Reading with History E offers an exciting and comprehensive exploration of America's history from the 1850s through the year 2000. This engaging program brings key historical events to life as students learn about heroes like Abraham Lincoln, Eleanor Roosevelt, the Wright Brothers, and many more. Complete the adventure you started with BookShark's Level D Intro to American History, Year 1 of 2, and dive deeper into pivotal moments in U.S. history such as the Civil War, Westward Expansion, World War I and II, the Great Depression, and modern-day America.

What Your Child Will Learn in Reading with History E

American history curriculum for homeschool guides students through the major events and cultural shifts in American history, helping them understand the broader themes that shaped the nation:

• The Civil War and its impact on the United States
• Westward Expansion and the shaping of modern America
• The Industrial Revolution and the rise of new technologies
• The challenges of World War I and World War II
• The Great Depression and its long-term effects on the economy and society
• The fight for women's suffrage, civil rights, and labor rights
• How American inventions transformed daily life, from department stores to skyscrapers

In addition to U.S. history, students will take a side trip south to explore the history and cultures of South America, giving them a broader perspective on the world during this era.

Reading with History E - Package Includes:

• Instructor’s Guide: A 36-week, 4-day lesson schedule designed to help you manage your homeschool year, leaving one day a week free for co-ops, sports, or field trips. The guide includes discussion questions, map answer keys, and helpful background notes.
• Timeline Figures: Continue adding to your timeline to visually track how history unfolds. This tool helps students connect events and historical figures across time.
• World Wars I & II: A kid-friendly exploration of the World Wars with appropriate photographs and maps to provide visual context.
• Enriching History Books: Read about inspiring figures like Abraham Lincoln, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the Wright brothers. Included are biographies and historical fiction that bring American history to life.

Optional Lap Book Kit

The American History II - Lap Book Kit can be added to your package for hands-on learning. This kit is designed to complement your lessons and help reinforce the content covered in the Instructor’s Guide. It’s scheduled for use in the guide for your convenience. Find it in the Customize Tab above.

Virtual Platform

For an interactive experience, Reading with History E offers an optional virtual platform where students can:

• Access reading schedules and assignments online
• Take assessments with instant auto-grading results
• Track progress and interact with the content through a user-friendly interface

Parents can monitor their child’s work, review assignments, and customize assessments. This platform is accessible from both computers and mobile devices.

If purchased in April, May, or June, you can start using the virtual platform as early as July 1st and within six months from the purchase date. You’ll have 12 months from the start date to complete the course.

Read-Alouds & Literature

Deepen your child’s understanding of American history through read-alouds that include:

• The story of an 11-year-old girl who helps keep peace between Indians and pioneers
• A moving tale of a boy growing up during the American Civil War
• A story about a Jewish family in New York City at the turn of the 20th century
• Adventures of a Crow Indian living on the Great Plains

These read-alouds will not only entertain but also help your child connect with the past and understand the struggles of those who lived through pivotal moments in history.

Readers

In addition to historical fiction, your child will meet inspiring figures like Helen Keller, Harriet Tubman, and Thomas Edison. These readers complement the history content, offering stories that are both educational and fun!

Essential Resources

To enrich your child’s learning experience, Reading with History E includes a few essential resources:

• The Timeline Book: A visual tool that allows students to track and understand historical events.
• The Markable Map: An interactive map that helps students visualize key events and locations in history.

With Reading with History E, you’ll provide your child with an engaging and immersive study of American history. Through captivating stories, hands-on activities, and visual resources, this program brings history to life in a way that fosters a deep understanding of the events that shaped the United States.

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