We use cookies to make your experience better. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Learn more.
Description
Introduce children to the great leaders who fought for the freedoms that all Americans enjoy today. Through this year long study, children will meet 18 heroes of the American Revolution and learn about the causes they fought for and the challenges they faced in their fight for freedom from Tyranny. Included are George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Dr. Benjamin Rush, Daniel Morgan, Daniel Boone, John Hancock, Lydia Darragh, Nathan Hale, Patrick Henry, Sam Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and many others. Through their stories children will experience the Scriptural principles and Godly character traits that compelled these heroes to make a difference.
The Student Book is well illustrated with photographs, vibrant graphics, detailed maps and "Uncle Rick" story boxes. It also includes a "How to Use" introduction that lays out a 5 or 4-Day lesson guide. While there are no activities included Charlotte Mason or Unit Study families may find this a valuable resource to incorporate into their daily studies. Also includes a link and password for the included audio selections.
Also available is the Teacher Guide which provides detailed lesson plans for 36 weeks, reproducible, removable, student worksheets and projects, answer keys and quarterly quizzes. Recommended resources and bibliography conclude the practical helps in this book. Lessons are intended to be 30-45 minutes in length (5 day/week schedule). Provides an excellent one-year, in-depth study of the great men and women who propelled America to independence and freedom. Charlotte Mason/Living book homeschoolers will find this an excellent read-aloud to bring history alive for children of all ages. KJV Bible Scripture references. SC Student Book has 296 pgs and SC Teacher Guide is 3-hole punched and has 114 pgs. Available individually or as a set. ~ Deanne
These icons are designed to help you quickly understand and learn important information about our products.
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.