Bronze & Iron Age Bargain Box

Turn your classroom into a Bronze and Iron Age settlement with this fascinating Bargain Box, designed to immerse children in the daily life and culture of prehistoric Britain. Ideal for educational settings, this box provides a selection of authentic replicas, allowing students to explore the tools, currency, and items used during these ancient periods.

Product Features:

• Wooden Water Pot: A beautifully crafted replica of the simple yet effective containers used by Bronze and Iron Age people to store water. The natural wood design showcases the craftsmanship and resourcefulness of the time.
• Natural Cow Horn: Used in the Bronze and Iron Ages for a variety of purposes including drinking, horn combs, and as a musical instrument. This piece offers a tactile connection to prehistoric life.
• Lump of Haematite: Haematite was commonly used for tools and as a pigment for ancient body paint. This lump allows students to get a hands-on understanding of the materials used by early Britons for survival and decoration.
• Iron Brooch: A functional and decorative item, this replica Iron Age brooch would have been used to fasten clothing and show social status. A great way to discuss fashion and functionality in the ancient world.
• Scissors: A replica of Iron Age scissors, illustrating the advancement in metalworking and how such tools were essential for everyday life.
• Iron Age Currency Bar: A piece that represents the bartering system used in ancient Britain before the introduction of coinage. This replica currency bar will help students understand the early forms of trade and economy.

Historical Significance:

• Bronze and Iron Age Living: These artefacts provide a tangible glimpse into the everyday life of prehistoric Britons, shedding light on their survival methods, social organisation, and craftsmanship.
• Technological Advancements: The Bronze and Iron Ages marked significant advances in metallurgy, and many of the tools and items included in this set showcase the technological developments that defined these eras.
• Trade and Economy: The Iron Age currency bar offers an excellent way to discuss the early barter systems and the evolution of trade in Britain, giving insight into the development of the economy before the introduction of coins.

Educational Benefits:

• Cultural Relevance: Perfect for engaging students with the prehistoric past, helping them understand the daily challenges, technologies, and societal structures of the Bronze and Iron Ages.
• Classroom Resource: An excellent addition to history lessons on the Bronze and Iron Ages, enabling students to learn through interaction with artefacts, creating a memorable and immersive experience.
• Hands-on Learning: These realistic, high-quality replicas help bring history to life, encouraging children to explore and ask questions, fostering curiosity about early civilisations and their way of life.

Perfect For:

• Classroom Learning: Ideal for teaching history and engaging students with Bronze and Iron Age topics through hands-on exploration.
• Historical Exploration: Great for project work, interactive displays, or museum-style exhibits, allowing students to dive deeper into prehistoric Britain.
• Immersive Learning: Encourages students to step into the Bronze and Iron Age, making history come alive in an engaging, memorable way.

Please Note:

The contents of the box may vary slightly depending on availability.