The Early Cave-Men

"The Early Cave-Men" by Katharine Elizabeth Dopp is a historical account written in the early 20th century. It serves as part of an educational series aimed at elementary school students, exploring the lives and experiences of early human societies. The narrative focuses on the daily challenges and evolution of survival techniques faced by cave-men in a prehistoric setting, as they adapt to changing environments and learn to use tools and fire. The beginning of the book introduces the concept that early humans transitioned from tree-dwelling to living in caves due to the necessity for better shelter from the cold and dangerous wildlife. It describes the concerns of a group known as the Fire Clan as they seek a safe cave, watch for predators like the formidable Sabre-tooth, and contend with the challenges of their newfound home. As the story unfolds, readers are invited to engage with the characters' plight and their resourceful strategies for survival, laying the groundwork for the educational themes that will continue throughout the series. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Katharine Elizabeth Dopp was one of the foremost American educators at the turn of the 20th century, and one of the first to advocate the involvement of business in education. She wrote a series of textbooks on anthropology and economics which were widely used in the public schools of Wisconsin, Illinois and Utah, as well as nationally circulated studies on the same subjects, and children's books.