Ep 6. Mummies Made in Egypt

LeVar Burton is back again to take the young viewers on an exciting journey through the pages of a book. In this episode of Reading Rainbow, Vol. 1 season 4 episode 6, named 'Mummies Made in Egypt,' LeVar introduces the viewers to the ancient art of mummification.

The episode begins with the fascinating history of Egypt and how the pharaohs were the most powerful people of their time. The pharaohs believed that they would continue to rule even after death and hence embarked on an elaborate process of mummification to preserve their bodies.

LeVar then takes the viewers on an exciting tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, where they get to see some of the most exquisite examples of Egyptian art. The museum has a vast collection of authentic Egyptian artifacts and mummies that provide a glimpse into the ancient art of mummification.

The viewers get to see how the ancient Egyptians extracted the internal organs of the dead body and preserved them in canopic jars. They also learn about the process of wrapping the body in linen and the use of various amulets for protection. The viewers are fascinated to learn that mummies were not only the pharaohs but also ordinary people and even animals.

LeVar then introduces the viewers to the book 'Mummies Made in Egypt' by Aliki, which provides an in-depth look at mummification. The book tells the story of two children who go on a journey to Egypt and learn about the art of mummification. The book has beautiful illustrations that bring the story to life and make it an enjoyable read for the young viewers.

LeVar then visits a science museum, where he meets an expert in the field of mummification who shows him how embalming is done. The expert explains that the process of embalming is very similar to that used by the ancient Egyptians and shows LeVar how it is done on a small animal.

The episode ends with LeVar encouraging the viewers to read the book 'Mummies Made in Egypt' and explore the fascinating world of ancient Egypt. He also emphasizes the importance of preserving our history and culture through books and other artifacts.

In conclusion, 'Mummies Made in Egypt' is an excellent episode that educates the young viewers about the ancient art of mummification. The episode provides an exciting glimpse into the history and culture of ancient Egypt and encourages children to explore and learn more about our past.