Grade 5 Unit 6 The Wonder of Ancient Egypt
Step back in time and uncover the wonders of Ancient Egypt with our captivating unit! This immersive experience will transport your child to the realm of grandeur, architectural feats, royalty, and riches, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into the daily life of this ancient civilization.
Throughout the unit, your child will discover the profound influence of the Nile River on the lives of the ancient Egyptians, gaining a deep appreciation for its natural resources and the invaluable gifts it provided. Engaging with the myths, language, arts, and science of this fascinating culture, your child will embark on an educational journey unlike any other.
From writing a captivating first-person narrative to exploring the mathematical concepts of area and perimeter in the context of ancient Egyptian architecture, your child will be immersed in a holistic learning experience that integrates language arts, math, social studies, and science. Additionally, the unit offers a unique opportunity for an independent project, allowing your child to unleash their creativity through a written story, an artistic project, and an oral presentation.
Delve into the world of the ancient Egyptians and witness the ingenuity of their simple machines, such as the ramp and the lever, which revolutionized construction processes. Uncover the significance of natural resources in shaping the economy and identity of different regions, drawing parallels to the ancient Egyptians' mining of precious and semi-precious stones for trading, building, and status.
Enrich your child's educational journey with The Wonder of Ancient Egypt unit, where history comes to life and the marvels of this ancient civilization await exploration!
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of Ancient Egypt
Learning Standards
Language Arts
Concept: Texts can be understood from different perspectives.
Connection: Your child will write a first-person narrative, hear stories from ancient Egypt, and give an oral presentation.
Math
Concept: Closed shapes have area and perimeter that can be described, measured, and compared.
Connection: Your child will revisit area and perimeter.
Social Studies
Concept: Natural resources continue to shape the economy and identity of different regions.
Connection: Ancient Egyptians mined gold, silver, granite, limestone, as well as many precious and semi-precious stones. These items were important for trading, building and status.
Science
Concept: Machines are devices that transfer force and energy.
Connection: Your child will explore the work of the Egyptians who invented and used many simple machines, such as the ramp and the lever, to aid construction processes.