Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the basics of the Stone Age and have fun exploring activities related to this time period.

Materials and Prep

• Construction paper
• Crayons or markers
• Scissors
• Glue
• A computer or tablet with internet access (optional)

No prior knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.

Activities

• Create a Cave Painting: Use the construction paper, crayons or markers, and scissors to create your own cave painting. Research some Stone Age cave paintings online for inspiration.
• Build a Stone Age Shelter: Use your imagination and household items like blankets, pillows, and chairs to build a Stone Age shelter. Pretend you are a Stone Age person seeking shelter from the elements.
• Make a Stone Age Necklace: Collect small rocks or pebbles from your backyard or a nearby park. Use string or yarn to thread the rocks together and create a unique Stone Age necklace.

Talking Points

• The Stone Age was a very long time ago. People during the Stone Age didn't have the technology and tools that we have today. They had to use what they found in nature to survive.
• Stone Age people lived in caves. They used caves as shelter to protect themselves from the weather and dangerous animals.
• They made beautiful cave paintings. Stone Age people used natural materials like rocks and charcoal to create paintings on the walls of caves. These paintings told stories and showed what life was like during that time.
• Stone Age people were hunters and gatherers. They didn't have farms or grocery stores like we do today. They had to hunt animals for food and gather fruits, nuts, and plants to eat.
• They used stones and bones as tools. Stone Age people didn't have metal tools. They used stones and bones to make tools for cutting, scraping, and hunting.
• Stone Age people wore clothing made from animal skins. They used animal skins to make clothes to keep themselves warm. They also used fur and feathers for decoration.