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History: If not using MODULES, then what?
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I will second Truthquest, we use it and it is wonderful. For now, since you are so busy, you can read the insight commentary and choose a spine. Even exposing them a little bit will be beneficial. And if you can keep your computer and printer available I recommend Notebooking Pages.com so they can complete their own narration in a fun way. Here is the link: http://notebookingpages.com/archives/3148/ Rats! Looks like she is having computer problems now but you can see what she has available.
We are using Mystery of History this year. I used module 1 last year and really wanted to make it fit in a 4-year cycle, but couldn’t figure out how to accomplish it. I also wasn’t crazy about the Geurber book for mod 2 and couldn’t find a substitution I liked. We’ll be able to add in some living books, but they are optional. We are also expecting a baby this year, so I figured it would be nice to just stick to the text at that time (or invest in the audios). I’m not sure it’s going to be any lighter than SCM, but we can customize it to fit our schedule…adding more when we have time and sticking to the basics when we are busy.
Well, if you liked The Light and the Glory…. Did you know there was one for children? With two follow-up books that are also written for children Sea to Shining Sea and Sounding Forth the Trumpet. We are not at that point in our history studies yet, but I’ll definitely be looking into those when before next year!
This is something I could REALLY USE clarification on> When we did Tapestry, it was 4 years. I did 2 years, and in the 3rd year (would have been this year) we were just getting into presidents and American History.So 2 years of world, 2 years of American. With SCM Modules, I am surprised, that it takes what, 5 and a half years to get to AMERICA? And then you only do it for Module 6 (and only 2 of the days of the week)>? Again, if I am not understanding the samples and previews correctly, please let me know. I really want {SIMPLE} as a friend above pointed out….moving and having a baby!
The Modules are designed to be chronological by keeping Ancient History in step with the Bible History – hence Ancient Egypt with Genesis thru Deut; Ancient Greece with Joshua thru Malachi, and Ancient Rome with Matthew thru Acts…and on into more specific Bible studies as you continue your history journey. This allows a better study of the Bible history – and the cultures that were so dramatically a part of the Bible.
Someone who has done this before, does this not seem like a balanced scale, or am I seeing it wrong? 5 years of History before we get to America? I just really want to make sure they get American History!
It does seem strange to not study American history first when you come from a traditional educational plan, though. =) And we all know that American History is important, but it is important to put it into perspective as well…our country’s history has been, is still, and will continue to be influenced by world events, and world events are affected by what we as a nation do.
All the modules are designed to be stand-alone, meaning that you can choose any of them to start and just rotate them around. The other absolute advantage is that all the books in Bible, Geography, and History are scheduled through the year, are wonderful quality living books, and the module is flip it open and go…even has tips to remind you of timeline events, things to do, and a heads-up when encountering sensitive material. It is perfect for busy moms. That means that if you chose to use a Module, you could easily start with Module 5 and be fine.
2) I did metnion I came from TAPESTRY>? It’s hard to believe this is ENOUGH.
It is enough. I know from personal experience that they work, that my kids retain much more information, that the books and people mean something to them. It puts the burden of learning on the student instead of you as the teacher. So it takes some adjustment on your part as the teacher and some faith in the CM methods and philosphy.
1) I am not sure I’m gonna love the Stories of the Nations and Stories of the World. I have read In the Light of His Glory, by Marshall, and it is oozing in Christian perspective. When I look at the above samples, it seems a bit, ya know, history-ish. I know it’s Christian, but it doesn’t seem to say much about it? The roots? The importance? But I only read the samples. Any wrong thoughts here, please redirect me!
I haven’t read them any of those books yet, but wanted to just mention that the books on history will be about historical events, and will support a Christian worldview.
You may look at this thread and see what you do what it suggests. It might ease your mind. 😉
If you really don’t want to use one, choose a comprehensive spine to cover the times and read it with your children. Add in extra picture books and some chapter books about different events that you want to spend some time with. Keep track of them and you will be fine. A great place to find inexpensive books for that is Heritage History. They have an Early American library that contains 82 living books about American history. You can view the library here: http://www.heritage-history.com/?c=products&s=libraries#hcl
Hi! So glad to read all this, everyone, great timing! My DD5 is just doing kindergarten this year, so we’re not into history and everything yet. BUT obviously, I’m a researching fool….constantly…researching.. especially in this area of history/geography/bible. I have always planned to go with the SCM Modules.
But, as I grow in this homeschooling journey, along with my daughter, I come to more realizations about how we both function. And the more I look at the module samples, I’m just not sure that we’re “lessons” kind of people. In other words – read this chapter here, do this map, answer these questions, read this other chapter, etc. I’m actually starting to feel that it might stress me out more.
SO, I might actually be one of those people that just does a book list! Eek! I have recently just found the All Through the Ages book of books that someone else recommended, and it seems like just what I was looking for. The lists are broken down by historical age, grade level AND topic (overview of the era, culture, people, etc.).
But if I didn’t do the ‘just books’ route, I’d definitely do the SCM modules. I guess in a year we’ll see what I ended up doing 😛
This is an awesome thread, thanks so much for sharing everyone! I am in a similiar situation in that I recently purchased the SCM module 3 (along with the recommended books) and in looking at them, felt nervous if it would be enough for our 4th, 7th, and 9th grade children. Then again, who is the boss of “enough,” anyway? Those of us who went to public school most of our lives are trained a certain way, and are told that if we’re not teaching our children x, y, and z, then they are not learning. The fear of God is the beginning of knowledge, and the Lord just reminded me of that. Thanks again, everyone. God bless you all as you disciple your children to be mighty arrows for the kingdom!
Blessings, Jackie in TN
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