Highly illustrated and suitable to middle grades and up or as a read-aloud.
Tag Archives: History
Johann Sebastian Bach ~ Free eBook
A biography that is a perfect fit to our Bach unit study! Johann Sebastian Bach, part of the Life Stories for Young People Series.
Trial and Triumph ~ Review
Trial and Triumph: Stories from Church History by Richard M. Hannula is a collection of 46-biographies aimed at children of important individuals in church history.
50 Core American Documents ~ Free
Free source of not-to-be-missed primary source documents.
4th of July 2021 ~ Unit Resources
Over the years we have gathered an amazing collection of quality resources including free downloads, crafts, recipes, lesson plans, and more!
The Cradle of Liberty {Free eBook}
Cradle of Liberty is a free eBook that makes a perfect addition to our 4th of July Holiday Helps!
Flag Day 2021 ~ Unit Resources
Flag Day celebrates the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777. Unit resources.
The Gateway Arch: A Unit Study
On June 10, 1967, the Gateway Arch was opened to the public. Unit resources.
Revolutionary War Animated Map
The video presentation includes an animated map that shows where troops were stationed and their movements making it easier to understand The Revolutionary War.
Orphan Trains ~ Free eBook With Go-Along Resources
A warm read, and introductory look at the efforts of those trying to help the orphaned children in the big cities of America.
The Iditarod 2021 {Unit & Resources}
Updated 2021 Iditarod unit and resources including map and race tracking form.
Benjamin West and His Cat Grimalkin ~ Review
Benjamin West and His Cat Grimalkin is a fun read-aloud by favorite author Marguerite Henry.
In Grandma’s Attic ~ Review
In Grandma’s Attic is a series of books by Arleta Richardson that touch base with life in the 19th century.
New Mexico: A Unit Study
On January 6, 1912, the United States welcomed the 47th state — New Mexico. Unit Resources.
10 Educational Virtual Field Trips
Great time for a virtual field trip! When you can’t go in person, a virtual tour makes history, geography, science, and nature come alive!
Abigail Adams and Her Times {Free eBook}
Pulling from letters and other primary sources, the biography covers the birth of Abigail Adams through her death and that of her husband eight years later.
The World of Laura Ingalls Wilder ~ Review
The World of Laura Ingalls Wilder ~ Review — The locations and landscapes encountered and detailed in the Little House books.
State History Research Project ~ Free
Most states require a student to study state history. If you are looking for an easy do-it-yourself way to meet this requirement, you might appreciate this free state history research project from Accelerated Christian Education Ministries. This 9-page download provides an independent study guide to help a student research his state, culminating in a notebookContinue reading “State History Research Project ~ Free”
4th of July 2020 {Free Unit Study}
4th of July, 2020 We have updated our 4th of July Holiday Helps page. Our unit includes an explosive soda fireworks display, a freedom kite craft, and a Disney printable. You’ll also find our regular lineup of background information, primary source documents, quizzes, crafts, recipes, activities, book recommendations, units, lesson plans, and great downloads toContinue reading “4th of July 2020 {Free Unit Study}”
Blaise Pascal: A Unit Study
Blaise Pascal was a scientist, mathematician, inventor, and theologian who was born on June 19, 1623. Unit resources.
Flag Day 2020 ~ Activities & Lessons
Flag Day, June 14, 2020 We have updated our Flag Day Unit Study. Links are updated. We have added a couple of activities that will work in the classroom or home setting. You will find activities and lessons to help you celebrate the day: 9 learning suggestions. 2 videos. Timeline. 5 book suggestions. 11 units/lessonContinue reading “Flag Day 2020 ~ Activities & Lessons”
Alabama History Notebook ~ Free
To date, we have posted state unit studies for twelve states. It is often difficult to track down student resources for each state. Not so in the case of Alabama! The Alabama History Notebook offered by the Alabama Department of Archives and History is a free “collection of Alabama symbols, maps, and photographs for students.”Continue reading “Alabama History Notebook ~ Free”
Child’s Book of American Biography {Free eBook}
Just as with science, for the younger years we advocate learning history through reading biographies, while the critical skills of reading and writing are being developed. Here is another free eBook to get you started. The Child’s Book of American Biography by Mary Stoyell Stimpson will take you through the lives of thirty Americans. InContinue reading “Child’s Book of American Biography {Free eBook}”
Mount Rushmore National Memorial {Free eBook}
Mount Rushmore National Memorial: A Monument Commemorating the Conception, Preservation, and Growth of the Great American Republic was published by the Mount Rushmore National Memorial Society of Black Hills in 1946. Civilization, even its fine arts, is, most of it, quantity-produced stuff; education, law, government, wealth—each is enduring only as the day. Too little ofContinue reading “Mount Rushmore National Memorial {Free eBook}”
