Egyptology

Hieroglyphs and the Rosetta Stone

Hieroglyphs are pictorial writing. For 1,400 years no one could read them. The Rosetta Stone unlocked them in 1822.

Giza Pyramid Construction

Discover Giza Pyramid Construction as a core part of Egyptology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.

What Is Egyptology?

Egyptology studies ancient Egyptian civilization — language, art, religion, government — through archaeology and texts.

Old, Middle, and New: Egypt's Three Great Kingdoms

Discover Old Middle New Kingdoms as a core part of Egyptology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.

Workforce and Logistics

Discover Workforce and Logistics as a core part of Egyptology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.

Rosetta Stone Breakthrough

Discover Rosetta Stone Breakthrough as a core part of Egyptology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.