On 17 November 2023, staff of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve “Botai” conducted a lecture for students of grades 5–6 of the Yelets Secondary School in the Aiyrtau District on the topic “Botai – the Treasure of the Northern Steppes,” with the aim of promoting the unique archaeological site of the Eneolithic era.
On 17 November 2023, staff of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve “Botai” conducted a lecture for students of grades 5–6 of the Yelets Secondary School in the Aiyrtau District on the topic “Botai – the Treasure of the Northern Steppes,” with the aim of promoting the unique archaeological site of the Eneolithic era.
The purpose of organizing the lecture was to develop and strengthen in children a sense of love for their native land, as well as to foster patriotism and civic identity through knowledge of the history and culture of their region.
The students were provided with detailed information about the Botai culture and its unique artifacts. In addition, they were introduced to the domestication of the wild horse by the Botai people. Ancient tools and weapons used in everyday life were demonstrated, along with master classes on their production and use. An interactive element of ancient Botai culture was also presented—a hands-on ceramic-making workshop.
The students immersed themselves in the world of the Botai culture, asked questions of interest, and received comprehensive answers.
