Ancient Egypt: A River Civilisation · c. 3,100 BC – 30 BC
The Gift of the Nile
Understanding how the geography of Egypt allowed a great civilisation to grow.
Key Questions
- 1Why was the River Nile so important to the Egyptians?
- 2How did the Egyptians use the desert to their advantage?
- 3What happened during the "Inundation" season?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS2: History - Ancient CivilisationsKS2: History - Ancient Egypt
Year: Year 3
Subject: History
Unit: Ancient Egypt: A River Civilisation
Period: c. 3,100 BC – 30 BC
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