Introductory Talk
The session began with a talk showing how the land masses changed during this time, as the ice covered the land and sea levels rose and fell. HB learnt that Doggerland used to connect Britain to mainland Europe.
The children then looked at how people's clothing changed during prehistory.
Fauna and Hunting Techniques Session
In small groups they tried to sort animals into paleolithic, mesolithic or both, by considering the climate for each time period. HB then went outside to try "hunting" with a throwing axe, spear, and bow and arrows.
Tool Handling Session
The children were shown some prehistoric tools and told a little about each one. HB got to hold some of them.
Round the Room Activities
In the afternoon the children could choose various table top activities. HB began by looking at pictures of Skara Brae and then building mini stone furniture and buildings.
Next was grain grinding, and having a little sleep in a "cave".
After a brief rest it was time for HB to make some cave art. The children pinned their art to the walls of the "cave".
Finally HB drew pictures of model houses from prehistory and noted down facts about each. HB was particularly interested in the Crannog and hopes to visit a full size replica one day.
Burial Practices Session
At the end of the day the group leader talked about prehistoric burial practices and acted out a pretend burial ritual, complete with music and offerings.
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