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Nothing is more mysterious, exciting and inviting to kids than going on a hunt for hidden treasures! This unique issue highlights the exploration that uncovered untold treasures in the tomb of the child pharaoh Tutankhamun. Eying objects found in the tomb requires budding archeologists to think critically to determine what these treasures tell about life in ancient Egypt. Introducing students to hieroglyphics and ciphering words captures imagination and intrigue. It’s time to grab your safari hat and flashlights as we descend into an ancient tomb and build on children’s natural curiosity to explore a portal to the past.
In this issue students will:
- read expository text about historical findings
- sequence information
- draw conclusions about life in ancient Egypt
- match content with context to demonstrate reading comprehension
- learn an ancient numbering system for counting using pictographs
- use the newspaper to “discover” similes
- explore creative writing to describe an adventure with a “real live” mummy
6 page PDF
