When you excavate, it’s like being a treasure hunter looking for hidden treasures buried deep in the ground. Imagine using a special shovel or a big machine to carefully dig into the earth. You’re trying to find something special, like dinosaur bones or ancient pots that people used a long, long time ago. It’s like when you dig in the sand at the beach to find a shiny shell or a cool rock. The ground is like a big blanket covering all these secrets, and you’re gently pulling it back to see what’s underneath.

Think of it like peeling an orange. The orange peel is the earth, and inside, there’s juicy fruit, which are the treasures. You have to be careful not to squish the fruit while peeling. Excavating is the same; you have to be gentle and patient so you don’t break the things you find.

Sometimes, it’s like being a detective. You have clues, like a map or special tools, that help you know where to dig. You might find clues like pieces of broken plates or old coins. Each piece tells a story about who lived there and what they did. It’s like putting together a puzzle to see the whole picture of the past.