In the beginning of each year the children are introduced to the study of humankind with stories, beautiful books, maps, posters, timelines and other research inspirations. Age 6-8, the emphasis is on prehistoric life, and plants and animals. Age 8-10, the emphasis is on early civilizations, from tribal cultures and ancient civilizations to the development of modern cities. Age 10-12, the emphasis is on the child's national and state history. Of course all of these studies are going on at the same time and the child is free to follow her interests, no matter what the age.
History is essentially a record of how humans fulfilled their physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
These subjects are also experienced subjectively in the classroom. For example, as the child learns about how different people obtain food, he learns to grow and prepare food. As he learns about clothing he may learn to knit or to make clothing or costumes. He studies the arts of other cultures while developing his own musical and other artistic talents. And while studying the ethics and religions of other cultures he is exploring his own relationship with friends, family and God.