Jobs for hunter-gatherers - Worksheet

The worksheet prompts students to explore the division of labour in prehistoric communities by keeping a record of the specific jobs performed by women, men, and children. This task encourages learners to delve into the text they are studying and identify the roles that each group played in supporting their families and the wider community. By compiling an ongoing list, students can gain insights into the social structure and gender roles of the time, understanding how essential tasks were distributed among different members of a hunter-gatherer society.

Another aspect of the worksheet asks students to consider the significant transformations that occurred in Britain from the dawn of the Stone Age to the culmination of the Iron Age. This encourages learners to think about the progression of human development, technology, and societal organisation over a vast period. Additionally, the worksheet seeks to clarify the term 'hunter-gatherer', prompting students to define what this term means and understand the lifestyle and survival strategies of people living during these prehistoric periods. By engaging with these questions, students can build a comprehensive picture of early British history and the evolution of human societies.