Teacher Talk
Tool Use by Our Early Ancestors
Penn Museum
Tuesday, Sep. 19 2023, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm ET
Free to K12 Teachers
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Check out our new Teacher Talk series, just in time for the beginning of school!
One of the defining moments of human evolution is the beginning of tool use, almost 3 million years ago, by our hominin ancestors. These tools began simply as sharp broken rocks to assist with daily tasks, and progressed to a kit of many forms of tools, each well-made and with specific uses.
As a species, we have become entirely reliant on tools in every aspect of our lives. This talk by Dr. George Leader will discuss early tool manufacturing and use, and include a demonstration of how human ancestors were ‘knapping’ tools.
- Dinner Provided
- Act 48 Credits Available
- Parking Passes Available