Kings and Queens of Gold

The Little Pharaoh: Tutankhamun

Can you imagine becoming a king when you are only nine years old? That is exactly what happened to King Tutankhamun! Even though he was just a kid, he became the most famous king of Egypt ever. This wasn't because he fought big wars, but because his tomb stayed hidden under the desert sand for thousands of years, completely safe from thieves. When scientists finally found it, it was packed with unbelievable treasures like war chariots, sparkling jewelry, and golden beds! Best of all was his famous golden mask, weighing over 10 kilograms of pure gold! This shiny mask made Tutankhamun the biggest star in museums all around the world.

If you became king for a day and had all of Tutankhamun's treasures, what is the first thing you would buy or build for your people?

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