Child's Geography Volume 5: Explore Viking Realms (Old Edition)
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032655
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9781932786668
Grade 4-8
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Fifth in the A Child's Geography series, this volume continues the study of the medieval era known as the “dark ages", focusing on the Viking realms and the modern-day countries of Northern Europe. (Although there are four volumes preceding, it is not necessary to read them in order.) The territories you will explore on this venture include Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Iceland. This course can be read straight through as a stand-alone book as it includes plenty of optional activities to pick and choose from including timelines, map work, hands-on activities, reading suggestions, and more. These can be found on the publisher's website as a special download. Complete the course in one year (completing one chapter every two weeks) or over one semester (completing one chapter a week). The colorful photos throughout along with the engaging writing style of the author will keep you enthralled in the country of the day. The bold type vocabulary words are defined in the glossary in the back of the book. At the end of each chapter are a few questions and a few book recommendations if you would like to further explore the subject or territory. There are links throughout the text as well that go into more detail about different topics. You will certainly be captivated as you read and learn more about the geography, history, and culture of Northern Europe in this well-done series!
Publisher's Description of Child's Geography Volume 5: Explore Viking Realms (Old Edition)
Now you can travel to far-off lands with your children as the long-awaited volume 5 is finally here!
This series is geared toward 1st through 8th-grade students and their families.
In the lively style introduced to us by Ann Voskamp, A Child's Geography: Explore Viking Realms will take you and your fledgling geographers on an amazing adventure through our Father's world.
Imagine sailing on a sleek Viking vessel, exploring territory far and wide, and discovering lands beyond the horizon. In this volume of A Child's Geography, you will uncover ancient mysteries, experience medieval ways of life, and understand enduring conflicts that have shaped the modern countries of northern Europe. As we explore the Viking realms that spread across the rugged northern landscapes of Europe, you and your family will delight in breathtaking beauty, hidden wonders, and fascinating peoplesall created in God's image.
This is a complete, stand-alone geography and history curriculum that covers the geography and history of Northern Europe.
Over the course of 16 chapters, explore 13 countries of Northern EuropeLithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Icelandthrough:
The engaging text and vivid full-color photos of a "living book
Narration prompts to cement learning and understanding
Notebooking, timeline, and mapping activities for context
Helpful pronunciations and full definitions in the glossary
Activities that focus on art, music, poetry, and the delicious food of each country
Optional prayer walk for each country
216-page full-color softcover book
Bonus content available to download
Do you and your children desire to catch a passion for God and all His peoples around this glorious globe?
Come. Let's go into all the world.
What you need to know:
This book is sure to delight ages 4 to 104, but is written primarily for explorers in grades 1-8
216 pages packed with delightful information
Softcover book + download link for reproducibles price $39.95
The softcover book includes reproducibles in the form of timeline pages, maps, lesson plans, recipes, additional reading, activities, and more.
This series is geared toward 1st through 8th-grade students and their families.
In the lively style introduced to us by Ann Voskamp, A Child's Geography: Explore Viking Realms will take you and your fledgling geographers on an amazing adventure through our Father's world.
Imagine sailing on a sleek Viking vessel, exploring territory far and wide, and discovering lands beyond the horizon. In this volume of A Child's Geography, you will uncover ancient mysteries, experience medieval ways of life, and understand enduring conflicts that have shaped the modern countries of northern Europe. As we explore the Viking realms that spread across the rugged northern landscapes of Europe, you and your family will delight in breathtaking beauty, hidden wonders, and fascinating peoplesall created in God's image.
This is a complete, stand-alone geography and history curriculum that covers the geography and history of Northern Europe.
Over the course of 16 chapters, explore 13 countries of Northern EuropeLithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Icelandthrough:
The engaging text and vivid full-color photos of a "living book
Narration prompts to cement learning and understanding
Notebooking, timeline, and mapping activities for context
Helpful pronunciations and full definitions in the glossary
Activities that focus on art, music, poetry, and the delicious food of each country
Optional prayer walk for each country
216-page full-color softcover book
Bonus content available to download
Do you and your children desire to catch a passion for God and all His peoples around this glorious globe?
Come. Let's go into all the world.
What you need to know:
This book is sure to delight ages 4 to 104, but is written primarily for explorers in grades 1-8
216 pages packed with delightful information
Softcover book + download link for reproducibles price $39.95
The softcover book includes reproducibles in the form of timeline pages, maps, lesson plans, recipes, additional reading, activities, and more.
Category Description for A Child's Geography from Master Books
A Child's Geography from Master Books is a gentle, engaging elementary geography curriculum written in a conversational style. It takes families on a journey to explore God's creation, starting with the Earth as a whole before diving into individual continents and countries, while building a strong foundation in geography through narration, hands-on projects, and notebooking.
The program is designed for multi-age learning and makes geography come alive with meaningful activities and biblical connections.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Conversational text with colorful graphics and narration prompts
- Hands-on projects and activities using common household items (e.g., mapping shoes on shore, edible Earth, mosaics)
- Reproducible activity pages for building a personal geography notebook
- Chapter reviews, semester exams, and answer keys for assessment and reinforcement
- Suggested 3-day weekly schedule with flexibility for family pacing
- Focus on wonder, exploration, and seeing God’s design in the world
Program Components:
- Student Books: Engaging core texts with lessons, illustrations, and activities
- Activity Pages: Reproducible for family use, including drawing, coloring, short answer, word searches, Scripture copywork, and more
- Teacher Support: Helpful information, materials lists, and suggested schedules included in the books
Important Notes:
- Most activities use easy-to-find household items; some projects may require basic supplies
- Builds a cumulative geography notebook as a keepsake and learning tool
A Child's Geography stands out for its gentle, hands-on approach that nurtures curiosity and a biblical worldview while making geography fun and memorable. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking an engaging, low-prep elementary geography curriculum that works well for multi-age learning.
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Details
| Product Format: | Paperback Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-8 |
| Brand: | Master Book Publishers |
| ISBN: | 9781932786668 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.4375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.5 |
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