Post on 27-Dec-2015
Early Human Tools
• Using the reading, complete the chart and answer the question
• As you work on this, we will have a Notebook Check:– Migrations Maps– Archaeological Site Report (Caves of Lascaux)– Early Humans Notes– Unit 2 Vocab List
Warm-up 10/9
• Of the early human tools that we read about yesterday, which one do you feel is most important and why?
Early Human Tools• Microlith- A small sharp
blade made out of stone
• Spears- A stick or pole with a sharp point at the end
• Knives- A cutting tool with a sharp blade
Early Human Tools
• Fire- Used for cooking and warmth– Used to drive animals into a certain area for
hunting
Early Human Tools
• Needles- Used to make clothing
• Hooks- Used for hunting and fishing
Early Human Tools
• Working in Groups- People could drive animals into a certain area for easier hunting– The more people working together, the bigger the
animal that could be hunted
Tool Advertisement
• Your advertisement should answer the following questions:– Why is the tool used?– How could it help people?
Be Creative! Each group will have a different tool