WOL-History 1

This course kicks off a program that, spanning the elementary grades, provides an overview of world geography and history from the Stone Age to the Space Age. Through lively stories and activities, students will: Meet nomadic children in ancient Mesopotamia who settle in the Fertile Crescent; explore the great pyramids in ancient Egypt, and meet mighty pharaohs such as King Tut; Learn about the historical origins of Judaism through stories of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, and David; Learn about the origins of democracy in ancient Greece, as well as the first Olympic games, the Trojan War, Alexander the Great, and the marvelous myths of the ancient Greeks; Visit ancient India and hear stories of the historical origins of Hinduism and Buddhism; Travel down great rivers in ancient China, hear the wisdom of Confucius, and witness the building of the Great Wall.