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BRONZE BOUNDERS: SARDINIA, ITALY
WITH EDUCATORS
COST PER STUDENT:
€1950
(including a non-refundable deposit of €500/student)
AGE GROUP:
• 8 - 11 years old (8 students maximum)
• 12 - 15 year olds (8 Students maximum)
PERFECT FOR:
This adventure is designed for young historians, geologists, chemists, and hands-on learners ages 8-15, who are eager to dig deep—both literally and figuratively—into the past.
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In the heart of the Mediterranean, off Italy’s western coast, lies Sardinia—an island where ancient civilizations, rugged landscapes, and scientific discovery collide. Towering stone fortresses rise from the hills, mysterious underground caves wind beneath our feet, and remnants of ancient mining sites tell the story of the Nuragic civilization, one of the Mediterranean’s most enigmatic Bronze Age cultures. Over our five-week immersive learning adventure, young explorers will uncover how history, chemistry, and geology are deeply intertwined, shaping both past civilizations and the modern world.
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From the moment we arrive, we’ll set out on an archaeological and scientific quest, venturing into ancient stone villages, mineral-rich caves, and historic mines to uncover the secrets of Sardinia’s past. We’ll explore how the Nuragic people extracted, refined, and traded metals to forge tools, weapons, and intricate artifacts. Through hands-on metalworking and forging workshops, we’ll bring these ancient techniques to life, connecting chemistry with craftsmanship in ways that spark curiosity and creativity.
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History, science, and adventure come together in this dynamic learning experience, tailored to engage different age groups throughout the day. Whether analyzing the mineral composition of ancient ore, experimenting with smelting techniques, or piecing together the rise and fall of Sardinia’s Bronze Age civilizations, each day will be packed with discovery and hands-on exploration.
The course will culminate in a Final showcase where students will present their findings in a creative and engaging format.
Sardinia, Italy
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Immersive, place-based, experiential learning program for a maximum of 16 students (in two classes of 8, one for ages 8-11 and one for ages 12-15), designed and taught by expert educators from 10 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Thursday.
Two days per week in a classroom setting in Pula, integrating history, chemistry, and geology through hands-on activities, research, and discussion.
Math Tutorials: Small group sessions (4 students per teacher) from 9-10 AM on Monday-Wednesday and Tuesday-Thursday.
Language Lessons: Two days per week of 90-min long conversational Italian instruction from absolute beginner level, with a local, native speaker and professional teacher.
Hands-on workshops in metalworking and forging, connecting historical techniques with modern chemistry and engineering principles.
Two days per week of field excursions to archaeological sites, caves, and ancient and modern mines, connecting classroom learning to real-world exploration. Field excursions include:
Tharros
Nora
Barumini
National Archaeological Museum of Cagliari
Nuraghe Losa
Isurras Caves
Montevecchio Mines
The final learning showcase.
Parents are invited to join field excursions and Italian lessons at their own cost, whereas student costs are included in the program fee.
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Accommodations: Families are responsible for booking their own lodging.
Flights & Transportation: Each family must arrange their own flights and rental car for local travel.
Food during class hours and outside of class hours
Parents language lessons and field trip entrance fee (optional)
FAQs ABOUT THE BRONZE BOUNDERS LEARNING ADVENTURE
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Lise!!
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The primary languages spoken in Sardinia are Italian and Sardinian. English is widely spoken in the tourist areas.
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yes? no?
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Yes! Parents are invited to come along for the Italian Language classes and the field trips but at their own expense.
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