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The First Americans

Explore the rich history of the first Americans, from early hunters and gatherers to the advanced mound-building cultures that thrived before European contact. Discover the Adena and Hopewell cultures, their reliance on agriculture, and their intricate trade networks. Learn about the impressive Cahokia Mounds and the Mississippian culture, which showcased the sophistication of North American civilizations. Unearth the artifacts found in these mounds to understand their significance and the reasons behind their construction.

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The First Americans

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  1. The First Americans Pre-History to 1492

  2. People Arrive in the Americas

  3. First Farmers

  4. What was this carving used for?

  5. Major civilizations in North America • culture – a total way of life a people follow to satisfy their wants and needs • 2000 yrs. ago • Mound Builders – up to 100 ft. high, covers 16 acres • Why did early native build mounds? • What artifacts have been found within the mounds?

  6. Three mound-building cultures • Adena – Ohio, West Virginia pic p.42 • sunflowers, pumpkins, tobacco • mainly hunter-gatherers • food plentiful

  7. Three mound-building cultures • Hopewell – WV, OH, IN, MO, WI, IO, MI • relied heavily on farming • earthworks larger, art more advanced • large trade network • sea shell from Atlantic • silver from Canada • Alligator from Florida • Volcanic glass from Wyoming • 500 A.D. both civilizations disappeared – cause unk

  8. Three mound-building cultures • Mississippian Culture – developed 700 A.D • most advanced of all mound builder • Settled near rivers – why? • Kept livestock, farmers: corn, beans, squash, pump • Traded w/ Central America • Cahokia Mounds – 40,000 pop • Over 100 mounds • Disappeared about 1500 A.D • The first Spanish explorers reported only one group

  9. Cliff Dwellers

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