These connect the child to his or her world. Children begin to see the world as orderly, rule-governed, and predictive. In primary grades, children begin to study geography and history through literature and primary source documents but these are always connected to the child's space and time. Each year, through the grades studies begin with the immediate present and move on to develop links with the larger geographic and economic world. Each year children study people and events from the past to build sensitivity and appreciation for contributions which affect their lives today.
Multicultural education plays a major role in the curriculum.
Learning and working now and long ago. 2. share, take turns, respect the rights of others and develop appropriate classroom behavior recognizing that school is a place to work and learn. 3. understand and respect cultural differences among individuals within the classroom. 4. build sense of self and self worth through working together and independently. 5. develop a sense of pride, good work habits, and encourage independence.