Ancient Egyptians (Would You Rather?, Book 1)
#1 of 6 in Would You Rather? Series
What’s inside...
Embark on an exciting adventure into the world of ancient Egypt with this new 'Would You Rather' book. Packed with over 20 fun and thought-provoking questions, you will have to decide whether you would prefer to be a pharaoh or a pharaoh’s servant, mummify dead bodies or learn the Egyptian alphabet, and much more. Each situation offers fascinating and hilarious insights into Egyptian history, allowing you to rediscover famous figures like Tutankhamun and explore lesser-known aspects of this intriguing civilization.
Discussion points
If you could choose, would you rather be a pharaoh or a farmer in ancient Egypt? Why?
What do you think was the most interesting job to have in ancient Egyptian times?
How do you think people communicated and kept records without modern technology?
What would you do if you had to solve a problem without any of the tools we have today?
Which invention from ancient Egypt do you think is the most important for us today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine living in ancient Egypt by asking them to describe a day in their life there.
Connect the historical content to your child's experiences by discussing similarities and differences with today's world.
Facilitate creative thinking by asking your child to invent a new tool or method that could have helped ancient Egyptians.
Promote critical thinking by discussing how decisions made by individuals in history still impact us today.
Encourage empathy by discussing how different life would have been for various people in ancient Egypt, from pharaohs to farmers.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Making choices
Explanation: Throughout the book, children are presented with various scenarios asking them to choose between different ancient Egyptian situations.
Real-World Application: Children can apply decision-making skills in their daily activities, learning to weigh options and make choices confidently.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Each choice in the book leads to different outcomes, illustrating how decisions can lead to various consequences.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think ahead about the possible outcomes of their actions in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Cultural awareness
Explanation: The book exposes children to ancient Egyptian culture through its scenarios, enhancing their understanding of a different historical context.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect cultural differences, which is vital in our diverse global society.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: By analyzing each scenario to make a decision, children engage in critical thinking and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: These skills help children navigate challenges they face in school and social settings.