Discuss with students the importance of the Nile. Remind them that without the Nile, there would have been no great civilization in Egypt with its mathematical and engineering skills, its art and written language. In groups of twos, have students research the importance of the Nile in ancient times as well as in modern day. Record the information in report form for a booklet. Create several maps of Egypt from the different eras labeling important features.
Partners are to compile their information and maps into booklet form.
Students gather information separately and then get together with their partner to compile all the information. Maps are done together. This activity allows students to do independent research on the Nile River Valley. They enjoyed seeing how Egypt changed over the different eras and how important life around the river was and still is today. Copyright 1999 Prince William County Public Schools.