The First Texans (CEC)

Paleo Indians Period L4

New evidence surrounding the Clovis and Folsom cultures emerges with each technological advancement. Let’s investigate the issues surrounding this great debate and explore some of the materials from these cultures in the Paleo Indians Period.

Learning Objectives for Lesson 4

• Unearth what Texas looked like in ancient days;
• Discover who the Clovis people were and how they lived;
• Determine the role climate played in native life;
• Learn about the extinction of the mega fauna;
• Discuss how much (or how little) is known about human habitation in early Texas.