The art of ancient Egypt and the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art come together in this comprehensive resource for educators, which includes summaries of ancient Egyptian history and art, maps, lesson plans and classroom activities, a bibliography, and a glossary. The descriptions of the works and other information are aimed at increasing knowledge and pleasure in viewing Egyptian art at the Metropolitan or other museums. The materials can be adapted for students of all ages, interests, and abilities, and can be used to enrich any curriculum.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's teacher-training programs and accompanying materials are made possible through a generous grant from Mr. and Mrs. Frederick P. Rose.
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A Summary of Ancient Egyptian History
The People of Egypt
Historical Outline
Northern Nile Valley (Map)
Southern Nile Valley (Map)
Egyptian Art
The Function of Art in Ancient Egypt: Major Themes
Form in Egyptian Art
Hieroglyphs and Egyptian Art
Artists and Materials
The Visual Materials
The Metropolitan Museum's Collection of Egyptian Art
Poster Descriptions
Slide Descriptions
Glossary
Sources
Bibliography for Teachers
Bibliography for Students
Videography
Suggested Web Sites with Information about Egyptian Art
Museums with Collections of Egyptian Art in North America
Activities
Classroom Activities
Lesson Plans
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