Archaeology
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Would you like to uncover lost pyramids or solve ancient mysteries? Archaeologists find out about the past by discovering artefacts left behind by our ancestors, examining what they have found and then recording their discoveries for the future. Our resources will help you to try archaeology for yourself.
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Family activity: Create your own dig!
Try out archaeology skills at home by creating your own mini excavation and seeing how your artefacts degrade over time.
Get colouring!
Colour in Eric the archaeologist and find his tools. A creative introduction to archaeology for younger historians.
Archaeology reading list
Great fiction and non-fiction titles for adults and kids to get you started with archaeology.
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Whether you have a minute to spare or a whole day, download these quick and easy starter activities and get hands on with history at home.
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Hands on History resources for teachers working with 7-11 year olds.
Order Dig! activity pack
If you work with groups of children and adults order our archaeology group pack.
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