On my recent trip to Cebu, I visited the old jail converted into Museo Sugbo. Former prison cells now contain an informative exhibit on the history of the province from prehistoric times to the present. Local history, or should we say local 'histories,' are given importance here, not just for local pride but as loose threads that are woven to form our national narrative. I believe that elementary schoolchildren begin history by learning about their surroundings and landmarks. They should learn about historical figures from their community, city, province, and region before they are taught about national heroes and national history.

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