History is a continuing process of discovery.
The study of history enables us to interpret information which helps us to understand our present world as well as the past. By analysing how society has changed, we can make well-informed decisions about the present andthe future. Reading history helps us to know our neighbours better, and to appreciate our common traditions as well as developing respect for our differences. There is no one history of mankind, only many histories of many kinds. History teaches many important research skills, the ability to organise and analyse material, and ways of communicating clearly and effectively.