenes tour of the Johnson Space Center .

17. Birthplace of Music

Boise State put together this fully interactive virtual field trip with text, photos, audio, and video about the history of music. The four featured music locations are: Vienna, Austria; New Orleans, Louisiana; Cleveland, Ohio; and Bristol, Tennessee-Virginia.

18. Colonial Williamsburg

This living-history museum provides a look into life in an early American community. The website offers five different webcams featuring areas such as the tavern and the armory.

19. Mount Vernon

This virtual experience of George Washington’s home is incredibly well done. Enter the different buildings—from the opulent mansion to the chilling slave quarters—and click on different items for video and text explanations.

20. Mount Rushmore

This virtual tour comes with a real tour guide! Blaine Kortemeyer is the Assistant Chief of Interpretation and Education, who lends his expertise on the building of this national monument. The 3D Explorer is also an excellent tool.

21. The Manhattan Project

Take a visit to the National WWII Museum for “a cross-country virtual expedition to discover the science, sites, and stories of the creation of the atomic bomb.” Don’t forget to download the classroom guide!

22. The White House

For a look inside the iconic building, check out the 360° tour of some of the most historic rooms of the People’s House, from the Situation Room to the Oval Office. Examine each room and check out the contents up close.

23. The Smithsonian

The National Museum of Natural History’s virtual experiences are self-guided, room-by-room tours of permanent, current, and past exhibits. Be sure to send kids to the second floor Bone Hall so they can take a look at all different kinds of skeletons.

24. Google Arts & Culture

A collaboration with over 1,200 leading museums and archives, Google Arts & Culture is an incredible storehouse of monumental works of art. We recommend the Street View and Play sections.

25. 360 Cities

Boasting the world’s largest collection of 360° image videos, 360 Cities provides kids with the opportunity to see stunning panoramas across the globe, including their video of the ice floe on the Vistula River in Poland.

26. Buckingham Palace

It’s the official residence of the Queen of England, and boy, is it opulent! Get a peek inside the gorgeous Grand Staircase, White Drawing Room, Throne Room, and Blue Drawing Room.

27. The Great Wall of China

See one of the wonders of the world with this amazing, thousands-year-old fortification system known the world over. This virtual tour has four scenes available (you have to pay to get access to all 14). The bird’s-eye view of Mutianyu pass is a highlight.

28. Easter Island

Easter Island Moai Statues at Rano Raraku under sunny summer sky. Rano Raraku, Rapa Nui National Park, Hanga Roa, Easter Island, Chile.

Most of us recognize the giant stone statues of Easter Island, but what’s the story behind them? Nova’s online adventure “Secrets of Easter Island” delves into the mystery with a virtual tour.

29. Son Doong Cave

National Geographic lets you explore the world’s largest cave, located in Vietnam. Use the interactive map to enjoy the fully immersive experience (sound on!).

30. Ancient Egypt

You don’t need a time machine! Discovering Ancient Egypt has a ton of free resources, but it’s the interactive pyramid map and 3D temple reconstructions that really give it a field trip feel.

31. Back Through Time

Virtually visit Turn Back the Clock , a museum exhibit that ran for two years at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. Through compelling personal stories, innovative interactive media, and pop culture artifacts, the exhibit takes guests through seven decades of history—from the dawn of the nuclear age to significant policy questions our leaders face today.

Landscape on planet Mars, scenic desert scene on the red planet

No, really! You can absolutely “go” to the red planet. With Access Mars , you can see the actual surface of Mars, recorded by NASA’s Curiosity rover. Trust us—don’t skip the intro. And if your kids liked that, check out this 4K tour of the moon . These may go down in history as some of the best virtual field trips your students get to experience.

33. The Battleship New Jersey

Take a virtual tour of this historical battleship located on the Camden waterfront. This battleship has traveled more miles than any other!

34. The Vatican

No need to travel to Rome! Take in the amazing art and architecture located in the Vatican Museums with these 360-degree views.

35. Space Center Houston

Space Center Houston Virtual Tour

Download the app and climb aboard the virtual tram line! Take a virtual walk through the Space Center Houston with informational stops along the way.

36. The Louvre

Virtually visit museum rooms in the famous Louvre located in Paris. Even check out The Louvre kids’ site for student-friendly galleries and stories. You can’t visit The Louvre without seeing the Mona Lisa , so check out their immersive Mona Lisa experience available in the app store.

37. Ellis Island

Map of Ellis Island Virtual Field Trip

This interactive tour of Ellis Island lets students explore places like the Baggage Room and the Stairs of Separation through short stories, historical photographs, videos, and audio clips. Students can also hear the stories of real kids who recently immigrated to the United States, explore colorful charts and graphs with immigration data, and watch a 30-minute movie that includes a Q&A with National Park Service Rangers who explain what coming to America was like for many immigrants.

38. Plimoth Patuxet Museums

Desk with laptop featuring a Wampanoag Native American.

Travel back to the 17th century with options for free, on-demand, digital resources or a live, 1-hour virtual school program led by a Plimoth Patuxet Contemporary Indigenous Museum Educator. Students explore Wampanoag daily life and history; discover the real history of Thanksgiving and the legend behind it; meet a 17th-century Pilgrim; get an interactive sneak peak into 17th-century wardrobes; and learn about simple machines and water power at the Plimoth Grist Mill. There are also options for virtual hands-on history workshops, including Wampanoag Pottery and Write Like a Pilgrim.

39. Children’s Museum Houston

Children's Museum Houston museum educators giving a tour

When you can’t visit the museum in person, 3D virtual field trips to the Children’s Museum Houston are the next best thing. All videos are produced and curated by museum educators and feature hands-on activities that can be done in the classroom. Topics include nutrition, math, states of matter, forces and properties of water, and more.

40. Museum of the American Revolution

Beyond the Battlefield Virtual Field Trip featuring Laruen Tarshis, author of I Survived series

Beyond the Battle Field is a virtual field trip for grades 2-8 hosted by Lauren Tarshis, author of the I Survived historical-fiction series for kids. Students will meet a museum educator as well as the museum curator, and explore artifacts and documents from the American Revolution. Plus they’ll hear the stories of teens who served during the war. There’s also a Classroom Kit available with a vocabulary list and discussion questions by grade level.

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“I absolutely love this virtual field trip…My students had great connections and the parents were extremely impressed. We will be back for another round next year for sure!” — 6 th  Grade Teacher, Turlock, CA   “My students had an opportunity to interrogate sources and build on what they have learned while also introducing the next exploration.” —7 th  Grade Teacher, Jamestown, RI
“..the experience was visually stunning and highly engaging—the next best thing to being there in person!...The story of the Mesopotamians—however distant from our present here in western MA in time and place—is indeed  "the story of us."  Students felt that powerfully today as we examined artifacts carefully using visual thinking strategies and background knowledge we've been building in class. Thank you for your enthusiasm for teaching and inspiring young learners to think like historians and to be curious about the past and its connections to the present!" —6th Grade Teacher, North Adams, Massachusetts

Mesopotamian Monuments is a live virtual field trip for middle school students to investigate monuments from Sumer, Babylonia and Assyria exhibited at Harvard University. Guided by a museum educator using 3D technology, students observe and analyze sculptures from a classroom or their homes to understand the characteristics of these ancient river civilizations. The program introduces the Sumerian ruler Gudea, Hammurabi of Babylon and the Assyrian Kings Esharhaddon, Ashurnasirpal II and Shalmaneser III. Discussion includes stops at the monument of Hammurabis' code and a demonstration of cuneiform on clay. Free “Field Notebooks” available for download so that students may record details during the program and use for later reference. Free teacher resource with related links available for download. See the Virtual Field Trip Guide  for simple technology requirements. Educator Admission Educators are invited to visit the museum to develop an assignment for their students’ visits. Fee Reduction

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Best Virtual Field Trips

A s school budgets continue to shrink and classroom time is at a premium, virtual field trips have become a great opportunity for educators to help students experience places around the globe without getting on a bus, or even leaving their classroom.

Being able to see and experience a significant cultural institution, historic site, or natural landscape with the help of immersive technology, such as virtual or augmented reality, can help make lessons more engaging and exciting.

Here are the best virtual field trips for education, organized by art museums, history museums, civics-related sites, aquariums and nature sites, STEM-related experiences, and more!

Virtual Art Museum Tours

- Benaki Museum, Greece Showcasing the development of Greek culture, including more than 120,000 artworks from the Paleolithic Era to modern day. 

- British Museum, London Explore more than 4,000 years of art and historical objects from around the world.

- National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C Features more than 40,000 American works of art, including paintings, works on paper, and etchings. 

- Musee d’Orsay, Paris Displays art created between 1848 and 1914, including works by van Gogh, Renoir, Manet, Monet, and Degas

- National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul, Korea The representative museum of modern Korean visual art, plus architecture, design and crafts.

- Pergamon, Berlin, Germany Features sculpture, artifacts, and other items from ancient Greece. 

- Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, Netherlands Home to the largest collection of artworks by Vincent van Gogh in the world, including more than 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and 750 of the artist's letters.

- Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy A dynastic collection of ancient sculpture, artwork, and artifacts, established by the renowned Medici family.

- MASP, Sao Paolo, Brazil Brazil's first modern museum, displaying 8,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, objects, photographs, and costumes from a range of periods, encompassing Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. 

- National Museum of Anthropology, Mexico City, Mexico Devoted to the archaeology and history of Mexico’s pre-Hispanic civilizations.

- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston A comprehensive collection that ranges from prehistoric times to modern day, featuring world-renowned paintings by Rembrandt, Monet, Gauguin, and Cassatt, plus mummies, sculpture, ceramics, and masterpieces of African and Oceanic art.

- The Frick Collection, New York Distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.

- J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles Works of art dating from the eighth through the twenty-first century, including European paintings, drawings, sculpture, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts, and European, Asian, and American photographs.

- The Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois Thousands of artworks—from world-renowned icons (Picasso, Monet, Matisse, Hopper) to lesser-known gems from every corner of the globe—as well as books, writings, reference materials, and other resources.

- The Metropolitan Museum of Art A colossal collection of art, cultural objects, and historical artifacts from over 5,000 years of human history. 

- The Louvre Museum Packed with iconic works of art, from da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and other renowned artists.

Virtual History Museum Tours

- National Museum of the United States Air Force The oldest and largest military aviation museum in the world features dozens of vintage aircraft and hundreds of historical objects. 

- Smithsonian Museum of Natural History One of the largest repositories of natural history on the planet, featuring more than 145 million artifacts and specimens. 

- National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Home to an internationally renowned collection of Western art and artifacts, including paintings, sculpture, photographs, and historical objects. 

- The Prague Castle, Czechoslovakia Prague Castle is the largest coherent castle complex in the world, consisting of palaces and ecclesiastical buildings of various architectural styles, from the remains of Romanesque-style buildings from the 10th century through Gothic modifications of the 14th century. 

- The Colosseum, Rome One of the most iconic structures in world history.

- Machu Picchu, Peru Explore the 15th-century mountaintop citadel built by the Inca. 

- The Great Wall of China One of the wonders of the world, stretching more than 3,000 miles across multiple provinces of China

- The National WWII Museum’s Manhattan Project virtual field trip A cross-country virtual expedition to discover the science, sites, and stories involved with the creation of the atomic bomb.

- Discovering Ancient Egypt In addition to stories of the great kings and queens, learn about the ancient Egyptian gods and mummification, pyramids, and temples through interactive maps, photos, drawings, and paintings. 

- Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ Doomsday Clock Virtual Tour  Through personal stories, interactive media, and pop culture artifacts, explore seven decades of history, from the dawn of the nuclear age to the significant policy questions of today.

- U.S. Capitol Virtual Tour  Video tours of historic rooms and spaces, some of which are not open to the public, research resources, and teaching materials.

Civics Virtual Field Trips

- Virtual Field Trip to the Census Bureau A behind-the-scenes introduction to the U.S. Census Bureau, featuring exclusive interviews with subject matter experts.

- National Constitution Center Virtual Tour A virtual interactive multimedia tour of the National Constitution Center on Independence Mall in Philadelphia.

- Virtual field trip to Ellis Island Hear first-hand stories told by those who came through Ellis Island, see historical photographs and films, and read fascinating facts.

- The City of U.S. Virtual Field Trip A virtual field trip of Washington, D.C., hosted by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden.

- I Do Solemnly Swear: The U.S. Presidential Inauguration Featuring questions submitted by students and answered by experts, this virtual field trip travels to our nation's capital to explore the Presidential Inauguration, past and present.

Aquariums & Nature Parks Virtual Field Trips 

- National Aquarium Home to 20,000 animals covering 800 species, from the depths of the ocean to the canopy of the rain forest. 

- Georgia Aquarium Live webcam feeds for aquatic creatures, such as beluga whales, penguins, alligators, sea otters, and even underwater puffins.

- San Diego Zoo Live looks at koala, baboons, apes, tigers, platypuses, penguins, and more. 

- Five U.S. National Parks Explore Kenai Fjords in Alaska, volcanoes in Hawai'i, Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico, Bryce Canyon in Utah, and Dry Tortugas in Florida.

- Yellowstone National Park (live cams) Nine webcams—one live-streaming and eight static—provide views of around the North Entrance and Mammoth Hot Springs, Mount Washburn, the West Entrance, and the Upper Geyser Basin.

- Mystic Aquarium One of three U.S. facilities holding Steller sea lions, and it has the only beluga whales in New England. 

- Monterey Bay Aquarium (live cams) Ten live cams, including sharks, sea otters, jellyfish, and penguins.

- Son Doong Cave  The world's largest natural cave, located in Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park in Vietnam.

- PORTS (California Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students)  K-12 students can connect with live interpretive staff and learn academic content standards within the context of California’s dynamic State Park System. 

STEM Virtual Field Trips

- NASA at Home Virtual tours and apps from NASA, including tours of the Goddard Space Flight Center, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, International Space Station, and Hubble Space Telescope Mission Operations Center, plus excursions to Mars and the Moon.

- California Science Center Build your own virtual field trip for grades K-5 with NGSS-aligned content, in both English and Spanish.

- Carnegie Science Center Exhibit Explorations Students in grades 3-12 explore the science behind Carnegie Science Center's most popular exhibits, with an interactive focus on engineering/ robotics, animals, space/astronomy and the human body.

- Stanley Black & Decker Makerspace Students can see and experience first-hand how math, science, technology, creativity, and teamwork can lead to technological advancements.

- Slime in Space Take students 250 miles above Earth to the International Space Station to learn along with astronauts how slime reacts to microgravity compared to how water reacts. 

- Clark Planetarium Virtual Skywatch Free for schools, virtual versions of the live “Skywatch” planetarium dome presentations that directly correlate to 6th grade and 4th grade SEEd astronomy standards. 

- Alaska Volcano Observatory Alaska's active volcanoes offer superb opportunities for basic scientific investigations of volcanic processes.

- The Nature Conservancy’s Nature Lab virtual field trips Designed for grades 5-8 but customizable for all ages, each virtual field trip contains a video, teacher guide, and student activities.

- Great Lakes Now Virtual Field Trip  Learn more about the importance of coastal wetlands, the danger of algal blooms, and a deep dive into lake sturgeon. Designed for 6-8th grade.

- Access Mars Explore the real surface of Mars, as recorded by NASA's Curiosity rover.

- Easter Island The story of a team of archaeologists and a 75-person crew who sought to unravel how the hundreds of giant stone statues that dominate the island's coast were moved and erected.

- FarmFresh360 Learn about Canadian food and farming in 360º.

- Virtual Egg Farm Field Trips  Visit modern egg farms across the United States.

- Online agriculture education curriculum The American Royal Field Trip features a virtual tour of production agriculture; innovation and technology; and the food system. Lesson plans, activities, and short quizzes are also provided.

Miscellaneous Virtual Field Trips

- American Writers Museum new live Virtual Field Trips feature a guided exploration of AWM’s permanent exhibits or two online exhibits; staff-led interactive gameplay and pop quizzes about major literary works; and Writer Wednesdays, offering students a weekly opportunity to connect with a published author about the craft of writing.

- Kahn Academy Imagineering in a Box Go behind the scenes with Disney Imagineers and complete project-based exercises to design a theme park.

- Google Arts & Culture  Explore galleries, museums, and more.

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