Welcome to 5th grade history! This year, we’re going to travel way back in time—thousands of years ago—to learn about some of the world’s very first civilizations. We’ll begin with the Neolithic Period, when people learned how to farm and build villages. Then, we’ll explore the amazing ancient worlds of Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, and China. These early civilizations built mighty cities, invented writing, and created powerful governments and religions that still shape our world today. Get ready for an exciting adventure into the past!