Archeology for Kids

Reviewed by Diane Flynn Keith
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Resource:Archeology for Kids
Provider:National Park Service: Archeology for Kids
Summary:Age Range: 8-14 (approximately)
At this website, sponsored by the National Park Service, kids can learn all about the science of archeology. Many national parks maintain dig sites where researchers and scientists find clues to the stories of the past. This site includes information about archeologists and the fields in which they specialize
Description:When you get to the site you'll see a brief introduction and a menu below the big words "Archeology for Kids" that includes:

*Who Are Archeologists - Meet men and women who study fossil remains of humans, animals, marine life, and the geology of the earth through time.

*How Do They Work - Find out how archeologists explore various dig sites. Learn about surveys, measuring, excavation, dating, recording, artifacts, and more.

*The Archeology Lab - Learn what archeologists do in the lab including cataloging artifacts, preserving specimens, and more.

*Try it! - Enjoy three different fun activities to learn what archeologists do and how they sift for clues that help explain the
people and cultures of the past.

*Dig Deeper - Get information on what it takes to have a career as an archeologist.
Enjoy!
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C A T E G O R I E S
Orientation:General
Subjects:Archeology
Teaching Methods:Online Interactive
I N T E N D E D   F O R:
Ages:8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18
Grades:3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
F O R   M O R E   I N F O R M A T I O N
Web Site:http://www.nps.gov/archeology/PUBLIC/kids/index.htm