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Embark on an exciting middle school homeschool history curriculum adventure with BookShark’s comprehensive study of the Eastern Hemisphere. This engaging program takes students on a cross-continental journey through China, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the South Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica. Explore the diverse cultures and histories of regions often mentioned in the news, yet rarely studied in-depth, including Japan, India, Afghanistan, and more.
The Instructor's Guide is your key to delivering this immersive middle school homeschool history curriculum with ease. Here are some of the features:
Our optional virtual platform enhances the homeschool curriculum by providing students with access to reading schedules, assessments, and instant auto-grading results. Parents can track and review student work, customize assessments, and communicate directly with students via computer or mobile device. Virtual courses must be started within 6 months of purchase, with a full 12-month window to complete the course.
This year’s study is centered on understanding the rich history and geography of the Eastern Hemisphere. As students explore countries with diverse economic histories and cultures, they will also be introduced to basic economics with the book Whatever Happened to Penny Candy?, which simplifies complex concepts for younger learners. Timeline figures and maps will help bring all the learning together.
The history centerpiece of the curriculum is the book Journey to the Eastern Hemisphere, a captivating collection of articles and photos about various countries and regions, including:
Sharing read-alouds is a wonderful way to engage students in the rich cultural experiences found in the Eastern Hemisphere. These stories offer insight into the lives of people from various regions, making distant places feel familiar and relatable. Some of the exciting read-alouds include:
This middle school homeschool history curriculum includes essential resources that will make your learning experience even richer:
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BookShark’s homeschool curriculum offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into the history, cultures, and geography of the Eastern Hemisphere. This cross-continental adventure will help your child gain a broader, more nuanced understanding of the world we live in today.