Make and Play the Royal Game of Ur
During an expedition to the ancient Mesopotamian city of Ur, archaeologists from the Penn Museum uncovered what may be the oldest board game in human history. Students will learn the history of the “Royal Game of Ur” and how it influenced other games in the ancient world. They will then learn to design and play their own version of the game.
Date: Friday, January 12, 1 PM ET
Target Audience: Grades K-6
Length: 45 minutes