Archaeology in the Middle School Classroom

Sarah Mason
and Julia Berg

At the February 19 CCASM Meeting Julia Berg and Sarah Mason gave examples of how archaeological evidence could make the past tangible and meaningful for students in grades 6–8 (and possibly for us adults too).  Julia showed various lesson examples and hands-on activities that gave sixth graders an introduction to archaeology as well as providing additional information for their ancient civilizations classes.  Sarah showed how she used photos and artifacts from Montpelier to blend archaeology and history as eighth graders explored the causes and impacts of slavery in colonial times. 

Julia and Sarah talked about more ideas and projects than we can summarize in this blog posting.   We would recommend you hearing one of their talks in person.  

Julia Berg and Sarah Mason are middle school teachers and educational consultants (Digging Deeper Educational Consultants.) 

Once again this was a hybrid meeting with the speakers who live on the Eastern Shore presenting via Zoom but with most of the people attending in person.  Thanks to Jim for allowing us to use his Zoom account, and thanks to Peggy and Natalia for providing the hotspot.   

Almost ready for the meeting to start

Attendance: 12  (4 via Zoom)