Why does a 5th grader have to learn about the Sumerian Writing System and Literature? Surely you don't use Sumerian writing these days.
However, it is important to learn these things to acquire a better understanding of the origin of cultures, traditions and learning.
There could be links from then to now, and these could be presented in writing systems and literature.
Study this book today.
The sumerians' writing system and literature - ancient history books 5th grade children's ancient history, paperback/Baby Professor
