The New Stone Age, also known as the Neolithic period, was a period of human history that began around 10, 000 BCE and lasted until around 3, 000 BCE. During this time, humans developed new technologies such as agriculture, pottery, and the domestication of animals. This period is marked by the development of permanent settlements and the emergence of complex societies. It is considered to be the last part of the Stone Age and the beginning of the Bronze Age.