Ancient Egypt: A Complete Project-Based Learning Unit
9 Hands-On STEAM & Creative Projects | 130+ Pages of printable classroom resources
This is our full Ancient Egypt curriculum unit designed to run over a half-term or full term. Instead of disconnected lessons, this resource provides a structured, project-based journey through Ancient Egyptian life — combining history, creativity, design, and critical thinking in one cohesive programme.
WHY use this unit?
This unit helps pupils develop a deep understanding of Ancient Egypt through hands-on, meaningful projects rather than isolated worksheets. Pupils investigate real historical roles, solve problems, build models, create artwork, and reflect on their learning — making the topic engaging, memorable, and manageable to teach.
It is ideal for teachers who want structure, creativity, and strong scaffolding without planning an entire topic from scratch.
HOW does it work?
Each project follows the C.R.E.A.T.E. framework:
Curiosity – Engaging starters and enquiry tasks
Remember – Key knowledge and vocabulary
Experiment – Testing ideas and materials
Apply – Building, designing, or creating
Tell – Presenting and explaining choices
Evaluate – Reflecting and improving
The unit can be taught as:
- Individual mini-projects
- Weekly creative lessons
- Or a 4–6 week Ancient Egypt term project
Each pack is supported by a free accompanying YouTube lesson.
WHAT’s included?
This bundle contains 9 complete project packs:
Social Hierarchy – 3D Pyramid of Power
Daily Life – Creative Art Project
Mummification – Apple Mummification
Temples & Priests – Build an Ancient Egyptian Temple
Scribes & Hieroglyphics – Papyrus Writing & Decoding
Soldiers – Shield Design Challenge
Merchants & Traders – Straw Boat & Trade Challenge
Craftspeople – Clay Jewellery Project
Farmers – Build a Working Shaduf
✔ 130+ pages of printable classroom resources
✔ Planning, design, and evaluation scaffolding
✔ Hands-on build challenges
✔ Flexible implementation
✔ Minimal preparation required
Who is this for?
Upper Primary / KS2
Cross-curricular teaching (History, Art, Design & Technology)
Teachers looking for a complete, ready-made Ancient Egypt unit
Format
This is a digital download delivered as a ZIP file containing clearly organised project folders.
Introductory Bundle Price – Save Over 30%
This unit is currently available at a reduced introductory price.
