This chapter concentrates on one of the most enduring images of ancient Egypt, the pyramids. Although this chapter provides information about various types of pyramids, it concentrates on the Great Pyramid of Khufu at Giza.

The home page introduces the topic of pyramids and features links to more information about the development and importance of pyramids in ancient Egypt.

The story outlines the stages involved in building a pyramid, from design to completion. Illustrations of each stage of this process help to explain aspects of design and construction. This section could be used to discuss different theories of how the pyramids were built, the labour involved in building a pyramid, and the spiritual and symbolic importance of pyramids.

The explore section features a clickable 3-D reconstruction of the Great Pyramid and its complex. Architectural features of the interior and exterior of the pyramid are clickable, and provide information about the structure as well as the beliefs behind its conception. This section could be used to discuss the spiritual and symbolic importance of pyramids, as well as the exploration of pyramids.

'How big is the Great Pyramid?' is an activity designed to convey the relative size of this structure, by comparing its height, weight and area to that of a double decker bus. Pupils are asked to estimate the height, weight and area of the Great Pyramid in terms of a double decker bus, after which they are presented with a relevant mathematical problem to solve.