Geography+in+the+Philippines

The Philippines was modeled after the systems of Spain and the United States until liberation in 1946. From that point on, a unique system was built.

Elementary education in the Philippines covers a wide curriculum. The core subjects (major subjects) include:
 * Mathematics,
 * Science,
 * English language,
 * Filipino language, and
 * //Makabayan// (which includes **Social Studies**, Livelihood Education, and Values Education).

Geography is part of the social studies in primary grades. The curriculum includes both national and global content.