1. 10/24/11 BR- Describe what you think of when you hear the term “caveman.” Today: Attempting to Understand Possible Origins of Modern Humans -corrections from test?!

2. Human Origins In Africa Scientific Clues Early Footprints Discovery of “Lucy” Hominids Walk Upright Scientist Search for Human Origins Homo habilis May have used tools Homo erectus Develops Technology Old Stone Age Begins Neanderthals Way of Life Cro-Magnons Emerge Dawn of Modern Humans Fossils, Tools, and Cave Paintings New Findings Add to Knowledge

3. Summary Statement There are many explanations of the origins of humans. Scientist have searched for clues to human origins. ____ are specially trained scientists. They search for ___ in order to ___.