A Tale of Many Trees

How long have humans been on planet Earth? Where did we come from and how did we get here? How did early tool use, walking upright, and the use of fire help us become such a successful species?

Take a trip back millions of years to learn about the fascinating and complex story of our human evolution. Read about all the different fossils and time periods that led to our modern times. Learn about all the species that came before humans in this tale of many branches on the tree of life.