Egyptians enjoyed life on Earth, even as they planned for the life of forever.
Noblemen and their wives lived in big, fancy houses. They liked to dress up and wear wigs. Women wore jewelry, perfume, and makeup, especially eye paints.
Most people wore linen clothes. Men wore loincloths or kilts. They also wore shirts, like our T-shirts. Women wore shawls and sheer ankle-length dresses.
Children did not wear any clothes. A child’s head was shaved so that only one side-lock of hair remained!
Most Egyptians worked for the government. They were paid with food, clothing, and housing.
Many people in ancient Egypt kept pets. Among the most popular ones were monkeys, cats, and dogs.
