American History
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Top 10 Hands On History Activities
This Top 10 History List is for families who like to have FUN! If you’ve been following this series of my absolute FAVORITE History resources, WELCOME BACK! ***Believe it or not, this is Part #9!!! *** I have had a blast putting together these lists for you from years of my own experience as a Homeschool Books and ideas hoarder. Matter of fact, that is why I started this website in the first place! I kept finding more good tips and resources that I wanted to share with SOMEBODY that would appreciate them 😀 If this is your first time finding these lists, here’s the list of posts I’ve done…
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‘Story of the World’ History Curriculum Plus MORE!
Why I Still Love ‘Story of the World’, but just needed something …. more. If you’ve been in the homeschool world for any length of time, chances are you’ve heard of—or already own—a copy of ‘The Story of the World’ by Susan Wise Bauer. This series has been a staple on homeschool bookshelves for decades. It has a great conversational tone, reads like a story, and the chronological order makes it enjoyable for the kids, while still offering a good strong foundation in world history. As someone who LOVES learning about history, when I first started using ‘The Story of the World’ with my three children, I had really…
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Pioneer Unit Study Books and Resources List
America’s Pioneers Unit Study (American Girl Kirsten) Books & Resources List Get your coffee and a pen ready because this Book List is so MUCH more than a list of books! Below you will find movies the whole family can watch together, activity guides packed with hands-on projects to highlight all the themes in our lessons, Pioneer craft kits, and even some games for family nights that will go right along with the Pioneer theme! Whether you are looking for- *Basic book ideas and activities to teach 1800’s American History *A FREE unit study all about America’s Pioneers *History of the Native Americans and the settlers on America’s prairies *History resources…
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Top 10 AMAZING Homeschooling Resources At The Library!
HOW well do you know your library? -If you’re not using your local library as one of your top Homeschooling resources, you’re missing out!! -If you’re thinking that the library in your town doesn’t have much more than some dusty old books… you’re likely missing out! -If you’re wondering what I’m talking about, KEEP READING! *TOP 10 AMAZING Homeschooling Resources at the Library!* Let’s jump in! Not every library will have all of the resources in this list, but I think you might be shocked at what you will find in even the smallest library if you ASK! Below, I am going to not only give you the…
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Top 10 Best History Games For Kids
This is the ULTIMATE list of HISTORY GAMES! The BEST of the best History Games for kids and really the whole family! You will find games that are fun for all different ages from the Littles, to your Teens, right on up to Granny! Ok y’all… I am not exaggerating! I set out to make a quick list of the history games my family has really enjoyed, some new ones I’ve come across, and some ideas on how to make your own history games. Instead, I have worked for days making this list. As you know if you have been following the Top 10 History Helps series I have great…
