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American Museum of Natural History

What's the Big Idea About Archeology

For Students 4th - 8th
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...
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Fossils

For Students 6th - 12th
Sixteen slides showcase an average day on the job for a paleontologist, Ross MacPhee. Engaging images include world maps and real-world photographs from an archeological dig in Antarctica. A brief description accompanies each slide.
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The Texas Archeological Society

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A superb resource for teachers of social and natural sciences, as well as for parents and youth. Links take you to educational sites that explain the "acheological process and discovery," to lesson plans on fitting archeology into the...
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Indians of Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed view of the Native peoples who inhabited Arkansas, both pre- and post-European contact with history, archaeology, and culture addressed. The navigation menu on the left provides links to specific periods of time and to...
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Indians of Arkansas Indians in the Old South

For Students 9th - 10th
After the Louisiana Purchase, the status of the Native Americans changed from partners to a declining group whose presence conflicted with United States plans. Follow the events which changed and reshaped the lives of these Native peoples.
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Guadalajara and the Archeological Site of Iztepete

For Students 9th - 10th
The article contains the background on the archeological site of Iztepete.
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University of Arkansas: Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park

For Students 9th - 10th
With the discovery of Toltec mounds just outside of Little Rock, a new archaeological state park was born. History of the people of the period, how they lived, traded, and traveled is included on the web site.
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Exploring the Past: An Archeological Journey

For Students 9th - 10th
Through an overview of past archeological expeditions, the author recounts the "Land Bridge" theory and delves into the life of the first inhabitants of North America.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Indians Before Europeans

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the pre-European lives of the indigenous tribes of Arkansas. The time period covered extends from the Ice Age to the arrival of Spaniard De Soto.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: First Encounters Native Tribes and Spaniards

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of early contacts and effects between the Native Americans of Arkansas and the Spaniards led by De Soto.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Caddo Indians of Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the Quapaw tribe of Arkansas including their daily life, beliefs, social organization.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Chickasaw Indians of Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a brief history of the Chickasaw Tribe before and after contact with Europeans. It also offers brief histories of first the contact of other tribes with Europeans.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Natchez Indians of Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the Natchez Indians of Arkansas including their daily life, beliefs, economy, and social organization.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Quapaw Indians of Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the Quapaw Indians of Arkansas including their daily life, traditions, clothes, and social organization.
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Arkansas Archeological Survey: Tunica & Koroa Indians of Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the Tunica and Koroa tribes of Arkansas including their daily life, beliefs, social organization, and the effects of contact with Europeans.
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Miwok Archeological Preserve of Marin

For Students 9th - 10th
Looking for information on the Coast Miwok, look no further. The Miwok Archeological Preserve of Marin offers this resource.
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Pbs: Scientific American Frontiers: Unearthing Secret America

For Students 9th - 10th
The fun part of history is finding the clues that unlock the secrets of the past. This is the companion site to the TV show with Alan Alda that features archeological discoveries. Students will find interesting lessons from the past on...
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National Park Service: Archaeology for Interpreters

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Park Service provides a guide for new interpreters--that can also be readily understood by students--to learn archeological methods, how archeological interpretations are made, and how to encourage concern for the...
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National Park Service: Coso Rock Art

For Students 9th - 10th
One of America's most impressive petroglyphic and archeological complexes. The 20,000 images already documented surpass in number most other collections.
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National Park Service: Archeology Program: Kennewick Man

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Park Service has documented the findings on the Kennewick Man in this lengthy and detailed website. Also included is a Cultural Affiliation Report and Report on the DNA Testing Results.
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Canadian Museum of History: Gateway to Aboriginal Heritage: Amazing Objects

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Students learn the basics of archeology by examining Native artifacts and interpreting the objects. A downloadable lesson plan and student activity sheet are provided.
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National Park Service: Archeology at the Battle of the Little Bighorn

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Midwest Archaeological Center provides general information on the Battle of the Little Bighorn, with additional information derived from modern excavations at the battle site.
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National Park Service: Bandelier National Monument: Archeology

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this brief introduction to the Pueblo Culture, the Anasazi, as they lived prior to the coming of the Spanish in the 1500s. Find examples of their pottery and their cliff dwellings.
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Northern Arizona University: Glossary for Ancient China

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides terms and definitions of ancient Chinese mythological figures, archeological terms, and historical terms.

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