General Prehistory Sites
Overview of Human Evolution
Provides background information about human culture prior to the development of civilized communities. The site
has three sections: an overview of human evolution, a timeline showing the species life of the main Hominids, and
an illustration of the physical characteristics of human beings. This last section is intended to establish a more
precise sense of our nature as a species and to stimulate thinking about the role that culture plays in human life.
(Washington State University, Pullman, WA)
British Prehistory
Features articles and video presentations on an early Bronze Age grave, the treasures of Britain's prehistoric past,
a Neolithic village at Skara Brae, and an interactive game on Iron Age Life. (British Broadcasting Corporation,
London, United Kingdom)
Becoming Human
Presents video clips and online exhibits exploring the archeological milestones of prehistory. A learning center
offers interactive exercises for students to complete online. (Institute of Human Origins, Arizona State University,
Tempe, AZ)
Evolution
Provides video clips, simulations, animations, interactive timelines, expert commentary, primary sources, and
extensive links to evolution-related learning resources. The site provides a 40-page teacher's guide and an eightsession course for teachers. (Public Broadcasting Service, Alexandria, VA)
First Humans
Provides a slide show with maps and fossil images discussing Homo erectus, Homo habilis, and Neanderthal
research. Site offers similar information for Australopithecus and modern Homo sapiens. (Hunterian Museum,
University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland)
Analysis of Rock Art
Provides an overview of the major techniques for dating and analyzing rock art as well as current approaches to
conservation and management. The site includes both descriptive and comparative analysis, along with links to
other rock art resources on the web. (University of New England, Armidal, New South Wales, Australia)
Flints and Stones
Provides an exhibition explaining the prehistoric lives of the inhabitants of Britain and northwest Europe from the
Late Paleolithic to Neolithic time. (The Museum of Antiquities, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom)
Prehistory Gateway Sites
Art History Resources: Prehistoric Art
Contains a comprehensive index of Internet sites focusing on prehistoric art of the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and
Neolithic periods. The site index also links to gateways for other periods of art as well as "Museums and Galleries"
and "Research Resources." (Sweet Briar College, Sweetbriar, VA)
Evolution of Modern Humans: Related Internet Sites
Provides an index of Internet sites related to research on hominids, Neanderthals, early modern human origins,
early stone tools, and artifacts. (Palomar College, San Marcos, CA)