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What's the Big Idea About Archeology

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The American Museum of Natural History offers a website sure to engage young anthropologists. Learners can dig into a site that offers an explanation of the field of archaeology, the kinds of questions archaeologists ask that launch their quests, and the approaches and tools they use.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Click the Menu tab to see other resources available from the American Museum of Natural History, including games, stories, hands-on activities, and videos
  • Ask students to share one fact they learned and one concept they want to know more about
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a computer with internet access
Pros
  • The site is easy to navigate, text and images are engaging
  • A great site for those practicing distance learning
Cons
  • None