The Differences Between Paleolithic and

Neolithic Ages

By : Jessie Leininger

Food

Paleolithic Age• Men hunted for food ,

and women gathered food from around the area .

Neolithic Age• People learned how to

grow their own food , and people domesticated animals . Farming and herding was an important part of the Neolithic Age .

Shelter

Paleolithic Age• There were no permanent

homes .• Because people hunted

and gathered , they had to move to where the food was . Therefore , homes were temporary .]\

Neolithic Age• They had permanent

homes .• Homes were usually made

from timber or bricks .

Clothing

Paleolithic Age• Clothing was made

primarily from fur .• The climate during the

time was cold , so people dressed to stay warm .

Neolithic Age• Animal skins .• In some places , people

were able to make fabric .

Tools

Paleolithic Age• Simple shaped stone

tools like cutters and hand axes . Also , they used spear tips and sticks .

Neolithic Age• More advanced shaped

tools like bows and arrows and harpoons . Also , they used spear tips .

Now you know the differences of the Paleolithic Age and the

Neolithic Age .