Make an Egyptian bracelet

Learn about ancient Egypt and discover how to make a bracelet inspired by ancient Egyptian jewellery

This activity for kids will teach students how to make a bracelet inspired by ancient Egyptian jewellery. This activity will encourage students’ creativity and teach them historical facts about ancient Egypt. Resources and activity sheets are provided to help teachers support their students.

Activity info, teachers’ notes and curriculum links

In this activity learners will make an example of a bracelet inspired by ancient Egyptian jewellery from easily sourced materials. There are related activities that involve making an alternative form of bracelet and necklaces.

All activity sheets and supporting resources are free to download and are fully editable, so you can tailor them to your students’ and your schools’ needs.

And please do share your learning highlights and final creations with us on social media @IETeducation or send them via email to IETEducation@theiet.org to be featured in our online gallery.

Downloadable content

Make an Egyptian bracelet activity
Make an Egyptian bracelet presentation

Tools/resources required

Carboard tube
Paint & brush
Gold paint
Braid
String
Scissors
Items for decoration

The activity sheet includes teacher notes, guidance, useful web links, and links (where appropriate) to the national curriculum in each of the four devolved UK nations; England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.