The Pyramids of Ancient Egypt: What Came Before and After Giza?
In this three-week course, we will learn about the many pyramids of ancient Egypt!
Josee Dimson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(57)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
When we think of Egypt, what immediately comes to mind are the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza. We also think of the pharaohs who built them and the hieroglyphs that adorn them. But what happened before these great pyramids were built? And what about after? In this class, we will discover, over a period of three weeks, how the concept of pyramids was created. Who was responsible for the idea? How did it all start? Did you know that there are about 125 pyramids along the Nile? We will explore earlier buildings such as mastabas and step pyramids, and how the early Egyptians buried their dead. Why did they mummify their kings? I teach in an open lecture style, where I go through engaging visuals, stories, ancient texts, and information. I also include the latest archaeological information and theories when possible. Students are asked open-ended questions throughout the lesson and are encouraged to ask questions of me at any time. The informal tone of the class invites the learners to participate as they feel comfortable. I use PowerPoint as a presentation tool. In this three-class format, we will look at: Topic 1: Natural mummification, the first funerary buildings (mastabas and step pyramids), changes in mummification practices, Pharaoh Sneferu and his three pyramids. Topic 2: The Giza pyramids and the Sphinx. We will look at how they were built and the mysteries surrounding these incredible structures. Topic 3: The Valley of the Kings. Why did they stop building pyramids? The classes will use plenty of slides to take our young learners through the background and history of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World!
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the development of the pyramids and look at several examples of early pyramids that shaped the concept of the great monuments at Giza. Other topics considered are mummification, hieroglyphs and wall paintings. Learners will be able to identify certain aspects of the culture by the end of classes
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will be looking at mummies and mummification in this course. Please make sure your learner is able to handle this material before enrolling. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Supply List
I always encourage the learners to draw as the look at the visuals. Please provide paper and pencils and a comfortable place to draw.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2022
4.9
57reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Queen's University, Ontario, Canada
I am a trained archaeologist, and I excavated at sites such as Mytilene and Kommos in Greece for many field seasons. I have travelled extensively through Europe, and I have taught Greek and Roman art, archaeology and mythology at Concordia University, Montréal. I held a position at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Canada, where I created and led tours for children on the topics of Greek, Roman and Egyptian archaeology, the Medieval period, dinosaurs and natural history. More recently, I have taught labs on water science and solar energy to Kindergarten and Grade 1 students through Scientists in School. Since July 2021, I have had the pleasure of teaching many archaeology and ancient civilizations classes on Outschool. Reviews
Live Group Class
$14
weekly or $41 for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
55 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
