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Peer reviewedBohan, Harry; Bohan, Susan – Arithmetic Teacher, 1993
Uses ancient Egyptian numeration system in a new setting to extend the concepts of base, place value, and correspondence. Discusses similarities and differences between the Egyptian and decimal systems. Students are asked to propose changes to make the Egyptian system easier. (LDR)
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematical Applications
Stark, Rebecca – 1987
The open-ended activities in this book are designed to extend the imagination and creativity of students and encourage students to examine their feelings and values about historic eras. Civilizations addressed include ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Mayan, Stonehenge, and Mesopotamia. The activities focus upon the cognitive and affective pupil…
Descriptors: Ancient History, Creative Thinking, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries
