Country: Serbia – City: Donji Milanovac – Address: Serbia, Donji Milanovac, Kralja Petra I, 14a

“Little Paleontologists” Interactive Workshop for students

Description:

The goal of the workshop is for students to learn more about paleontology, geology, and nature conservation in a fun and engaging way. At the Djerdap Geopark premises, simulated paleontological excavations will be conducted where children will take on the role of real paleontologists, excavating, photographing, sketching, and identifying fossils. All participants will receive a certificate and the title of ‘Little Paleontologist’. The workshop is organized in cooperation with the educational institution. The program is led by paleontologist Darko Timotić.

Main objectives:

Education of students about the geological heritage of Djerdap; Promoting nature conservation and paleontology.

Event language: Serbian

The event will be: Only in presence

Link (for online events): Not applicable. The event is held in person.

Reference person: Tamara Jankovic – Role or function: Associate for Geopark Affairs – Reference organization: LLC Djerdap National Park, management body of the Djerdap UNESCO Global Geopark”

Those who organize are: “Public Enterprise ‘Djerdap National Park’, management body of the Djerdap UNESCO Global Geopark”

Estimated starting time (local time): 4:00:00 PM

Expected duration: around 1 hour

Event program:

Workshop Program: “Little Paleontologists”

The “Little Paleontologists” workshop is designed as an interactive and educational activity for school-aged children, with the aim of introducing basic concepts of paleontology and geoheritage in an engaging and accessible way.

The program begins with a short introductory presentation, during which participants will learn about fossils, how they are formed, and their importance for understanding the development of life on Earth throughout geological history.

Following the introduction, participants will take part in a hands-on activity, where they will have the opportunity to step into the role of young researchers. Through a simulated excavation in sand, children will “discover” fossils, learn how to carefully extract them, and recognize their basic characteristics, with guidance from workshop facilitators.

Special emphasis is placed on encouraging curiosity, developing a spirit of exploration, and raising awareness about the importance of preserving natural and geological heritage.

The workshop is led by Darko Timotić, paleontologist from the Provincial Institute for Nature Conservation, with the support of associates and teaching staff, providing participants with an authentic and high-quality educational experience.

GeoNight code: 2026332