Websites

Here you will find a list of very good websites to assist you with your research. These are not the only websites available, however some of you may find that these will be enough for you to complete your assignment.

While you read through these websites, make sure that you have your comparison chart  with you so that you can take notes as you go. Remember that note-taking is an important skill when we do any kind of research. It is from this comparison chart  that you will be required to write your essay in your own words.

**ONLINE RESOURCES - WEBSITES **

The British Museum provides detailed information about the Ancient Egyptians. There are links along the left hand side which direct you to the various parts of the website. In particular, click on the Egyptian Life link and follow the story link, found at the bottom of the page. This link will direct you to a comparison between a noblemen and a farmer. How does the author make the reader feel like they would rather be a nobleman than a farmer? [|The British Museum - Ancient Egypt]

Many different accounts of daily life in Ancient Egypt are found here. Just under the heading “A Day in the Life”, you can find several tabs with names of various Ancient Egyptian occupations from Pharaoh to farmer. If this does not satisfy your hunger for information, click on the word ‘home’ on the top left hand corner. Click on ‘New Kingdom’ and then find the link titled ‘Egyptian Society’ on the menu bar on the right. [|Egypt's Golden Empire - A Day In The Life]

There is some good, very detailed information found in this website. Entertainment, family life and fashions are included. To find each section, scroll down until you find the sub-heading you require. Read all the information under your particular heading as there may be relevant information hidden in the paragraphs. Primary sources in the form of pictures are also a feature of this site. What are the benefits of primary sources when researching? [|Ancient Egypt - Entertainment, daily family life and fashions]

This site from the Liverpool Museum looks at the school and home life of a poor AncientEgyptian man. In simple language he tells what it is like for him to live and go to school. Click on the links which will give you more information. Ther is a quiz that is very worthwhile as you can learn more about these aspects of the Egyptian life while you have some fun. How well will you do? [|The Liverpool Museum - Ancient Egyptian Life]

Although there are no pictures on this resource, the content is clear and easy to follow. If you find reading difficult, you may find this resource helpful or at least, a good starting point. Topics include daily life, food, fashion, entertainment and housing. Scroll down to find the sub-heading related to your chosen topic. <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">[|Ancient Egyptian Life]

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">Ancinet Egyptian homes of the noblemen and not so wealthy are explored here. There are other links to extend your knowledge too. Very informative with a few pictures to help you visualise what it may have been like for the Ancient Egyptians. However, do you think these pictures are geniune Ancient Egyptian pictures? Why? Why not? Why might these pictures have been used? <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">[|Colour Me Egypt - Ancient Egyptian Homes]

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">The King Tut website provides great detail on the homes of the Ancient Egyptian people. If you are planning to compare more than just the homes, for example you are going to include a comparison of the furniture as well, then towards the bottom of this page you will find a link titled Ancient Egyptians which is also underlined. This will take you to the main menu where you can read other informaiotn which you may find helpful. <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">[|King Tut - Homes of Ancient Egypt]

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">Entertainment in Ancient Egypt is explored in some detail here. The information is easy to read too. However, you will have to read all the information to gain an understanding of the difference between the entertainment of the rich and poor. Remember that as you find information that is relevant to your topic, that you write it down or cut and paste it into your comparison chart. <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">[|Entertainment in Ancient Egypt]

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">This great site contains much infromation on the clothing of noblemen and women as well as the lower classes. Throughout the site there are words in blue. If clicked on, these words will take you to yet more information or further clarify terminology for you. If you do get caught up in some of the other interesting pages, go to the menu bar on the left hand side and click on 'Life in Ancient Egypt' to get back to the original site. <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 120%;">[|Fashion in Ancient Egypt]

**<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 140%;">SEARCH ENGINE **

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;"> If you really feel like you need more information on your chosen topic then -
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;">using the keywords from the 'home' page try doing a search
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;">use the Boolean operators of AND and OR to get better search results, such as - Ancient AND Egypt AND Fashion OR Clothing
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;">try using a phrase in quotation marks such as "Ancient Egyptian Sport"

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 150%;">BUT <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;"> - always apply the <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 150%;">CRAP <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;"> test to internet websites and information!! (There are posters in the library to help you remember that the CRAP test is all about evaluating internet resources - if you need help, ask your teacher or the teacher-librarian or library staff who are always there for you.)

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 130%;">You are now ready to SEARCH using Sputtr, a multi search engine which will search for information using several search engines. Click on the ancient magnifying glass to be taken to Sputtr and begin your search.