Educational programme “Memory of the Earth”
This educational programme is designed to introduce the formation of amber and other fossils. The activity looks at the prehistoric phase from the extinction of the dinosaurs (65 million years ago) and the formation of amber (40-50 million years ago) to the present day. In order to give participants a better understanding of the uniqueness of the inclusions, they will be compared with other fossils: trilobites, ammonites and belemnites. Discussing the different theories of fossil formation and extinction develops participants’ critical thinking. By touching and smelling amber specimens of different colours, shapes, periods and locations, students will understand the uniqueness of these organic minerals and why Baltic amber is one of the world’s most valued amber.
The slides will help to show the uniqueness and beauty of these stones, thus fostering national pride in the natural heritage of their native country. Participants will explore the properties of this, also known as the “gold of the North”, and will conduct experiments with amber pieces and dust. Students will learn how to distinguish real Baltic amber from fake. The creative part of the education ? making a friendship bracelet out of the so-called “healing” amber, which is not only a great decoration, but has also been used since ancient times as a natural repellent to protect against mosquitos. The aim of this programme is to interest pupils in natural sciences and to awaken and develop national cultural awareness.
Programme duration – 60 minutes.
Price per student – 8 EUR.
This educational programme can easily be adapted for adult groups. The price for an adult participant is 12 EUR.
The educational programme can be conducted in English or Russian if required.
Location: Raudondvaris Manor art incubator, Pilies takas 1, Raudondvaris, Kaunas district.
Registration: +370 687 11826 or amber.area@gmail.com
