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Neanderthal 101

Neanderthal 101

Who were the neanderthals? Do humans really share some of their DNA? Learn facts about neanderthal man, the traits and tools of Homo neanderthalensis, and how the species fits into our evolution story.

Grades

5 - 12+

Subjects

Anthropology, Archaeology

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