Hieroglyphic Writing Workshop
Primary and Secondary (ESO)
From September to June, Monday to Friday.
Workshop activity.
Minimum group size for the activity: 20 students. Maximum group size: 30 students.
Two workshops can be held simultaneously.
Activity languages:
Catalan - Spanish - English
Price: €6.50 per student (accompanying adults free, up to a maximum of 3 per group).
Price for activity in English: €7.80 per student
Duration: 1 hour
Bookings can be made through the website or by emailing visites@museuegipci.com
What is the secret of hieroglyphic writing?
Why did hieroglyphs fall out of use? Who discovered them? How were they deciphered?
In this workshop, students will become true scribes of Ancient Egypt. Through observation of real and replica hieroglyphic texts, they will discover how this fascinating symbolic writing system worked. They will learn about the importance of the Rosetta Stone, Champollion’s role, and how a language lost for centuries was deciphered. Finally, they will put what they have learned into practice by writing their name in hieroglyphs on authentic papyrus, experiencing firsthand the art of writing as the ancient Egyptians did.
A creative, educational, and surprising activity that connects history, language, and scientific curiosity.
Informació curricular
Objectives
Understand the function and meaning of hieroglyphic writing in ancient Egypt.
Discover the historical process of its decipherment and the importance of the Rosetta Stone.
Appreciate writing and language as tools for communication, cultural transmission, and historical evidence.
Experience hieroglyphic writing practically and experimentally on papyrus.
Encourage interest in archaeology, history, and ancient civilizations.
Teaching Methodology and Educational Resources
Dynamic and participatory presentation with visual aids and materials.
Observation and handling of replicas and educational materials.
Practical writing activity on papyrus.
Guided questions and reflections on language, communication, and historical sources.
Competences (ESD)
Critical and historical thinking
Intercultural understanding
Respect for linguistic and cultural diversity
Appreciation of cultural, historical, and written heritage
Cooperative work and collective problem-solving
Key Competencies
Anticipation competence
Strategic competence
Collaboration competence
Systemic and critical thinking competence
Self-awareness competence
Problem-solving integrated competence
SDGs addressed
SDG 4: Quality Education (cultural and historical knowledge).
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities (preservation of heritage).
SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (respect for cultural diversity).
Areas of knowledge by level
Primary
Knowledge of the social and cultural environment
• Ancient civilizations
• Culture, beliefs and life in Ancient Egypt
• History and chronology (passage of time)
Education in values and citizenship
• Respect for other cultures and beliefs
• Diversity and cultural heritage
Art education
• Interpretation and observation of symbolic objects
• Expression through staging
Catalan/Spanish language
• Oral comprehension and communication
• Expression and participation in dialogue exchanges
Secondary
Social sciences, geography and history
• Ancient History: Egypt
• Culture, religion and society in ancient civilizations
• Historical sources and archaeology
Ethics and citizenship education
• Reflection on concepts such as death, the Afterlife and cultural diversity
• Intercultural dialogue
Visual and plastic arts education
• Interpretation and analysis of symbolic objects