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Unit: Global prehistory: 30,000-500 B.C.E.

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Art is the oldest form of human expression, and examples of prehistoric art exist on every continent that our species has inhabited. Connect with humans from over 30,000 years ago and learn more about their lifestyles, technology, and relationships with nature as you explore examples of prehistoric art.

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Paleolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic

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