3rd Grade We have been studying American history from two perspectives. In the first form, we have continued our regional studies of America and will soon test on those two regions, the Southeast and the Northeast. We have transitioned into a study of the Midwest and this lends itself to a greater understanding of agriculture, the development of industry and the changing face of America between the 1800’s and the 1900’s. At the same time, we have taken a step back and begun work on a timeline, in order to better understand the broader scope of American history.
4th & 5th Grade We have spent a significant amount of time studying ancient Greece, from the early cultures that precede Greece’s Dark Ages, to the Greek defense its territory from a series of Persian invasions, and currently to the rivalry between Athens and Sparta. By comparing and contrasting these two city states, we are learning important facts about both, particularly the beginnings of democratic government in Athens. We are nearing the end of our studies of Greece and will soon be moving on to the early days of Rome.
6th Grade We have been focused on the historical period immediately following the Middle Ages. We had a brief survey of the Renaissance and then moved on to an examination of the Age of Exploration, when European nations began to explore the world with ambitious expeditions. Each student did a biographical report on a particular explorer, and we studied this historical period from a geographical perspective as well. We have now transitioned into a study of the subsequent colonization of the Americas, dominated by the Spanish conquest of South America and the contest between Spain, France and England for hegemony in North America. Soon we will complete this area of study and transition into an examination of the history of these colonial powers.
Shaloh House Update #20 (5772)
Friday, March 9, 2012
Light Candles at 5:26 pm
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