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The Egyptian Empire
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Absolutely everyone is involved as we go back in time to make mummies and build pyramids
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    The Egyptian Empire
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  2. The British Empire
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    Y is for Young Adult
  8. Draw along
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    Draw along
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  10. Reading from The Crossover
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    Reading from The Crossover
  11. Wordplay
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