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Archaeology and Anthropology Vocabulary

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This vocabulary worksheet introduces 2nd graders to the key terms archaeology and anthropology at the start of a new unit. Students copy definitions of archaeology as the study of history through artifacts and anthropology as the study of human societies and cultures, then highlight unfamiliar words for group discussion. Works well as a unit-launch activity or vocabulary anchor.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
Anthropology
Grade Level:
2nd Grade
Updated September 2025

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