Curious Historian Level 1B Program

Name: Curious Historian Level 1B Program
SKU: CHL1BP
Price: 74.95 USD

SKU

CHL1BP

Grade 5-8

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

Designed to be written in; not reusable.

Non-Consumable

Not designed to be written in; reusable.

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Product Overview

An engaging, classical history program for elementary students!
Includes everything needed for 1 semester of study
Complete Level 1A first for a full-year, ancient history curriculum

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Description

Everything you need for an engaging, one-semester study of Ancient History! This package includes the Student Edition, Teacher Edition, and Extra Resources for Level 1B. Complete Level 1A before this for a full year of chronological history.

The engaging Student Edition is packed with colorful and exciting text, discussion questions, vocabulary with Greek/Latin roots, and all kinds of exercises, hands-on projects, maps, and activities. The Teacher’s Edition includes the full student text plus detailed notes, tips, answers, and sample responses.

The Extra Resource package includes:

Awesome songs to help students remember important facts.
Biblical connections for integrating biblical history and locations.
Reading lists for both students and teacher, with clickable links for ease of use.
Printable reference charts

The digital access code will be emailed to the customer after purchase.

Publisher's Description of Curious Historian Level 1B Program

The Curious Historian Level 1 is the first part in a 3-level series that presents the study of history and culture from the beginnings of civilization (Mesopotamia and Egypt) through the Middle Ages. Students will grow excited about history, see how people throughout the ages were both similar to and different from themselves, and learn to be scholars of the past who can make a difference in the future.

Full program includes:

The Curious Historian Level 1B: The Late Bronze & Iron Ages (consumable student edition) includes weekly chapter lessons that present a chronological narrative of history. Accompanying sidebars feature historical and archaeological tidbits, discussion questions, and Greek/Latin root words for key vocabulary. A wealth of exercises, hands-on projects and activities, maps, and appendices help to present the study of history in an engaging, creative manner. The Curious Historian Level 1B (TCH1B) will introduce students to:

Unit I: The Late Bronze Age

The Egyptian Middle and New Kingdom periods
The Hittites, Hurrians, and Kassites
The Assyrians and Elamites
The Minoans and Mycenaeans

Unit II: The Iron Age

The Sea Peoples, Israelites, and Philistines
Egypt under the Nubians and Libyans
The Phoenicians and Arameans
The great Iron Age empires: Assyria, Babylonia, and Persia

Unit III: The Far East

India during the Harappan Civilization and Vedic Period
China during the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties
Far Eastern culture: architecture, writing, religion, and more

The Curious Historian Level 1B Teacher's Edition includes the full student text, detailed teacher notes and tips, a suggested weekly schedule, answer keys for all exercises, and sample responses and prompts for the discussion questions.

The Curious Historian Archive: Extra Resources for Level 1B is a collection of supplemental materials that correspond with the TCH1B student edition. The digital files include:

Entertaining songs summarizing the key events and cultural aspects discussed in each unit, plus a “Top Things to Remember” song.
A Biblical Connections in TCH1B PDF that draws connections to biblical history, figures, and locations, as well as scripture verses, within the context of the chapter narrative
A Reading Guide for TCH1B PDF that features recommended books for both students and teachers
Printable, full-color unit time lines, timetables, and reference charts, as well as extra blank maps to label (for those wishing to incorporate geography practice into their study of history)

Category Description for Curious Historian

The Curious Historian from Classical Academic Press is a chronological world history curriculum designed to foster virtue, wisdom, and a love of learning. It guides students through the great events, ideas, and people of history while helping them understand the world we live in through a biblical lens and classical methodology.

Each level includes two semester-long textbooks, making it flexible and engaging for elementary and early middle school students.

Key Curriculum Features:

Chronological approach covering the Ancient World (Level 1), Classical World (Level 2), and up through the Middle Ages (Level 3)
Engaging narrative with discussion questions, exercises, hands-on projects, maps, and activities
Greek and Latin root word studies to build vocabulary and cultural understanding
Sidebars with fascinating historical and architectural tidbits
Biblical Connections and a focus on virtue and wisdom
Full-color illustrations and appealing layout

Program Components:

Student Edition: Weekly chapter lessons, core text, sidebars, discussion questions, exercises, projects, and maps
Teacher Edition: Full student text plus detailed notes, tips, answers, and sample responses
Digital Resources: Songs, suggested reading lists, printable full-color timelines, reference charts, blank maps, and Biblical Connections

The Curious Historian stands out for its engaging, story-rich approach and classical Christian perspective that nurtures curiosity and critical thinking. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a beautiful, comprehensive world history curriculum that integrates faith, virtue, and academic rigor.

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