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### **Discover** - The land of the Nile Valley is called the Gift of Nile - The importance of the Nile Valley is shown by its name - The Nile is the longest river in the world ### **Think point** - We are studying ancient Egypt and how important agriculture was. - People in the Nile Valley have a...

### **Discover** - The land of the Nile Valley is called the Gift of Nile - The importance of the Nile Valley is shown by its name - The Nile is the longest river in the world ### **Think point** - We are studying ancient Egypt and how important agriculture was. - People in the Nile Valley have a land rich with resources, that requires a skilled work force and methods - The life of people and their daily activities were associated with the Nile river - The Nile river is a powerful force that helped to create food and resources - The Nile is a huge part of their life, that's how they managed to survive in the desert ### **What they did** - The ancient Egyptians were amazing. - They learned to control flooding and grow crops in spite of a little rainfall. - The Nile River helped farmers grow crops - The ancient Egyptians invented canals, irrigation systems and built huge reservoirs - The Egyptians used these systems to store water and irrigate their crops - The Egyptians were also good at making tools that helped them farm and build. - They used their knowledge to develop a form of farming that is still used today. - Egyptians used hoes, oxen, and plows to cultivate their soil - They used their knowledge to develop a form of farming that is still used today. - They were skilled builders and architects. - They built many cities and temples, as well as pyramids for their kings. - The Egyptians lived in houses made of mud-brick, and they kept their food in clay jars. - The ancient Egyptians believed in many gods, and they built temples to their gods. - They performed rituals to honor their gods and ask for their blessing - The Egyptian people also made their own clothes, which are described as beautiful and elegant - They were also good at trading. - They traded with other civilizations, and they learned from them. - Egyptians used the Nile River to transport goods. - They used the Nile River to transport goods - Egyptians were skilled craftspeople and artisans. - They created beautiful furniture and jewelry. - Many of their artworks are still on display today. - The ancient Egyptians left behind a rich legacy of culture and knowledge, in architecture, art, writing, and religion. - They have left behind a legacy of culture, and their culture influenced the world around them for thousands of years.