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Ancient Egypt
Bring the magic of ancient Egypt to live by visiting Touchstones Rochdale’s new exhibition.
The borough’s impressive collection inspires the following opportunities to ignite your students’ curiosity.
Resources for Teachers
SELF-GUIDED VISITSAll self-guided visits are free but must be booked in advance. Receive a free exhibition resource pack to help you get the most from your visit which features a brand new activity trail.
Ancient Egyptian Exhibition Trail Pick up your archaeologist’s backpack, dress in authentic costume, write your name using hieroglyphs and discover what life was really like in ancient Egypt. Be amazed at the wonders of the collection which include 4000 year old artefacts!
Ancient Egypt : Me and My Mummy!
Cost: £65 (1hr 30mins)Dates: Workshops available throughout the year
Time: 10am - 11.30am & 1pm - 2.30pm
Life along the River Nile27 May 2017 - 21 April 2018
KS2KS1
Explore the achievements of one of the earliest civilisations with our costumed facilitator. Learn how and why
the ancient Egyptians practised mummification and how amulets protected the body from evil spirits. Examine accurate replica
artefacts, ‘mummify’ a willing participant and make a mini mummy to take back to school.
Book now: 01706 924931 or email [email protected]
KS2
www.link4life.org/touchstones The Esplanade,
Rochdale, OL16 1AQ
01706 924492
Link4Life is the trading name of Rochdale Boroughwide Cultural Trust. Registered Charity No: 1118610
Tuesday - Saturday10am - 5pm
Admission Free
TWILIGHT CPD SESSION FOR KS2 TEACHERS EARLIEST CIVILISATIONS
Ancient Egypt : Daily Life along the River NileThursday 5 October 2017 (4.00pm - 5.30pm)
Discover the role the River Nile had in allowing the ancient Egyptian civilisation to flourish and examine daily life, comparing it to our own. This fun and interactive CPD has been inspired by the ancient Egyptian artefacts on display in the Ancient Egypt: Life along the River Nile exhibition. This session includes the opportunity to listen to and question real experts, to network with teachers from other schools in the borough and to also sample Egyptian themed refreshments too!
Our very popular Loan Box Service is free to borrowers within the Rochdale Borough. Book now: 01706 924931 or email [email protected]
ANCIENT EGYPTIANS LOAN BOXES (Boxes 1, 2, 3, 4)
Help your students gain an in-depth knowledge of ancient Egyptian life by examining and handling real and replica objects. Content includes; canopic jars, amulets, jewellery, books and DVD.
FREECDP
FREE
Meet experts: • Sarah Hodgkinson, Museum Curator
and Collections Manager, will provide an introduction to the exhibition.
• Egyptologist Dr. Victoria Entwistle will give a lively talk exploring themes from the exhibition.
• Work with freelance artist Alison Cooper and try out some hands-on ancient Egyptian inspired cross-curricular activities to make and take back to the classroom.
National Curriculum links: • KS2 History: study the achievements of
the earliest civilisations and an in depth study of Ancient Egypt.
• KS2 Design & Technology: select from and use a wide range of materials.
This CPD opportunity is free to schools that subscribe to the REAL Trust.
HOW TO BOOKOnline: www.realtrust.org.uk Call: 01706 926 708 Email: [email protected]
