1.HANDS ON ARCHAEOLOGY

In this two-session programme, pupils examine how archaeologists reconstruct the past through material evidence, exploring the use of technologies such as LiDAR and 3D scanning to investigate ancient landscapes and sites. Through structured analysis of artefacts, they develop skills in observation, interpretation and critical enquiry, learning how historical knowledge is built from physical traces.

KEY

Session 1.1 Carefully designed sessions led by academics experienced in bringing the latest research into the classroom. Available in person or online. 

Workshop 1.1 Hands-on workshops that engage pupils in experimental archaeology, designed to help them test hypotheses, explore processes, and evaluate evidence. Available only in person. 

1.2 - Unlocking Stories from Ancient Objects 

In this workshop, pupils become artefact detectives, working with real and replica finds. Taking on the role of archaeologists, they examine each object closely, making careful observations about its function, origin and manufacture. Pupils produce technical drawings, take detailed photographs and record their findings collaboratively. Using the evidence they gather, they then write an illustrated report for each artefact, interpreting what it is, how it was used and what it reveals about life in the past.

• Duration: 1 hour

• Price: £60

• Level: KS3

• Session requirements: a room with a projector for presentations and tables for the workshop.

• Delivery: This session can be delivered in school.