Early humans

Introduction: The Paleolithic period, also known as the Old Stone Age, was the earliest and longest period of human history, lasting from about 2.6 million years ago until approximately 10,000 BCE. During this time, humans lived in hunter-gatherer societies and relied on stone tools for survival. This era is marked by significant developments in human

Language expert suggests Homo erectus learned to speak early in mankind's history, enabling them to cross oceans

Prehistoric humans hunting. Artwork of two early modern humans (Homo sapiens) killing a bison.

. . Neanderthal remains dating back 230,000 years have been found at Pontnewydd Cave, ...

Have students try these activities to expand their knowledge and interest in World’s Early People. Language Arts Life was very different for early Homo sapiens than it is for us today. Have students write short stories or poems that describe and characterize the experiences of early humans, from hunting and gathering to playing and interacting

Thousands of years ago, the Earth was a very different place. The northern part of the world was covered by thick sheets of ice; the animals were far larger than any we have ever seen, and they were covered in long wooly hair that afforded them...

In our ancestor's very ancient past, and certainly by 400,000 years ago, fire came under human control. Discover this history of fire in human evolution.

The first researchers of Paleolithic caves and sites related to the earliest humans called the people who left paintings and other pieces of early art “men.” Due to this decision, people created an image for many decades of ancient society as basically constructed around men. However, it may be necessary to rethink this theory and perhaps rewrite the history books too.

I love a good campfire! Huddling around the campfire with friends cooking food and staying warm is my favorite thing to do! They also keep away large predators too which is an added bonus!

One of Europe’s earliest known humans had a close Neanderthal ancestor: perhaps as close as a great-great-grandparent. The finding, announced on May 8 at