Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:27PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Welcome to the Camp Internet May 31, 2001 FAMILY NIGHT learning event !
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:29PM PST (-0800 GMT)
************Explore the Great Kiva Dig !!*************
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:31PM PST (-0800 GMT)
.. Central to all Anasazi / Ancestral Puebloan communities whether a small village for 10 families or a large city for thousands of residents and visitors was the KIVA. A KIVA is a ceremonial chamber used for meetings, council decision making, storytelling, conversations with protective deities (gods), and it was where men and boys learned, slept, and passed knowledge on from one generation to the next. At certain times in some tribes, women may also have been invited in for meetings, but in general, this was the lodge where the men shaped their society. Almost all KIVAS were round and partially submerged below ground. Most had ladders that provided an entrance and exit through the roof.
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:33PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Today you are going to see how Ancient Southwest ruins are being studied using state-of-the-art rendering software. We have computer graphic works by two people to study one is John Kanter who is an ANTHROPOLOGIST, and the other is DENNIS HOLLOWAY who is an ARCHITECT. Both men are interested in helping us learn what life was like in the Ancient Southwest and their 3D and virtual reality images are excellent examples of what technology literacy can bring to life to share with others !! Here is a great example watch how Pueblo Bonito was built, mysteriously un-built, and then rebuilt kivas, storage rooms and living areas
click on this to see it in ANIMATED action button !!
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:33PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Lets BEGIN OUR DIG by exploring an ancient KIVA and learn about its features
and discover the mysteries it has revealed
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Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:34PM PST (-0800 GMT)
First, lets visit several three dimensional images of the kiva and buildings at Chetro Ketl in Chaco Canyon. Click on this button to see where Chaco Canyon is and then find it on a larger United States map in your classroom. Once you understand where in the world this KIVA is, click on this button to view the pueblo of Chetro Ketl and see its great KIVA in the lower center of the picture button
.. And next, view an amazing interior rendering of the KIVA button You can click on different parts of this picture to see more detail and closer images about the room. Each time you have clicked on the image and then want to go back to the main picture, you will need to use your BACK button on your browser to return to the main picture. Then zoom-in on another area. (FAMILIES - If you know you have a Quicktime and audio plug in on your computer you can see even more about this KIVA by clicking here button .)
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:36PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Now, we will begin asking you questions that you will post snaswers to right here in the chat room - be sure to include your name and town or school in the Your Handle box below before posting. To see messages above, put a large number in the Scoll Back box, click the Chat button, and it will take you back up above to re-read.
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:36PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #1 name three objects you can identify in the Chetro Kettle Kiva that had a ceremonial art or musical purpose. button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:37PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Now, lets look at the floor plan of the kiva button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:37PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig question #2 what shape is the kiva ?
What has been found in the KIVA ? After many years of excavation, secret compartments were discovered in the walls of the kiva and you can click on this button to see what they found hidden in the walls.
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:37PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #3 tell us what they found
and then consider where these materials came from
. The white material came from the ocean hundreds of miles away
and the blue material came from a mine near Santa Fe
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:38PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #4 how do you think the people at Chetrol Ketl in North Western New Mexico got the materials found in the hidden compartment in the wall of the KIVA
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:38PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #5 - When was Chetro Ketl Built ? How many rooms did it have ? How tall was it ? button
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Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:39PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Here is what the ruins look like today
. As photographed by a teacher from Granite School in Utah button
And this teacher also visited Casa Rinconada the LARGEST KIVA in Chaco Canyon with unique features that you can see here at this button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:39PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #6 How wide across was Casa Rinconada ? button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:40PM PST (-0800 GMT)
North of Chaco Canyon there is another Great KIVA this one is know known as Aztec Ruins. Click on this button to find the answer to the following questions :
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:40PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig question #7 What do you notice about WHERE the KIVA is positioned in the town ? Is it mixed in with other buildings ? or is it surrounded by something that sets it off from the rest of the buildings ? button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:40PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig question #8 looking at the map on the same link, what important Anasazi site is north of Aztec and which is south ? button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:40PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Next, lets look at a 3D rendering of the Aztec kiva to see how it was built button
.. it can be seen as the large circular building in the lower image
now, lets step inside to see a rendering of the interior of the building
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Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:41PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #9 What can you see would have been the technique used to hold up the roof of the kiva ? The roof was strong enough for people to walk on it
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Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:41PM PST (-0800 GMT)
>>> Dig Question #10 - How wide across is this KIVA ? What do you see in the walls around the KIVA ? button
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:41PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Since the Aztec site has been rebuilt, we can also enjoy photographs of a KIVA that has been reconstructed and is now a National Historic Monument. button
. And you can see what the outside of this great KIVA looks like today at the National Parks web site at this button
.. TEACHERS note that the Monument offer teachers resources at this button .
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:41PM PST (-0800 GMT)
In closing, this is what a KIVA looks like from the outside when reconstructed 
.. and when you step inside this reconstructed KIVA at Aztec you can see the dark mysterious interior as it looks today
can you imagine the people gathered around in a circle on the bench along the wall ? seated in groups on the floor by clan group ? can you hear the drum beat ? smell the air scented with juniper or sage incense ? image the storytelling or the dancing ? and see the stars up in Father Sky passing overhead through the hole in the ceiling where the ladder would have provided the entry and exit for this room tucked into the embrace of Mother Earth ?
. Thanks for joining us on the GREAT KIVA INTERNET DIG !!!!
Camp Internet Headqrtrs: . . . . Thu, May 31, 4:50PM PST (-0800 GMT)
FAMILY CAMPERS - if your family would like to take part in Camp Internet reguarly, you can sign up online, or write for more information........... button ............ Suitable for occassional family fun - or - for in-depth homeschool projects, Camp Itnernet has a LOT to offer....... You can study the Channel Islands online and join us for a Spring sail to Anacapa Island .... you can study the Ancient Southwest and join us for a field trip to Indian Canyons or sites in Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado ..... you can explore the California Backcountry and enjoy a family field trip to Yosemite - - - - all great family quality time and learning that bridges generations for fun and knowledge ! ......... for more information, write to camp@rain.org.
Marcy, Camp Internet: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:13PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Greetings Explorers - tell us a little about yourselves when you arrive - where you live and what you are interested in learning about tonight.
Mr. Kraemer: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:16PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hi this is Mr. Kraemer from Victoria Elementary. We have
some students here at school tonight to see Camp Internet
victoria3 Andrew/Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:26PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hi, we are two students at Victoria Elementary. We are here to explore camp internet.
Timothy - Camp: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:26PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Mr. Kraemer - welcome to the Camp Chatroom and Dig. Explore
the questions - it is a wonderful journey through the
Great Kiva. Also - visit the new Camp Internet GIS map
at button - be sure to take a look at the
Student Oak Tree Project GIS - it is an example of 3rd thrugh High School age kids working together to begin a GIS map of Oak Trees in their area.
victoria3 Andrew/Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:27PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hi is anyone from Victoria there?
Victoria3 Matt/Drew: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:27PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hello from the library
victoria3 Andrew/Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:28PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hi to Timothy camp! this is Andrew/Megan
victoria3 Andrew/Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:28PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hi Matt/Drew this is Andrew/Megan
Victoria3 Todd/Taylor: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:29PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hello from the classroom!
Victoria3 Kirsten: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:29PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hello from Victoria Room 7
Victoria3 Matt/Drew: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:29PM PST (-0800 GMT)
We would like to know about Camp Internet?
victoria3 Andrew/Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:29PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hello from Mr. Kraemer's class from-Andrew/Megan linderman
Lisa B./CM Day School: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:29PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Answer to Q1 - baskets/bowls, footdrum and cylinder jars were all ceremonial items found in Kiva.
Victoria3 Kirsten: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:30PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig Question 8: Mesa Verde was to the north of Aztec and
Chaco Canyon is to the south of Aztec.
Marcy, Camp Internet: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:30PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hi - Victoria students - jump in and let us know waht you discover about the great kivas - and check out the animated links and 3d renderings - there are some really beautiful high tech / ancient images online tonight.
Victoria3 Amy/Ben/Janine: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:30PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Victoria3 Kirsten: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:37PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig Question #5 - Chetro Ketl was built between A.D. 1010
and A.D. 1109, was four-stories tall, and had 337-rooms.
Marcy, Camp Internet: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:39PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Hey There Campers - please try to focus on the questions up above - to get back up there, type 200 in the 'Scroll Back' box, click 'Chat' button and you will go back up to see the pictures and answer the challenging questions. We want to see what you DISCOVER !!
victoria3 Aiden: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:43PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig Question #1 name three objects you can identify in the
Chetro Kettle Kiva that had a ceremonial art or musical
purpose.
Three things used in the Chetro Kettle Kiva are;foot drums used in cerimonies.
They were very large and were danced on. They made music for
cerimonies. There were cerimonial prints on the walls, each representing a meaning.
Fire boxes provided light. They were in the center or the room, and produced heat during long cerimonies.
The flickering light cast strange shadows on the masked cerimonial dancers.
victoria3 Aiden: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:44PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig Question #1 name three objects you can identify in the
Chetro Kettle Kiva that had a ceremonial art or musical
purpose.
Three things used in the Chetro Kettle Kiva are;foot drums used in cerimonies.
They were very large and were danced on. They made music for
cerimonies. There were cerimonial prints on the walls, each representing a meaning.
Fire boxes provided light. They were in the center or the room, and produced heat during long cerimonies.
The flickering light cast strange shadows on the masked cerimonial dancers.
victoria3 Andrew/Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:47PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig question #1- Pots, vaults and drums
Victoria3 Matt/Drew: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:51PM PST (-0800 GMT)
What did the spiral mean to the Pueblo people?
victoria3 Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:51PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig Question #2- A fourteen-foot-long necklace of shell were found in the wall niches in the Chetro Ketl Great Kiva, the Kiva's are round-shaped structures-Megan
victoria3 andrew: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:52PM PST (-0800 GMT)
dig question#1- pots, vaults,drums
: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:53PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig Quetion #1= Pots, Vaults, & Drums
victoria3 Megan: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:53PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Bye Victoria and camp internet-Andrew/Megan
victoria3 Aiden: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:56PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Dig question #2 what shape is the kiva ?
What has been found in the KIVA ? After many years of
excavation, secret compartments were discovered in the walls of the kiva and you can click on this button to see what they
found hidden in the walls.
Kivas were circular, and had a small square entrance. Once a fourteen foot long shell and bead necklace with pieces of tirquoise
Timothy - Camp: . . . . Thu, May 31, 7:57PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Camp Expedition Team Members - all Students - be sure to spend some time with the new Youth Technology Corps produced Internet Video's. Both "The Leak" (bringing you News before it is News) and the Kids News Net will be regular productions of the YTC. If you do any video or
classroom photography be sure to submit it for the Kids News Net. Goto the Camp Homepage at button to select one of the Youth Video productions.
Timothy - Camp: . . . . Thu, May 31, 8:00PM PST (-0800 GMT)
Expedition Teams - a good tool to keep in mind when working on Internet Digs or online quiz activities is the Camp Internet search engine. Designed to search within Camp Internet it allows you to enter a word and find where that word shows up within Camp. Most of your Camp Internet web pages will have a 'search' button on the left. You can always enter button to go straight to the search tool.
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