funeral rites and ceremonies

Discusses funeral rites practiced in the past in different parts of the world and how through archaeologists we have come to know about them.

Discusses the design, purpose, and excavation of the pyramids of ancient Egypt, the Egyptians' beliefs about death, how mummies were made, and some legends about the pyramids.

Explains different customs of dealing with death and remembering the dead, such as funerals, burials, cremation, mourning, wills, and memorials.

Seven-year-old Suzie is curious and fearful about what Grandma's funeral will be like.