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Box 9 A Saxon Dig

This box provides pupils with an opportunity to experience archaeology first hand by interpreting a selection of Saxon artefacts. Pupils can use the resources provided in the box to act as archaeologists and create a record of objects uncovered from a local Saxon excavation.

Saxon artefactsIdeal for use with Key Stage 2, years 3 and 4

Key learning objectives

  • History: To enable pupils to explore what life was like in Viking Britain by handling replica and real artefacts and by taking part in a class excavation.

Links with unit 6b of the QCA scheme of work: why have people invaded and settled in Britain in the past? An Anglo-Saxon Case Study.Saxon artefacts

  • Speaking and Listening: To encourage pupils to work effectively as a member of a group using speaking and listening skills.
  • Literacy: To explore life in Anglo-Saxon times through secondary sources.
  • Citizenship: To understand the differences between life in Anglo-Saxon Britain and life today through handling replica and real artefacts.

Saxon artefactsLinks to unit 5 of the QCA scheme of work: Living in a Diverse World

Box contents

  • Artefacts include a spindle whorl, brass buckle, needle, beads, brooches, bone comb, pottery fragments, and animal bones.
  • Resources include a time line, labels, rim chart for identifying pottery fragments, pictures and accompanying notes.
 
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Hiring the Talking Boxes

Boxes must be collected on Monday between 12 noon and 4.30pm, and returned on Friday before 4.30pm

To discuss your needs or to make a booking please telephone Alexandra Walker tel 01962 826725.

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