In this History video, the children are introduced to ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife and the careful process of mummification. The video explains how the Egyptians believed that the soul needed a preserved body to reunite with after death, leading to a 70-day embalming process usually reserved for pharaohs and the wealthy.

The children are guided through a practical activity that models mummification by preserving a tomato with a salt mixture to represent natron. It shows them how to prepare, clean, fill and wrap their tomato ‘mummy’ while learning about canopic jars, protective amulets and the role of the sarcophagus in Egyptian burial traditions. This activity deepens understanding through meaningful, hands-on exploration.

As part of Kapow Primary’s ancient Egypt series, this resource introduces pupils to the ancient Egyptian belief in the afterlife and the fascinating process of mummification.

See more of our Year 3 History scheme of work.

• History, Year 3, *New* What was important to ancient Egyptians? Lesson 5: What did people in Ancient Egypt believe happened after death?
• History, Year 3, *New* What was important to ancient Egyptians?
• History, Year 3/4 (B), *New* What was important to ancient Egyptians? Lesson 5: What did people in Ancient Egypt believe happened after death?
• History, Year 3/4 (B), *New* What was important to ancient Egyptians?