Teaching Kids History and Mythology with Crafts
One of the oldest Egyptian goddesses, Sekhmet’s (also sometimes spelled Sakmet) origins go back beyond the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt around 3000 BC. Part woman and part lioness, her name is thought to mean “She who is powerful”. The name comes from sekhem which translates as “powerful” or “mighty.” According to myth, this […]
Let’s dive into the exciting world of ancient Egyptian mythology to learn about Sobek, the mighty crocodile god and explore the land of the Nile River. Who was Sobek? Among the gods of Egyptian mythology, Sobek stands out as a unique and powerful figure. He is often depicted with the head of a crocodile and […]
Cleopatra’s Snake — An easy bead craft Cleopatra could be considered one of the most famous Egyptian pharaohs. But guess what? She was not ethnically Egyptian. Cleopatra was actually Greek! She was a descendant of Ptolemy, who was one of Alexander the Great’s main military advisors. When Alexander the Great died, his empire was divided […]