Ancient Egypt existed from about 3100 BCE through 31 BCE in northern Africa. You probably already know about its pyramids! However, this civilization is important for more than just what it built.
Ancient Egyptians were ruled by a king or queen, called a pharaoh (FAIR-oh). Life centered around the Nile River, which provided water for drinking and growing crops. Ancient Egyptians had many accomplishments. They created a form of writing using pictures, called hieroglyphs (HI-row-gliffs). They also invented papyrus (puh-PIE-riss), a paper-like material upon which they could record their history. Through their records, scientists learned that ancient Egyptians were excellent doctors and farmers.
There is no question, though, that ancient Egypt is best known for its pyramids. Do you know why they were built? Let’s read on to find out!
