The World Of Languages

Language plays an important part in every culture. It’s basically a medium of communication between people. It helps us express our emotions, and channelize ourfeelings. It is difficult to imagine what life was like, before humans discovered language. We take it for granted, but if we think about it, we will realize its significance in our lives.

Learning a new language is like stepping into a whole new culture. It’s the baseline for understanding what the language’s home country or region is really like. It’s the key to understanding the peoples’ culture, and customs. Often, learning a new language is a challenge, but it is well worth the while when we actually can converse in that language.

At Pathways, we have the opportunity to learn a new language. Currently, Pathways offers:

·         French

·         Spanish

·         Hindi

In addition to these we also have English. English this semester in Grade Seven and eight is mostly based on the novels Swami and Friends by RK Narayan, and To Kill A Mocking Bird by Harper Lee, respectively.

In Grade Eight, we are discussing the various issues that affected the United States during the 1930’s,  i.e The Dust Bowl, The Great Depression, The Scottsboro Trial and racism. After our research, we have a discussion, and debate on the topics, and their sub-topics. This makes us understand everyones’ perspectives, and point of views.

In Grade seven, the pre-independence era is being discussed and researched. Alternative book covers were also made. Predicting the novel beginning was a task enjoyed by many. All this helped them understand the context of the novel, and display their perspectives artistically.

Divya Vijaykumar
Grade 8 B