1. The Transition from Paleolithic to Neolithic

2. The Paleolithic Age
Means “old stone” because humans used simple stone tools

3. The first humans… Were nomadic Hunters and gatherers
Moved from place to place to survive.
Followed animal herds and warmer weather.
First lived in caves, later in temp shelters made from wood and animal hides.
Hunters and gatherers

4. Homo erectus began using fire
Benefits?
Provides warmth
Keeps larger animals away.
Cooks food
Tasted better
Easier to chew
Lasted longer
Better nutrition + better quality of life = more people!

5. Created Art
Painted mostly animals,
Bring good luck during hunts?

9. Beginnings of Civilization
Humans begin to discover agriculture…
Began planting and growing crops.
Domestication
Adapting animals for human use.
Source of meat, milk, wool, etc.
Can also do work.

10. Beginnings of Civilization
Humans now spend less time finding food…
Give up their nomadic lifestyles and begin settling in villages and towns instead.
This change in lifestyle is the Neolithic Revolution (Also called “Agricultural Revolution”)
The shift from hunting animals and gathering food to keeping animals and growing food.

13. Effects of the Neolithic Revolution
Once people began living in villages…
Need protection
Built walls
Have extra food
Build storehouses
“Anyone want to trade?”
Can divide Labor
Different jobs for different people.
People do the job they are the best at.

14. Effects of the Neolithic Revolution
Society improves quickly…
Better tools are made
Writing begins
Better pottery and household items are made
With more wealth comes large villages… and armies…and
Civilization!!!