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Description
From the Classical Historian, this program for middle and high school students has the goal of not only learning the history content but also how to read various history sources, to debate, to listen to others, to engage in Socratic discussions, to become a lifelong learner, and to practice the skills of partially and diligently searching for the truth in history. From its classical roots (Hebrew, Greek, Roman, and Western European), this examination of America's Heritage places a special emphasis on her place in the history of the advancing western civilization. The Reader provides the historical narrative while the Teacher and Student books cover vocabulary, important terms/people, reading comprehension/inference questions, geography, and timelines as well as a thorough exploration of the tools of the historian (determining fact or opinion, judgment, supporting evidence) through short essay questions, multiple choice questions, written essays, and Socratic discussions.
The Reader (i.e. Text) from its beginning chapters on America's ancient and medieval heritage sets the stage for a thorough narrative of colonization, the War for Independence, the constitution, the early years of the nation, beginning government, western expansion (manifest destiny), growing sectionalism, the slavery crisis, and the resultant Civil War. With the goal of providing a "sensible" account, the text relates the many good qualities and accomplishments of our nation as well as the setbacks we have endured during our long history.
The consumable Student Worktext provides a guide through the reading chapters with sections covering the grammar (what you need to know), the logic (reading comprehension and inference questions), and the rhetoric (short answer questions) of each chapter along with map work. Unit activities delve more deeply into the thinking and writing tools of the historian (source analysis, research, and written papers). The Teacher Editions include copies of all student pages (with answers filled in) along with teacher notes, grading instructions/rubrics, and possible answers to open-ended questions.
Reader/Text, 288 pgs, pb. Student, 230 pgs, pb. Teacher, 235 pgs, pb. ~ Janice
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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.