We started our topic by looking at what the words The Stone Age meant to us and what we already knew about the topic. We then came up with questions that we would like to answer by the end of the topic.

We then looked at primary and secondary sources and learnt that there are not many primary sources from the Stone Age as it was before any written records were available.  

In Britain’s history the period 4000BC – 43AD is referred to as Prehistory, as there are no written records covering these times. The information available has been pieced together like a jigsaw from archaeological finds. Like a real jigsaw, pieces are sometimes incorrectly placed or are missing altogether, which results in a constantly changing tapestry of bygone times. 

Joey

We then moved on to researching Skara Brae. Skara Brae is one of the best preserved Neolithic settlements anywhere in Western Europe – which makes it a special find for archeologists. The amazing artefacts discovered at this incredible site give us an insight into what life was like in Britain during that time. They can teach us how the Neolithic people built their homes, as well as the work they did, the tools they used, the food they ate and much, much more!

 

Freya

We then looked at the differences between the Palaeolithic and the Neolithic people.

Toby

Then we started to look at how the Stone Age people worshipped and looked at the links between Stonehenge and other stone circles.

Henry