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Embark on a global adventure! Inspire a love of learning in your children as they explore the world, discover diverse cultures, and gain a sense of history. With our History & Geography: Intro to the World - Cultures program, young adventurers will explore far-off lands and civilizations, from Ancient Egypt to Imperial China and beyond. This program is designed to be fun, educational, and deeply engaging, sparking curiosity about the world around them.

What's Included in the History & Geography Package?

• Instructor's Guide: A 36-week, 4-day schedule with lesson plans, teaching tips, and materials for the entire year. This homeschool world history curriculum provides everything you need to guide your children confidently on their educational journey.
• Two Core Books: The Usborne Children's Encyclopedia and Living Long Ago, both full of simple text and vibrant pictures to captivate your child's imagination. These books cover a wide range of world civilizations, such as Ancient Egypt, the Roman Empire, the Vikings, Incans, and more.
• Read-Aloud Books: Engaging books designed to build vocabulary and listening skills, including captivating stories of animals, historical figures, and life lessons from different cultures.
• Hands-On Activities: Developmentally-appropriate, hands-on activities like the "Create-a-Calendar" and other projects to help children grasp key concepts of time, history, and geography.
• Essential Resources: The Timeline Book and Markable Map are key resources used throughout the program, enriching the learning experience.

Explore Key Concepts and Historical Civilizations

History & Geography: Intro to the World - Cultures provides a broad and exciting overview of world history. Children will explore:

• What life was like in ancient civilizations, such as the Roman Empire, Ancient Egypt, and the Ming Dynasty in China.
• The daily life, food, clothing, and homes of people in different cultures.
• Discover the first vehicles, from the first car to rocket ships.
• Visit lush jungles and towering mountains as children learn about geography and the natural world.

As you journey through these fascinating topics, your child will answer questions like:

• Why do people in the Amazon and Alaska live in different types of homes?
• What did the inside of a medieval castle look like?
• What did ancient Egyptians eat?
• How did people travel in ancient China?
• What does a jungle look like?

Optional Hands-On History Kit

Enhance your child’s learning with the Hands-On History: World Cultures Kit, which includes additional activities and projects to bring history to life. This optional kit is scheduled in the Instructor's Guide for your convenience.

Virtual Learning Option

Our Virtual platform is an optional online component that allows students to access their reading schedules, complete assessments, and receive instant auto-grading results. Parents can track progress, customize assessments, and communicate directly with students via a computer or mobile device. A Virtual course includes one student account and one parent/teacher account. Virtual courses must begin within 6 months of purchase and are accessible for 12 months from the start date. Free shipping is available on orders in the lower 48 states when you purchase this package.

Engage Your Child with Read-Alouds and Real Books

Reading aloud is a great way to build your child's vocabulary and listening skills. Through enriching books, children will:

• Care for animals alongside a dedicated veterinarian.
• Learn life lessons with peasant Pong Lo, who wins a kingdom with a grain of rice.
• Gain wisdom and character from Grandma’s tales of pioneer life.

These engaging stories encourage curiosity and provide valuable learning opportunities that will stay with your child for a lifetime.

Build a Strong Academic Foundation with BookShark

BookShark's History & Geography: Intro to the World - Cultures is designed to not only teach history and geography but also develop key skills like critical thinking, storytelling, and creative expression. Through fun and educational activities, children will connect with the world’s rich cultures and historical events in a way that is both memorable and meaningful.

Note: If you're unsure which reading level is right for your child, you can use our Quick Reading Assessment to guide your decision. The program also pairs perfectly with our BookShark's Language Arts K program for a complete learning experience.