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History from Things History from Things is a loan-kit program for 4th-8th grade classrooms developed through the collaborative efforts of archaeologists and educators. Designed to be compatible with education theories about how students engage with the past, the program encourages students to construct their own meaningful interpretations based on archaeological evidence, inquiry activities, and simulations. Six kits include replica artifacts, lesson plans, and activities pertaining to daily life in North Carolina from Paleoindian through modern times. These materials help students understand how human lifestyles changed over time, the relationship between lifestyles and environments, and how archaeology contributes to interpretations of the past. Teachers who wish to use History from Things kits in the classroom are strongly encouraged to participate in one or more of the workshops offered through the RLA. A schedule of these workshops, and other information relevant to the program, are provided in the links below.
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