Africa/Egypt
Dinner conversations
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Β· If you could be an artist in ancient Egypt, what type of artwork would you create on the walls of a pyramid or temple?
Β· Imagine you could choose a famous ancient Egyptian artifact to have in your own room. Which one would you pick, and where would you display it?
Β· What if you could design your own hieroglyphic message for an ancient Egyptian tomb? What would it say, and what symbols would you use?
Β· Suppose you were an ancient Egyptian artist, and you had the opportunity to decorate a royal sarcophagus. What would you paint or carve on it?
Β· What if you could have a conversation with a Pharaoh from ancient Egypt? What questions would you ask them about their kingdom and the art of their time?
Β· Imagine you could go on an adventure to discover hidden Egyptian tombs. What treasures and artworks would you hope to find inside?
Β· What if you could be an archaeologist in ancient Egypt and uncover a new, undiscovered artifact? What would you hope to find, and what would it teach us about the past?
Β· Suppose you could travel back in time to witness the construction of the Great Pyramid. What role would you play in its construction?
Β· What if you could design your own ancient Egyptian jewelry, like a necklace or a bracelet? What symbols or gemstones would you use in your design?
Β· Imagine you could explore a secret passage inside a pyramid. What ancient Egyptian mysteries or artifacts would you expect to find?
Β· What if you could be a guardian of an ancient Egyptian temple? What duties would you have, and how would you protect the temple's precious artworks?
Β· Suppose you could have a pet animal from ancient Egypt as a companion. What animal would it be, and how would it be connected to ancient Egyptian art?
Β· What if you could bring an ancient Egyptian wall painting to life for a day? Which painting would you choose, and what adventures would you go on together?
Β· Imagine you could create your own mummy with personalized hieroglyphic wrappings. What symbols or designs would you use, and what would they represent?
Β· What if you could organize an ancient Egyptian art exhibition for your friends and family? Which artifacts and artworks would you display, and what stories would you tell about them?
Β· Suppose you could be an apprentice to a master pyramid builder. What skills and knowledge would you hope to learn from your teacher?
Β· What if you could have a magical ancient Egyptian artifact that could do something special? What would it do, and how would you use it to explore the past?
Β· Imagine you could have a conversation with an ancient Egyptian artist. What techniques and secrets would they share about their craft?
Β· What if you could visit the marketplace in ancient Egypt and choose an artwork to take home with you? Which piece of art would you select, and why?
Β· Suppose you could create a mural on the walls of an ancient Egyptian temple. What would your mural depict, and what stories or messages would it convey to future generations?
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Book recommendations
"Ancient Egypt: Tales of Gods and Pharaohs" by Marcia Williams
Through lively illustrations and humorous storytelling, this book introduces children to the myths, legends, and history of ancient Egypt, including its art and architecture.
"Africa Is Not A Country" by Margy Burns Knight and illustrated by Anne Sibley O'Brien
Through colorful illustrations and lyrical text, this book celebrates the diversity of African cultures and traditions, including their rich artistic heritage.
"Africa Counts: Number and Pattern in African Culture" by Claudia Zaslavsky and illustrated by Beatriz Vidal
This book explores the mathematical concepts found in African art and culture, with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that introduce children to the beauty and diversity of African artistic traditions.
"The Great Pyramid" by Elizabeth Mann and illustrated by Laura Lo Turco
In this captivating book, readers learn about the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza and the art and architecture of ancient Egypt through detailed illustrations and informative text.
"The Art of Ancient Egypt" by Shirley Glubok
This illustrated book provides an introduction to the art and culture of ancient Egypt, with detailed explanations of famous artworks and artifacts, accompanied by vibrant illustrations.