Third-graders became archaeologists and dug up ancient artifacts during a recent field trip to the Biblical History Center in LaGrange. This trip supported both the third-grade history and Bible curriculum.
Students first toured the Holy Land museum, where they viewed oil lamps, murex shells (from which purple dye is made), Roman coins, and a centurion’s helmet. They then visited a typical goats hair tent, sheepfold, catacomb, and house replica from Bible times.
The trip ended with an archaeological dig, where students discovered slag from a copper mine, turquoise, Egyptian figurines, and pottery shards. The group loved their guides, Miss Morgan and Mr. JC, who explained what could be learned about the people living in biblical times by studying these artifacts.
Students first toured the Holy Land museum, where they viewed oil lamps, murex shells (from which purple dye is made), Roman coins, and a centurion’s helmet. They then visited a typical goats hair tent, sheepfold, catacomb, and house replica from Bible times.
The trip ended with an archaeological dig, where students discovered slag from a copper mine, turquoise, Egyptian figurines, and pottery shards. The group loved their guides, Miss Morgan and Mr. JC, who explained what could be learned about the people living in biblical times by studying these artifacts.