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Archaeology Set – Dig Up a Surprise
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a real archaeologist or paleontologist and uncovering the secrets hidden beneath the ground? Now you can! The Dig Up a Surprise set is an educational adventure packed with excitement, letting you step into the role of an explorer and carry out your own excavations.
A Scientific Adventure at Home
Paleontological excavations are a fascinating journey into prehistory and Earth’s geological past. During your dig, you may come across biological remains and fossils of organisms that once inhabited our planet – from ancient plants to vertebrates. Each fossil you uncover is a witness to the evolution of life on Earth and a unique piece of our natural heritage.
Unlike cultural relics, paleontological fossils are not created by humans – they are gifts of nature from millions of years ago, providing scientists and enthusiasts alike with priceless knowledge about the history of life.
What Can You Discover?
Each excavation block hides a random fossil – a surprise revealed only during your dig. Possible discoveries include:
- a pteridophyte (fossilized fern),
- an anomalocaris,
- a trilobite,
- an archaeopteryx,
- a lycopterasinensis,
- a chrysanthemum stone,
- a cycad fossil,
- a dinosaur egg.
What will YOU uncover in your excavation?
What’s Inside the Set?
Everything a young archaeologist needs:
- a block with a hidden, random fossil,
- a hammer,
- 2 chisels,
- a brush,
- safety goggles.
Educational Value
The Dig Up a Surprise set perfectly combines fun and learning. While excavating, children (and adults!) can develop:
- patience and precision,
- manual dexterity,
- observation and analytical skills,
- interest in history, geology, and biology,
- imagination and creative thinking.
How to Use: Discover Your Archaeological Treasure!
Get ready for an exciting excavation! Follow these steps to reveal your hidden fossil:
Prepare your workspace: Cover your table with newspapers or paper towels to keep things tidy. Prepare a container of water large enough to hold the plaster block.
Soften the block: Place the plaster block into the water (Figure 1). Wait about 10 minutes until it absorbs the water and softens. Then take it out and place it on your prepared workspace.
Start digging: Become an archaeologist! Using the included tools, gently chip and scrape the plaster to slowly reveal the hidden fossil (Figure 2). Be patient – true discoveries take time!
Clean your find: Once the fossil is fully uncovered, rinse it under clean running water to remove plaster and dust.
Done! Your archaeological treasure is ready to admire.
The Dig Up a Surprise excavation kit makes a wonderful gift for any young explorer fascinated by dinosaurs, prehistoric creatures, and the mysteries of the past. It guarantees hours of creative, educational fun!
At Jokomisiada, you’ll also find many other exciting sets to spark the passion of every little archaeologist – check them out today!
| certificate: | CE |
| age: | 6 + |
| package size: | 28 cm x 21,5 cm x 6 cm |
| weight: | 0,505 kg |
| sex: | girl ,
boy ,
unisex |
Warranty
We provide a 12-month warranty for the toys from the date of purchase. The warranty does not cover damage caused mechanically, through errors in use and natural wear and tear of the product.
