History
Ancient Egypt
Procedural
7–9 yrs
Mummification Step by Step
木乃伊制作步骤
Description
Describe the step-by-step process of mummification: the body was washed, internal organs were removed and placed in canopic jars, the body was dried with natron salt for 40 days, then wrapped in linen bandages with amulets tucked between the layers, and finally placed in a decorated coffin (sarcophagus)
Mastery Evidence
- List the main steps of mummification in the correct order
- Explain the purpose of canopic jars and what was stored in them
- Describe why mummification was performed (to preserve the body for the afterlife)
Assessment Prompt
If your child is asked how the ancient Egyptians made a mummy, can they describe the main steps — like removing organs, drying the body, and wrapping it in bandages?
