08 Jun Decoding the Past: Ancient Egyptian Symbols and Innovations
Last week, our students stepped back in time to explore the wonders of Ancient Egyptian innovation during our Ancient Egypt Invention Science Day. This hands-on event was a celebration of ancient ingenuity and offered students a chance to engage in a variety of experiential activities that brought history and science together in creative and meaningful ways.
Students were immersed in the technologies of the past, trying their hands at making paper, weaving baskets, telling the time with a sundial—all essential tools in the daily life of ancient Egyptians. They even conducted a fascinating experiment comparing the effort of dragging bricks over dry vs. wet sand, recreating a technique believed to have been used in pyramid construction.
One highlight of the day was the comparison between ancient Egyptian papyri and the descriptions in Sefer Shemot (Book of Exodus), allowing students to make meaningful connections between Torah learning and historical evidence. They also explored the pros and cons of writing on copper versus clay, engaging in thoughtful evaluation of ancient communication methods.
A true standout moment came during a session with a forensic Egyptologist, who captivated the students with insights into the science of mummification and ancient burial practices. Through artefacts, replicas, and expert explanation, students gained a deeper understanding of how science helps decode the past.
