Mummification in Ancient Egypt: Preparing for the Afterlife (Digital-Print)

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Description

Explore the intricate process and spiritual significance of mummification in Ancient Egypt with this no-prep worksheet activities lessons. Designed for middle and high school students, this resource covers the key steps involved in preserving the body for the afterlife, including organ removal, drying with natron, and the "Opening of the Mouth" ceremony. Students will learn how mummification was deeply connected to Egyptian beliefs in immortality and the soul's journey through the afterlife. Perfect for history teachers looking for an engaging, standards-aligned lesson on Ancient Egyptian burial practices.

What’s Included:

Editable Slide Deck: Mummification in Ancient Egypt (4 slides)
Digital and Print Student worksheets: Focusing on the steps of mummification and their spiritual significance
Lesson plan: With class discussions, worksheet activities, and an interactive project
Optional extension activity: Students create Canopic jars or design their own sarcophagus

Skills Developed Through This Activity:

Understanding the cultural and religious significance of mummification in Ancient Egypt
Historical analysis of burial practices and their role in Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife
Hands-on learning through creative activities such as designing Canopic jars

How to Use the Activity:

Use the slide deck to introduce the steps of mummification, from body washing and organ removal to wrapping and burial in a sarcophagus.
Guide students through a worksheet that helps them sequence the steps of mummification and understand the role of each.
Facilitate a class discussion on why mummification was so crucial for the soul’s journey to the afterlife.
Extend learning with an optional hands-on project where students design Canopic jars or sarcophagi to represent the protection of the organs.