Ancient Sumer Artefacts Pack

• Discuss and compare what life might have been like for the Ancient Sumerian civilisation. • Encourage enquiry around artefacts to enhance learning. Investigate their use, purpose, and users for a richer experience. • Teachers need tools to spark curiosity and engagement in history lessons. These artefacts provide tangible connections to the past, enhancing understanding and retention of historical facts and concepts through a hands-on approach. • The pack supports Key Stage 2 history by illustrating changes in Britain from the Stone Age to the Iron Age. Children can compare these items with those from other periods, fostering a deeper understanding of technological and cultural evolution. The inclusion of items such as writing tablets and pottery pieces helps contextualise ancient practices and daily life. For Key Stage 3 art and design, the artefacts offer insights into the history of art, craft, and design. Children can study the craftsmanship and artistic styles of the Ancient Sumerians, linking these findings to broader historical movements. This cross-curricular resource enriches both history and art lessons, making it a versatile addition to any classroom. • Explore what the artefacts are and how they might have been used by the ancient civilisation • What other inventions did the Ancient Sumerians discover? • A great hands on history resource