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Lesson 5: Egyptian Religion and Myths

Fictional Books - posted from La Mesa, Cundinamarca

Kane Chronicles by Rick Ryordan are good books that have helped with understanding the Egyptians at a whole other level. A fun read and recommended!


Preview the weblinks - posted from Wallingford, CT

The stories of Egyptian mythology can often be racy in nature. I found them to be ok for my son, but some families with more sensitive children may want to preview the content prior to letting their children explore the recommended websites.


Change to Activity 4 - posted from Durham, NC

Due to a change in web resources, the activity page and answer key for Activity 4 has changed. You can download the revised activity page below.

Here is the revised answer key:

  1. The body was washed with water from the Nile River.
  2. The internal organs were removed.
  3. The intestines, lungs, liver and stomach were embalmed and placed in canopic jars.
  4. The body was covered in natron salt for about 40 days.
  5. The body was wrapped in linen with jewels and charms.
  6. The mummy was placed in its coffin.
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