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History!
SKU
052927
ISBN
9781465481757
Grade 4-7
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Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
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Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
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Description
This unique, historical encyclopedia gives a brief overview of the different times, culture, and advances through the ages. Starting with the first known humans, going through each of the following major stages: The Ancient World, The Medieval World, The Age of Exploration, The Age of Revolution, and The Modern World. Within each major stage are important events and developments during that time frame. Included are several pictures, paintings, relics, documents, and animations for each time period. This book is a rich resource for getting a glimpse of how we've gotten to where we are today. Note: This book supports an evolutionary worldview. 208 pgs, hc.
Publisher's Description of History!
Transform your view of history with this groundbreaking visual encyclopedia of the events of the past.
From the disciplined armies of ancient Rome and the lives of ferocious samurai warriors to World War II and today's eco-friendly innovations, historical events are visualized in incredible detail, providing a fascinating introduction to the world through time.
You'll find yourself transported into the past through engaging explanations, incredible illustrations, phenomenal photographs, and jaw-dropping computer-generated images.
This new book in the Knowledge Encyclopedia series will inspire young readers with its vivid depictions of history and its comprehensive and authoritative information on a huge range of topics. Highly detailed CGI images bring subjects to life, allowing readers to peer inside ancient buildings, marvel at elaborate outfits, and become transported into the battles of history.
Journey through history from our earliest ancestors right up to the world we live in today.
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-7 |
| Brand: | DK Children |
| ISBN: | 9781465481757 |
| Length in Inches: | 12.125 |
| Width in Inches: | 10.125 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 3.1 |
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I like the Smithsonian series and wanted an engaging birds-eye-view history book.