Their teacher gives the class a special school programme. The students must do research about Britain and share what they learn with the class. Each student makes a decision about what part of Britain to study. Some choose to study major cities like London. Others want to learn about Britain's long history and culture.
The process of doing research takes many days. The students go on foot to the school library to look for books and information. They learn that Britain is a small country, but its influence spread across the world a long time ago. For over a century, Britain had a very strong industry. Many workers helped to develop new machines and build large factories all over the country.
Students also learn about human life in Britain long ago. Old churches still remain in many British towns and cities. Banks first opened so that people could save and keep their money safe. Britain's position as a major country helped it to serve and support people in many places. People in those places received goods and new ideas from Britain for hundreds of years.
Toward the end of the project, the students act like a team. They help themselves by sharing information with each other. They develop a sense of history and begin to feel that the past is not so far away. Once upon a time, they did not understand why history mattered. Now they do.
At last, each student receives a grade for their hard work. They feel proud of themselves. The project shows them that important lessons must not die or be forgotten. Even at a young age, they can understand the wide world and look toward a future where they can make a difference.