Archaeological Adventure
ThinkQuest project explains what archaeology is and its methods and techniques. Examples of significant discoveries including Troy, Shiqmim, the Egyptian Pyramids. Glossary.
ThinkQuest : Archaeology Adventure
Go on a guided tour of our past, present, and future.
ThinkQuest: Raiders of the Lost Art
High school students present the study of archaeology and the study of four civilizations - ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, ancient China, and the American West of the eighteenth century.
ThinkQuest: The Dig: Adventures in Archaeology
Looks at what archaeology is, how they do it, and some famous sites.
Five Points
Tells how archaeologists and historians rediscovered a famous nineteenth-century New York neighborhood. Also answers questions such as "What do artifacts tell us about everyday life?"
Mummy Bear
Trace Mummy Bear's history to learn about the process of mummification.
Kids Dig Reed
Includes a virtual tour of the dig, gallery of artifacts, games and puzzles, and a talking cow.
Archaeology For Kids On-line
Like mud pies? Ever eaten dirt? Think learning about the past is cool? Maybe you have the makings of an archaeologist.
Dig
An online version of the children's magazine on archaeology from the publishers of Archaeology Magazine. Quizzes, fun facts, and contests.
Voyage into Archaeology
Provides a look at what archaeology is, interactive adventures, a glossary of terms, and expert answers to common questions.
North Ferriby Bronze Age Boats
Information on the three bronze age boats found by the River Humber at North Ferriby
Archaeology at the Dawn of History: The Khirbet Iskander Collection
Introduces students to the world of archaeology through a virtual visit to Jordan's Khirbet Iskander dig site.
Archaeology at Colonial Williamsburg
Simple look at what archaeology is and how it enhances the study of history. Includes games and projects kids can do at home.
Archaeological Sites
Click on region of the world for list of major archaeological sites with descriptions of each.
Mysterious Places
Mali, Easter Island, Stonehenge, Chichen Itza, and other ancient civiliations and sacred sites.
NOVA Online: Lost City of Arabia
Join a team of archaeologists as they search for Ubar, the lost city of Arabia, and see how they apply the technology of remote sensing to "see" the site without actually excavating it.
Pecos Rio Grande Museum of Early Man
Looks at the history of humans in West Texas from archaeological finds.
You Wouldn't Want to be an Egyptian Mummy
Web book with interactive graphics outlines the steps involved in making an Egyptian Mummy.
About Archaeology
Explains what archaeologists do and definitely don't do. From the Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology.
Is the Past in Your Future?
Explores careers in archaeology. Examines the training that is needed, the types of work available, and the rewards of preserving the past.
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