During this year, students will explore ancient world history.
The content will begin with early man (think cave men). Students will explore major civilizations from the Middle East (Mesopotamia and The Hebrews), to Egypt, to Asia (India and China), and finally to Europe (Greece and Rome). As history is taught, the major world religions of Judaism, Hinduism, and Christianity are introduced.
Students will examine accomplishments and advancements made by each civilization. special attention will be given to what each culture left behind. Through all of the historical investigation, students will make connections to why all of these old facts are important to life today.