Books for Children about General Archaeology
Archaeologists Dig for Clues
From the “Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science” book Series, this book is a great introduction to archaeology for children ages 5-9.
Archaeology for Kids: Uncovering the Mysteries of Our Past
This book includes 25 activities to introduce children to the science of archaeology.
Eyewitness Books: Archeology
This popular series provides wonderful color images and introduces children to archaeology all over the world.
A Journey Through Time:
Excavating Life on Earth
Excavating Life on Earth
The journey begins at an archaeological excavation at Pompeii in 2001 and ends 4 million years ago. Each time period on each page has a flap that lifts open to expose information on key points in history, from the “first farmers” to the last Ice Age.
Right Here on This Spot
This is a story about discovering the past in your own backyard. Beautiful color illustrations- a great book to read to kids.
Shipwreck
This book takes children through the discovery of the underwater archaeological site of a shipwreck.
Undersea Treasures
With pop-outs and moveable parts, this wonderful colorful book introduces children to the world of underwater archaeology.