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Human evolution crossword with Lucy, Homo sapiens, Neanderthals, and paleontologists.
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Human Evolution and Prehistory Crossword Puzzle

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An 11-clue crossword on human evolution and archaeological methods for Grades 6–8 social studies. Clues cover key scientists like Johanson and the Leakeys, fossil evidence, early human species from Lucy to Homo sapiens, and techniques like radioactive dating. Use it as a review after a prehistory unit or as assessment of key concepts.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
Anthropology
Grade Level:
6th – 8th Grades
Updated August 2017

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