America's Story Vol. 1 - Softcover

Angela O'Dell

Softcover

ISBN 10: 089051979X ISBN 13: 9780890519790

Publisher: Master Books, 2017

Synopsis

Embark on a Faith-Filled Journey Through American History from the Ancient Americas to the Great Gold Rush, with Full-Color Illustrations, Stories, Maps, Hands-On Activities, and More!

America's Story Volume 1, designed for ages 8-11, is a 1-year full-color student textbook featuring:

• Engaging narrative to capture even the shortest attention spans
• Beautiful historic illustrations, photographs, and maps
• Relatable stories of the people and places from the most key moments in America's history
• And much more!

The America's Story 1 Teacher's Guide (sold separately) is packed with:

• Helpful teacher tips, answer keys, and lesson schedules
• Worksheets with reflection questions for active listening and retention
• Assignments with hands-on activities for engagement and application
• And more!

Through 28 chapters and 5 built-in review sections, America's Story 1 helps your kids imagine themselves at the table of the first Thanksgiving, discovering the patriotism that jumpstarted the Revolutionary War, and experiencing the cries for justice that led to the Abolitionist Movement!

Enjoy Having Exciting, Interactive Stories

O'Dell's lively storytelling style ensures history comes alive in an exciting way! Through engaging narrative, O'Dell interacts with students and draws them in to imagine the adventures, hardships, failures, and triumphs of the incredible characters who shaped American history. In America's Story 1, an American history curriculum, your student will:

• Learn about those who lived & thrived in the Americas first
• Meet the Christian Viking who accidentally discovered America around 1000 A.D.
• Become acquainted with the many explorers and their amazing tales of the Americas
• Discover how simple words were used to powerfully shape the course of history
• Follow along through the Revolutionary War and watch as the Constitution of the United States of America is drafted
• Tell of the triumphs, hardships, mistakes, and victories that together formed the nation we now know
• And so much more!

Key Features of America's Story 1

• Easy to Read—Enjoy age-appropriate lessons that are easy to understand and absorb
• Full Color Illustrations, Maps, and Diagrams—Help your kids retain key concepts and historical moments with visuals
• Hands-On Activities—Includes a fun build-your-own timeline, puzzles, and more
• Flexible—Follow the 1-year schedule or build your own
• Ready-to-Use—No planning or prep required! Includes a daily lesson schedule with grab-and-go worksheets

About this title

About the Author

As a homeschooling mom and author, ANGELA O’DELL embraces many aspects of the Charlotte Mason method, yet knows that modern children need an education that fits the needs of this generation. Based upon her foundational belief in a living God for a living education, she has worked to bring a curriculum that will reach deep into the heart of home-educated children and their families. She has written over 20 books, including her history series. Angela’s goal is to bring materials that teach and train hearts and minds to find the answers for our generation in the never changing truth of God and His Word.

Edition details

• Publisher: Master Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 089051979X
• ISBN 13: 9780890519790
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 284