Students will learn about Fort Frederica using historical information and archeological finds, using virtual 3D models of artifacts. At the end of the lesson, students will have a greater understanding of three concepts: 1) the history of Fort Frederica 2) the types of evidence archeologists use including artifacts, features, and types of historical documents and 3) the ways archeological evidence revealed daily life at Fort Frederica in the past.
Recommended level: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
1. History of Fort Frederica
2. Types of Archeological Evidence
3. Archeology and Daily Life at Fort Frederica