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Why the Mystery Chooses the Subjects — interdisciplinary learning for kids through curiosity, evidence and the Great Pyramid

Why the Mystery Chooses the Subjects: Interdisciplinary Learning for Kids

What happens when interdisciplinary learning for kids begins with one compelling question? Follow the evidence across history, geology, archaeology, mathematics, physics and engineering—and discover what becomes possible when the mystery chooses the subjects.

Marine fossils in Great Pyramid limestone introduce an interdisciplinary learning investigation for kids

Nummulites fossils in Great Pyramid limestone lead from paleontology and geology to archaeology, mathematics and engineering

A Great Pyramid question widens across geography, geology, mathematics, engineering, archaeology, history and evidence

Marine fossils in Great Pyramid limestone reveal an ancient sea and lead to deeper questions about Egypt

Strabo's ancient account of lentil-shaped stones at the pyramids shows the difference between observation and explanation

Adult-guided inquiry compares Nummulites and limestone while showing how activities can deepen a child's question

Agency, guidance and interdisciplinary learning work together as wider questions lead to deeper understanding

Sources and further reading for Great Pyramid geology, Merer's papyri, Strabo, archaeology and inquiry-based learning

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