I Dig It Egyptian Artifacts

I Dig It! Treasure: Egyptian Artifacts introduces young learners to ancient Egyptian history through a hands-on archaeology activity. Use a hammer and chisel to excavate an Egyptian-inspired burial site, examine carved symbols, and use a hieroglyphic alphabet to interpret the clues. Along the way, learn about the pharaohs, canopic jars, sarcophagi, and the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification.

Why You’ll Love This

• Use a hammer and chisel to carefully excavate an Egyptian-inspired archaeological site
• Learn to recognize and interpret symbols using a hieroglyphic alphabet
• Examine replicas representing objects associated with ancient Egyptian burial practices
• Explore the history of the pharaohs and learn about mummification
• Combines hands-on excavation, observation, decoding, and historical investigation

Investigate the clues, interpret the symbols, and learn how archaeology can help us understand the ancient past.