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Level 3: Students will advance to new heights in their reading abilities with All About Reading Level 3. Adding onto the skills learned in prior levels, students will learn 16 new phonograms, including OA, IGH, KN, and others. Hands-on activities continue to provide a tactile way to review and learn words. At the same time, the exciting 25 integrated, decodable stories help increase comprehension. Chapters in Level 3 are a bit longer, allowing plots to become more detailed and nuanced while remaining humorous and wholesome as in earlier levels. By the completion of All About Reading Level 3, many students are ready to graduate from phonics instruction to a traditional reading course. Others will advance to Level 4 to finish learning all the phonics needed to decode just about any word. All About Reading All About Reading (AAR) is the multisensory, mastery-based program you’ve heard about. Suitable for all ages and with activities that benefit all learning styles, AAR teaches phonics, decoding, fluency, and comprehension in a fun and engaging way. Moving at a gentler pace than other more intense reading programs, with AAR, only one new concept is taught at a time. Their precept-upon-precept program works with all kids, and AAR’s built-in review system helps the learning stick. Based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, 97% of English words can be learned according to phonetic rules, leaving only 3% as sight words. The progressive introduction of letters introduces vowels with consonants in a way that will allow your child to begin reading almost immediately. We particularly like how AAR integrates phonics instruction and phonics readers into a single comprehensive program, so they correlate directly with each other. And you will be thrilled to know that no prior training is needed. AAR has lightly scripted and illustrated “open and go” lessons that make your job easy and stress-free. Lessons are taught in short, manageable chunks. The author recommends students spend no more than 20 minutes a day learning to read, plus another 20 listening to a read-aloud. The student activity books add variety to the lessons and provide additional support. The phonetic readers are the best we have ever seen – beautifully illustrated hardcover books with finely detailed full-color drawings. The complete AAR program consists of five levels, from PreK through third grade. Our Level 3 Deluxe (with Tiles) Set: The All About Reading Level 3 Deluxe kit is our recommended set. It is the All About Reading system containing all the components required for teaching Level 3 with letter tiles and magnets added, as well as a sturdy reading tote bag. These physical letter tiles and magnets can take the place of the Letter Tiles app that we recommend for users of our app-dependent kit. For families who prefer a less technological, more tactile approach, the AAR Level 3 with Tiles Set may be the perfect choice. Find more information and comparisons below. The All About Reading Level 3 Deluxe includes the Level 3 Teacher's Manual, Student Packet with Activity Book, two readers, the Reader Divider Cards, and the Reading Review Box, plus Letter Tiles, Magnets, Tote Bag, and the supplementary Phonograms Sounds App. You may also want to add a magnetic whiteboard, which is recommended but not required. Our Level 3 App-Dependent Set: The All About Reading Level 3 App-Dependent Set contains all the essential books and review box required for teaching Level 3, but no Letter Tiles. Instead, your family will purchase the Letter Tiles app, available for tablets on various app stores. The Letter Tiles app is an innovative, phenomenally effective, and incredibly convenient way to implement hands-on learning and practice with All About Reading. Find more information and comparisons below. The Level 3 App-Dependent Set includes the Level 3 Teacher's Manual, Student Packet with Activity Book, two readers, the Reader Divider Cards, and the Reading Review Box. You’ll also need to add the Letter Tiles app, available on iTunes, Google Play, and the Kindle app store. App-Based vs. Magnetic Tiles For our Timberdoodle curriculum kits, we’ve opted for the Deluxe Set that includes the Letter Tiles. This provides the hands-on aspect of real tiles, and equips you to teach with no requirement of access to a tablet or additional purchase of an app. However, since the Letter Tiles app allows for incredible ease of use and storage, if convenience is your top priority, the App-Dependent Kit may be the choice for you. Here is a brief comparison of the two options: With the physical letter tiles (Deluxe): No tablet is required to complete the lessons No additional purchase of an app is required Larger tiles are easy to read It's easy to incorporate hands-on alphabetizing practice Tricky word parts can be highlighted with markers Timeless, traditional, and tactile educational tool No screen time! With the Letter Tiles app (required for the App-Dependent Kit): It is immediately prepared for any lesson, and automatically organizes itself No more worries about lost letter tiles No need for a whiteboard It's easy to capitalize words You can hear the sounds of the phonograms seamlessly as you teach Lessons are easy to teach "on the go" Need to switch between students? No problem! Simply select your current lesson in All About Reading and you're ready to begin. Features Newer Version - Color Edition! All About Reading Level 3 Deluxe includes: Level 3 Fully-Updated Teacher's Manual with new material, including expanded “Before You Begin” and appendices sections - Download a sample PDF here Student Packet with full-color Activity Book - Download a sample PDF here Two full-color, heirloom-quality readers: Chasing Henry - Download a sample PDF here Shipwreck! - Download a sample PDF here Reading Review Box with Divider Cards Letter Tiles and Magnets Tote Bag Supplementary Phonograms Sounds App Level 3 App-Dependent Set includes:: Level 3 Fully-Updated Teacher's Manual Student Packet with full-color Activity Book Two full-color, heirloom-quality readers Reading Review Box with Divider Cards You’ll also need to add the affordable, phenomenally effective and convenient Letter Tiles app, available separately on iTunes, Google Play, and the Kindle app store. Already own the Letter Tiles or App, Reading Divider Cards, and Reading Review Box? You can get the Student and Teacher Materials Only option, which includes: (Requires Letter Tiles or App & Review Box + Divider Cards): Student Packet (activity book, flashcards, and stickers) - Download an activity book sample PDF here Teacher's Manual 2 Readers Teaching Multiple Students? Each additional student will need an Extra Student Set, which includes: Student Packet (activity book, flashcards, and stickers) - Download a sample PDF here Reading Review Box Reader Divider Cards Please note: You do need the Letter Tiles app or the physical Letter Tiles and the Readers in order to be able to use this set. If you do not have these items, please purchase the Deluxe or App-Dependent Set. Already own the Letter Tiles or App, Reading Divider Cards, Reading Review Box, and Teacher's Manual? You can get the Student Pack Only option, which includes just the Student Packet (activity book, flashcards, and stickers) - Download an activity book sample PDF here. Please note: You do need the Letter Tiles app or the physical Letter Tiles, Readers, the Reading Divider Cards, the Reading Review Box, and the Teacher's Manual in order to be able to use this set. If you do not have these items, please purchase the Deluxe or App-Dependent Set. Level 3 Placement and Skills Not sure if this is the right level for your student? Download the placement test. What will my student learn in Level 3? Your student will learn exciting new concepts, including the jobs of Silent E, new phonograms, and methods for decoding multisyllable words – and continue to establish a firm foundation for a lifetime of learning. Every component of reading is taught: decoding (phonics and structural analysis), vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Below is a sampling in each area. Decoding (Phonics) Learn phonograms AI, AY, OA, IR, UR, OO, EA, IGH, TCH, DGE, EW, WR, KN, EIGH, OE, and TI, and read words containing the new phonograms; such as paint, play, boat, third, purple, soon, mean, light, match, budge, flew, wrong, know, sleigh, toe, and action. Also read words with Pickle syllables, as in bubble and table. Decoding (Structural Analysis) Identify base words; read words with vowel suffixes, as in fastest, and consonant suffixes, as in gladly; read words with prefixes, as in mistake, and learn syllable division rules for reading multi-syllable words. Vocabulary Discuss new words in the context of the story and one’s own life, and understand homophones, synonyms, antonyms, onomatopoeia, alliteration, similes, idioms, and personification. Fluency Read with accuracy, meaningful expression, and natural phrasing. Comprehension Connect text to one's own experiences, make predictions, compare and contrast main characters, and skim for specific information All About Reading Level 3 Scope and Sequence. Publisher: All About Learning Press Faith-Based?: No review by Mombrite ”Instead of simply going through the rules and memorizing new words, AAR’s multi-sensory hands-on activities get your kids excited about practicing the new rules that they just learned.” Read the Review

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Daily 6-Trait Writing Help your child develop writing skills using daily lessons that fit into every language arts program. Are you familiar with trait writing? Trait-based writing is an impressive method educators have developed to determine if a child's writing is skilled or not. The six traits or characteristics that shape quality writing are content; organization; word choice; sentence fluency; voice, and conventions, including grammar, spelling, and mechanics. It may sound ominous, but Daily 6-Trait Writing has made it effortless. With 125 dynamic writing lessons, Daily 6-Trait Writing will provide your child with practice and instruction concerning all the skills essential to becoming a competent writer. Research proves that a solid understanding of the six traits of writing improves a child's ability to write successfully. Just fifteen minutes or less a day is all it will take. Daily 6-Trait Writing correlates to educators' state standards. Twenty-five weeks of instruction cover the following trait-based writing skills: Ideas Week 1: Choose a Good Topic Week 2: Add Details Week 3: Choose Better Details Week 4: Stick to the Topic Week 5: Review Organization Week 1: Put Things in the Right Order Week 2: Beginning, Middle, and End Week 3: Group Together Ideas and Details Week 4: Group by How Things Are the Same or Different Week 5: Review Word Choice Week 1: Use Strong Verbs Week 2: Describe the Action Week 3: Describe People, Places, and Things Week 4: Use Exact Nouns Week 5: Review Sentence Fluency Week 1: Write a Sentence Week 2: Write Longer Sentences Week 3: Fix Run-on and Rambling Sentences Week 4: Combine Choppy Sentences Week 5: Review Voice Week 1: Use Formal and Informal Language Week 2: Use Different Writing Styles Week 3: Create a Mood Week 4: Write from Different Points of View Week 5: Review Features Flip through the first twenty pages of Daily 6-Trait Writing Grade 2 Publisher's Information Number of Pages: 160 Format: Paperback Publisher: Evan-Moor Educational Publishers Edition/Copyright: 2008 Made In: USA ISBN: 9781596732872 Consumable: Yes Reproducible: Yes Faith-Based: No review by Hopkins Homeschool ”We loved adding this book into our daily homeschool schedule. It did not take up too much time and fit perfect into everything else we were already learning.” Read the Review

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Help your child develop writing skills using daily lessons that fit into every language arts program. Are you familiar with trait writing? Trait-based writing is an impressive method educators have developed to determine if a child's writing is skilled or not.
 
The six traits or characteristics that shape quality writing are content; organization; word choice; sentence fluency; voice, and conventions, including grammar, spelling, and mechanics. It may sound ominous, but Daily 6-Trait Writing has made it effortless.
 
With 125 dynamic writing lessons, Daily 6-Trait Writing will provide your child with practice and instruction concerning all the skills essential to becoming a competent writer. Research proves that a solid understanding of the six traits of writing improves a child's ability to write successfully. Just fifteen minutes or less a day is all it will take. Daily 6-Trait Writing correlates to educators' state standards.
 Twenty-five weeks of instruction cover the following trait-based writing skills: Ideas Week 1: Choose a Good Topic Week 2: Add Details Week 3: Choose Better Details Week 4: Stick to the Topic Week 5: Review Organization Week 1: Put Things in the Right Order Week 2: Beginning, Middle, and End Week 3: Group Together Ideas and Details Week 4: Group by How Things Are the Same or Different Week 5: Review Word Choice Week 1: Use Strong Verbs Week 2: Describe the Action Week 3: Describe People, Places, and Things Week 4: Use Exact Nouns Week 5: Review Sentence Fluency Week 1: Write a Sentence Week 2: Write Longer Sentences Week 3: Fix Run-on and Rambling Sentences Week 4: Combine Choppy Sentences Week 5: Review Voice Week 1: Use Formal and Informal Language Week 2: Use Different Writing Styles Week 3: Create a Mood Week 4: Write from Different Points of View Week 5: Review 
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Spelling You See - Level C We love this multisensory spelling program and are convinced it will help your child become a confident, successful speller, naturally and at his own speed. And it has the research to back us up. Because Spelling You See encourages visual memory rather than rote memory, there are no weekly spelling lists or tests, and very little instructor preparation is required. Each daily lesson in Spelling You See uses real words presented in context within poems or informational passages. Each lesson is colorful, short, to the point, and fun! Did I mention we’re in love? You will be too when you discover how relaxed and easy it is to implement Spelling You See. Instructor’s handbooks are relatively small but packed with valuable information that will show how simple this program is and how comfortably it will fit into your daily life. Also included are answer keys and dictation material essential for each level. Unsure where to start your child? Click here to download an easy pdf guide Features Why Spelling You See? This edition is a revised edition - released 1/31/2022View a sample lesson of Wild Tales Are phonics taught in Spelling You See? Read the answer to this frequently asked question on our blog.Publisher: Demme Learning Faith-Based: No

Spelling You See - Level C
We love this multisensory spelling program and are convinced it will help your child become a confident, successful speller, naturally and at his own speed. And it has the research to back us up. Because Spelling You See encourages visual memory rather than rote memory, there are no weekly spelling lists or tests, and very little instructor preparation is required.
 
Each daily lesson in Spelling You See uses real words presented in context within poems or informational passages. Each lesson is colorful, short, to the point, and fun! Did I mention we’re in love? You will be too when you discover how relaxed and easy it is to implement Spelling You See.
 
Instructor’s handbooks are relatively small but packed with valuable information that will show how simple this program is and how comfortably it will fit into your daily life. Also included are answer keys and dictation material essential for each level.
 
<a href="http://spellingyousee.com/downloads/SpellingReadiness.pdf" target="new">Unsure where to start your child? Click here to download an easy pdf guide</a> 
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Why Spelling You See? <iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/si3itXcJ-b2Q6r6YR.html" width="640" height="360" title="Why Spelling You See?" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> This edition is a revised edition - released 1/31/2022 <a href="https://spellingyousee.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/WT_SampleLesson3.pdf" target="new">View a sample lesson of Wild Tales</a> Are phonics taught in Spelling You See? <a href="http://www.timberdoodlecompany.com/doodleblog/2016/07/11/are-phonics-taught-in-spelling-you-see/" target="_blank">Read the answer to this frequently asked question on our blog.</a> Publisher: Demme Learning Faith-Based: No

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Lost Trail: Nine Days Alone in the Wilderness In 1939 the entire nation anxiously watched as a parent's nightmare unfolded. Twelve-year-old Donn Fendler was hiking Maine's highest mountain, mile-high Katahdin, when he became separated from his family. As a dark storm moved in, Donn became even more disoriented. He emerged nine long days later, grossly malnourished, bare feet cut to shreds, and with scarcely a stitch of clothing intact but alive. Lost Trail: Nine Days Alone in the Wilderness is the true story of that perilous journey, meticulously retold in a graphic novel. Donn's gripping story was made famous 70 years ago by the best-selling book, Lost on a Mountain in Maine. For the first time, Donn tells the story of survival and rescue from his own perspective in this skillfully illustrated graphic novel, Lost Trail. Children will be enthralled to read the day-by-day account of how a 12-year-old Boy Scout from a New York City suburb survived cold, hunger, bears, a tumble into an icy river, and hallucinations. And they will cheer when they read of how Donn's rescue was celebrated with a huge parade and an opportunity to meet the President of the United States. As a graphic novel, Lost Trail introduces younger and more reluctant readers to a true story that has captivated children for more than 70 years. Features Reading Level: Ages 9 and up Format: Paperback Pages: 64 Publisher: Down East Books

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Word Fun Written whimsically and conversationally, Word Fun is a gentle introduction to the eight most significant parts of speech: nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, conjunctions, interjections, and prepositions. Word Fun's vivid and imaginative full-page illustrations will help even your younger children visualize each part of speech. Each colorful section includes a child-friendly definition, followed by plenty of examples in a story-like style. Every section ends with an activity to reinforce what was learned. A brief glossary and a few additional resources are also included. The goofy storylines and striking, full-of-movement illustrations in Word Fun make what would otherwise be a dull topic inviting. Features Word Fun is a compilation of the following books: If You Were a Noun If You Were a Verb If You Were an Adjective If You Were an Adverb If You Were a Pronoun If You Were a Conjunction If You Were an Interjection If You Were a Preposition Publisher's Information Author:Michael Dahl & Nancy Loewen Number of Pages: 192 Format: Paperback Publisher: Picture Window Books Edition/Copyright: 2008 Made In: China ISBN: 9781404844261 Consumable: No Reproducible: No Faith-Based: No Review by Anyday Blessings ”The text of the book is entertaining, causing many giggles here. However, it is not “too” silly to lose the effect of teaching the eight parts of speech. On the contrary, I feel that the silliness helps to illustrate the power of word choice in communicating images to a reader.” Read the Review

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Written whimsically and conversationally, Word Fun is a gentle introduction to the eight most significant parts of speech: nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, conjunctions, interjections, and prepositions.
 
Word Fun's vivid and imaginative full-page illustrations will help even your younger children visualize each part of speech. Each colorful section includes a child-friendly definition, followed by plenty of examples in a story-like style. Every section ends with an activity to reinforce what was learned. A brief glossary and a few additional resources are also included. The goofy storylines and striking, full-of-movement illustrations in Word Fun make what would otherwise be a dull topic inviting.
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Math-U-See Beta is typically a good fit for a student entering second grade; to find the Math-U-See level that best fits your child you can try the placement test here. Math-U-See Beta Beta builds on the foundation in Alpha and advances to multiple-digit addition and subtraction. An important concept introduced in Alpha but expanded in Beta is the concept of place value. Understanding this concept is necessary for a complete comprehension of multiple-digit operations. The place value chart and math manipulatives allow your student to see place value in action. About Math-U-See Curriculum For more than 20 years, Math-U-See's renowned mastery-based, multi-sensory, student-paced program has been the answer for countless families. Math-U-See is a comprehensive K-12 math curriculum that uses manipulatives to illustrate and teach the concepts. If you regularly experience tears from your child whenever new mathematical topics are introduced, you need Math-U-See's systematic, precept-upon-precept math program. This manipulative-based curriculum ensures your children will be able to fully understand each mathematical concept before moving on to another one. Math-U-See is mastery-oriented, clear, to the point, and compelling with simple, uncluttered pages. In Math-U-See, new ideas are introduced step by step logically. At the same time, concepts that have been mastered are reviewed periodically. The lessons are short, and there are many opportunities for multi-sensory experiences using videos and manipulatives. Math-U-See books are organized into levels, not grades, so students can proceed at their own pace as they master concepts. This is particularly helpful for the child that is not performing at grade level but would rather not have that be a daily reminder. Student workbooks are softcover, and the pages are perforated and punched so they can be removed, completed, and placed in binders if you choose. Occasional fun exercises, like dot-to-dots and crossword puzzles, have been incorporated into the student workbooks. Student workbook pages are consumable, so each child will need their own copy. Instruction manuals include complete answer keys with solutions for all problems. This is more a necessity at the upper levels than the lower ones. The Math-U-See Manipulatives are more than a supplement. They are an integral part of the curriculum. Used from the Primer through Algebra 1 levels, the manipulatives build each concept from place value through polynomials through Integer Blocks, Fraction Overlays, and Algebra/Decimal Inserts. Math-U-See does require a fair amount of parental involvement, especially in the younger grades. They have bent over backwards to make the lesson planning as painless as possible. But to get the most out of Math-U-See, parents should be prepared to plan and not start the lessons unprepared. Math-U-See's teacher guide and supplemental DVD will teach you, the parent, more than just how to solve a math problem. They also show why the problem is solved in this manner and when to apply the concept. Each lesson is demonstrated on the DVDs with such kind-hearted enthusiasm. I now understand why children line up at homeschool conferences to give the instructor, Steve Demme, a hug. DVDs can be played on a DVD player or computer; however, Windows 10 users will need to download a separate video player. Math-U-See is laid out with step-by-step procedures for introducing, practicing, mastering, and reviewing concepts. How do you know when your child has 'mastered' a math concept? Not just when he gets the answers right but when he can teach the concept back to you, especially if he can do so with a word problem. Math-U-See will show you how. So, if you want to give your child a rock-solid mathematical foundation, if your child is shaky on the basics, or just looking for a no-frills, common-sense program, you will be pleased with Math-U-See. Note: Math-U-See manipulative comes in a standard cardboard box with a lightweight plastic tray. These do not hold up well, either in shipment or daily life, so we'd suggest considering a different long-term storage option, such as a bin or bag. Our crew always does their best, but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that the packaging will arrive in good condition. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What Is Taught In The Beta Level? Major Concepts and Skills Include: Understanding place value and using it to add or subtract Fluently adding any combination of whole numbers Solving for an unknown addend Fluently subtracting any combination of whole numbers Solving abstract and real-world problems involving addition and subtraction Additional Concepts and Skills: Telling and writing time by hours and minutes Understanding, adding, and subtracting U.S. currency Measuring and estimating length with inches, feet, centimeters, and meters Comparing numbers and lengths Expressing differences between numbers as inequalities Finding the perimeter of any polygon Representing and interpreting data in plots and graphs --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In What Order Do I Use the Math-U-See Levels? There are seven books for elementary grades which can be used in the following order: Primer, Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Epsilon, and Zeta. These first seven books are followed by Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, PreCalculus with Trigonometry, and Calculus. Placement tests for the different levels are available here. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- How Do I Choose Which Curriculum Set I Need? Beta Universal Set Beta Universal Set The Math-U-See Beta Universal Set includes the Instruction Pack, Student Pack, Integer Block Kit, and lifetime access to the Beta Digital Pack. (The Digital Pack includes streaming access to the same lesson videos as the DVDs, as well as PDF versions of the instruction materials and other online resources.) If this is your first time using Math-U-See, the Universal Set is for you. Beta Level Up Set The Beta Level Up Set includes the Instruction Pack, Student Pack, and lifetime access to the Beta Digital Pack. The Level Up Set is a good fit for families who already have the Integer Block Kit but still need the books and content. Beta Instruction Pack The Instruction Pack includes the Instruction Manual, DVD Instructional set, and Digital Pack. Beta Student Pack The Student Pack includes only the student workbook and the test booklet. The Student Pack is suitable for families using the Beta level with a second student. You must have the Instruction Pack to utilize Math-U-See effectively. If you do not already own the Instruction Pack, you should purchase the Universal Set or Level Up set, not the Student Pack. Features Beta Overview: Beta Lesson 11 Sample:Place View: View a sample lesson for Math-U-See Beta. Table of Contents: Place Value And The Manipulatives Sequencing; Word Problem Tips Inequalities Rounding To 10 And Estimation Multiple-Digit Addition Skip Count By 2 Addition With Regrouping (Carrying) Skip Count By 10 Skip Count By 5; 5¢ = 1 Nickel Money: Decimal Point And Dollars Rounding To Hundreds Adding Money; Mental Math Column Addition Measurement: 12 Inches = 1 Foot Perimeter Thousands And Place-Value Notation Rounding To Thousands Multiple-Digit Column Addition More Multiple-Digit Column Addition Multiple-Digit Subtraction Telling Time: Minutes Subtraction With Regrouping (Borrowing) Telling Time: Hours Subtraction: Three-Digit Numbers Ordinal Numbers; Tally Marks Subtraction: Four-Digit Numbers Subtraction: Money Subtraction: Multiple-Digit Numbers Reading Gauges And Thermometers Bar Graphs And Line Graphs Publisher: Demme Learning Series: Math-U-See Faith-Based: No Please note: Math-U-See comes in a standard cardboard box with lightweight plastic tray. These do not hold up well, either in shipment or in daily life, so we'd suggest considering a different long-term storage option, such as a bin or bag. Our crew always does their best, but unfortunately we cannot guarantee that the packaging will arrive in good condition. CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Math-U-See Beta is typically a good fit for a student entering second grade; to find the Math-U-See level that best fits your child you can try the <a href="https://timberdoodle.mathusee.com/" target="new">placement test here</a>. 
Math-U-See Beta
Beta builds on the foundation in Alpha and advances to multiple-digit addition and subtraction. 
 
An important concept introduced in Alpha but expanded in Beta is the concept of place value. Understanding this concept is necessary for a complete comprehension of multiple-digit operations. The place value chart and math manipulatives allow your student to see place value in action.
 
About Math-U-See Curriculum
For more than 20 years, Math-U-See's renowned mastery-based, multi-sensory, student-paced program has been the answer for countless families. 
 
Math-U-See is a comprehensive K-12 math curriculum that uses manipulatives to illustrate and teach the concepts. If you regularly experience tears from your child whenever new mathematical topics are introduced, you need Math-U-See's systematic, precept-upon-precept math program.
 
This manipulative-based curriculum ensures your children will be able to fully understand each mathematical concept before moving on to another one. 
 
Math-U-See is mastery-oriented, clear, to the point, and compelling with simple, uncluttered pages. In Math-U-See, new ideas are introduced step by step logically. At the same time, concepts that have been mastered are reviewed periodically. 
 
The lessons are short, and there are many opportunities for multi-sensory experiences using videos and manipulatives.
 
Math-U-See books are organized into levels, not grades, so students can proceed at their own pace as they master concepts. This is particularly helpful for the child that is not performing at grade level but would rather not have that be a daily reminder. 
 
Student workbooks are softcover, and the pages are perforated and punched so they can be removed, completed, and placed in binders if you choose. 
 
Occasional fun exercises, like dot-to-dots and crossword puzzles, have been incorporated into the student workbooks. Student workbook pages are consumable, so each child will need their own copy. 
 
Instruction manuals include complete answer keys with solutions for all problems. This is more a necessity at the upper levels than the lower ones.
 
The Math-U-See Manipulatives are more than a supplement. They are an integral part of the curriculum. Used from the Primer through Algebra 1 levels, the manipulatives build each concept from place value through polynomials through Integer Blocks, Fraction Overlays, and Algebra/Decimal Inserts.
 
Math-U-See does require a fair amount of parental involvement, especially in the younger grades. They have bent over backwards to make the lesson planning as painless as possible. But to get the most out of Math-U-See, parents should be prepared to plan and not start the lessons unprepared. 
 
Math-U-See's teacher guide and supplemental DVD will teach you, the parent, more than just how to solve a math problem. They also show why the problem is solved in this manner and when to apply the concept. 
 
Each lesson is demonstrated on the DVDs with such kind-hearted enthusiasm. I now understand why children line up at homeschool conferences to give the instructor, Steve Demme, a hug. DVDs can be played on a DVD player or computer; however, Windows 10 users will need to download a separate video player.
 
Math-U-See is laid out with step-by-step procedures for introducing, practicing, mastering, and reviewing concepts. How do you know when your child has 'mastered' a math concept? Not just when he gets the answers right but when he can teach the concept back to you, especially if he can do so with a word problem. 
 
Math-U-See will show you how. So, if you want to give your child a rock-solid mathematical foundation, if your child is shaky on the basics, or just looking for a no-frills, common-sense program, you will be pleased with Math-U-See.
 
Note: Math-U-See manipulative comes in a standard cardboard box with a lightweight plastic tray. These do not hold up well, either in shipment or daily life, so we'd suggest considering a different long-term storage option, such as a bin or bag. Our crew always does their best, but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that the packaging will arrive in good condition.
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<li>Understanding place value and using it to add or subtract</li>
<li>Fluently adding any combination of whole numbers</li>
<li>Solving for an unknown addend</li>
<li>Fluently subtracting any combination of whole numbers</li>
<li>Solving abstract and real-world problems involving addition and subtraction</li>
Additional Concepts and Skills: 
<li>Telling and writing time by hours and minutes</li>
<li>Understanding, adding, and subtracting U.S. currency</li>
<li>Measuring and estimating length with inches, feet, centimeters, and meters</li>
<li>Comparing numbers and lengths</li>
<li>Expressing differences between numbers as inequalities</li>
<li>Finding the perimeter of any polygon</li>
<li>Representing and interpreting data in plots and graphs</li>
 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In What Order Do I Use the Math-U-See Levels? There are seven books for elementary grades which can be used in the following order: Primer, Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Epsilon, and Zeta. These first seven books are followed by Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, PreCalculus with Trigonometry, and Calculus. Placement tests for the different levels are available <a href="https://timberdoodle.mathusee.com/" target="new">here</a>. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- How Do I Choose Which Curriculum Set I Need? Beta Universal Set Beta Universal Set
The Math-U-See Beta Universal Set includes the Instruction Pack, Student Pack, Integer Block Kit, and lifetime access to the Beta Digital Pack. (The Digital Pack includes streaming access to the same lesson videos as the DVDs, as well as PDF versions of the instruction materials and other online resources.)  If this is your first time using Math-U-See, the Universal Set is for you. 
 
Beta Level Up Set
The Beta Level Up Set includes the Instruction Pack, Student Pack, and lifetime access to the Beta Digital Pack. The Level Up Set is a good fit for families who already have the Integer Block Kit but still need the books and content.
 
Beta Instruction Pack
The Instruction Pack includes the Instruction Manual, DVD Instructional set, and Digital Pack.
 
Beta Student Pack
The Student Pack includes only the student workbook and the test booklet. The Student Pack is suitable for families using the Beta level with a second student. You must have the Instruction Pack to utilize Math-U-See effectively. If you do not already own the Instruction Pack, you should purchase the Universal Set or Level Up set, not the Student Pack. 
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Beta Overview: <iframe title="Beta Overview" height="360" width="640" src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/Q4qqNQvr-mg5a4jar.html" allowfullscreen="" scrolling="auto" frameborder="0"></iframe> Beta Lesson 11 Sample: <iframe title="Beta Lesson 11" height="360" width="640" src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/eHuiYMXF-mg5a4jar.html" allowfullscreen="" scrolling="auto" frameborder="0"></iframe> Place View: <iframe title="Place Value" height="360" width="640" src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/Z1yg84wR-mg5a4jar.html" allowfullscreen="" scrolling="auto" frameborder="0"></iframe> View a <a href="http://c8d06a5108a478991047-d2b8f846624deedeb4be8165ba46b5db.r23.cf1.rackcdn.com/beta_sample_lesson.pdf" target="new">sample lesson</a> for Math-U-See Beta. Table of Contents: 
<li>Place Value And The Manipulatives</li>
<li>Sequencing; Word Problem Tips</li>
<li>Inequalities</li>
<li>Rounding To 10 And Estimation</li>
<li>Multiple-Digit Addition</li>
<li>Skip Count By 2</li>
<li>Addition With Regrouping (Carrying)</li>
<li>Skip Count By 10</li>
<li>Skip Count By 5; 5¢ = 1 Nickel</li>
<li>Money: Decimal Point And Dollars</li>
<li>Rounding To Hundreds</li>
<li>Adding Money; Mental Math</li>
<li>Column Addition</li>
<li>Measurement: 12 Inches = 1 Foot</li>
<li>Perimeter</li>
<li>Thousands And Place-Value Notation</li>
<li>Rounding To Thousands</li>
<li>Multiple-Digit Column Addition</li>
<li>More Multiple-Digit Column Addition</li>
<li>Multiple-Digit Subtraction</li>
<li>Telling Time: Minutes</li>
<li>Subtraction With Regrouping (Borrowing)</li>
<li>Telling Time: Hours</li>
<li>Subtraction: Three-Digit Numbers</li>
<li>Ordinal Numbers; Tally Marks</li>
<li>Subtraction: Four-Digit Numbers</li>
<li>Subtraction: Money</li>
<li>Subtraction: Multiple-Digit Numbers</li>
<li>Reading Gauges And Thermometers</li>
<li>Bar Graphs And Line Graphs</li>
 Publisher: Demme Learning Series: <a href="https://timberdoodle.com/collections/math-u-see" target="new">Math-U-See </a> Faith-Based: No Please note: Math-U-See comes in a standard cardboard box with lightweight plastic tray. These do not hold up well, either in shipment or in daily life, so we'd suggest considering a different long-term storage option, such as a bin or bag. Our crew always does their best, but unfortunately we cannot guarantee that the packaging will arrive in good condition. <img alt="" src="//cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1994/4551/files/alert_red_large.jpg?v=1498264621">CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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Tenzi Simple, fast, fun, and purposeful, Tenzi is a perfect addition to your child’s curriculum. In the original Tenzi game, players roll ten dice. They reroll the ones that don’t match until all ten display identical numbers. Too easy? Opt for one of the many variations like Splitzi. Instead of getting all ten dice of one number, you must have five dice of one number and five dice of another number. In Target Tenzi, you have a numeric goal, for instance, 56, and you race to be the first to attain it. Or assign each player a number that he must roll for. Or… well, the options are endless, and so is the fun. Tenzi requires fast hands, the ability to make accurate calculations, and the gift of laughter. If you are looking to expand the ways you can play this game, you can pick up the TENZI Card Deck, which will give you 77 new ideas! You can find it here. Features Each game includes 40 dice (10 each of four different colors). Color assortments vary. Manufacturer: Carma Games, LLC Faith-Based: No Awards and Endorsements: ASTRA Best Toys for Kids 2012 Winner Learning Express Best Game of the Year in 2013 CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. review by Cummins Life ”This game is simple, fast and fun! All my kids enjoy it and it's a game we like to play as a family. ” Read the Review review by Homeschool Fanatic ”It all started with two colleagues, a bag of dice and the simple goal, “Let’s come up with a dice game.” After a very short time, the fast-paced dice game, Tenzi was born. Tenzi is quick, easy to learn, and suitable for ages 7 to 97 – although I might would stretch that even more!” Read the Review review by LaFamilia Foundation ”Honestly, this game looks so simple, yet it is entertaining and different from any other game. Because it truly is a box of Dice. You are probably asking yourself what you can do with a box of Dice? This is what Tenzi is about, and if you get the extra cards, it brings more of different ways you can play this game. We have so much fun as a family playing.” Read the Review review by Making Everyday Magic ”These brightly colored dice are a wonderful addition to our homeschool curriculum. We have enjoyed playing with them as a family, using the 77 additional ways to play, and creating our own games. Simply stacking the dice and spotting the number are great ways to engage my little one while big sister can use the dice for patterns, addition, subtraction, and multiplication.” Watch the video review by Roads to Everywhere ”We set the deck face down in the middle of the table and before each hand, we would flip the top card over to find out what the goal was for that hand. Our favorites are the patterns, where you roll to get the numbers shown and then arrange your dice in that specific pattern. The way we played it was whoever won the hand got to keep the card and after we had played through the deck whoever had the most cards was the winner.” Read the Review

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77 Ways to Play Tenzi As wonderful as Tenzi is, you may find playing the same game becomes tedious after a while. But with 77 Ways to Play Tenzi, you will find many creative ways to make this dice game enjoyable. Each durable, oversized card has instructions for a unique game. Draw a new card each round, call for rematches, or mix and match to create complicated rounds. There are three types of games: score-keeping, non-speed, and pattern games. In pattern games, you arrange the dice to match the card, which adds an additional layer of educational value and is spectacular for developing logic and puzzle-solving spatially. Not all of the colorful cards in the 77 Ways to Play Tenzi will be equally appealing, but changing up the games increases the replay value of TENZI. Three of the 77 cards are blank, so create your own TENZI game and name it after you! No dice included; see Tenzi for actual playing components. Features Faith-Based: No review by Just a Mom Trying to Make It Happen ”This deck of 77 ways to play cards is an additional purchase but a perfect way to make it more challenging for older kids. From using no thumbs to switching hands between each role there is a challenge for everyone. If seventy seven aren't enough there are cards to write your own challenge.” Read the Review review by Momz in the Know ”The Tenzi Card Deck includes variations where players must match all their dice to the pattern on the card, add up numbers to reach a target number, and even funny challenges such as playing with gloves or while standing on one foot. ” Read the Review review by A Mom's Quest to Teach ”With so many different ways to play Tenzi, you can easily fill a game night with just two simple purchases: the Tenzi game and the card deck. ” Read the Review review by Anyday Blessings ”Do you know how many variations of games you can play with just 10 dice? Well, I can tell you there are at least 77. We haven’t played them all, but that is certainly our aim over the next school year….and beyond.” Read the Review review by Educational Roots ”It’s so much fun! Some of the cards are more complicated and some are really goofy. They’re all a blast!” Watch the Video review by Project Happy Home ”77 More Ways to Play TENZI is such a great addition to family game night! It has found a regular place in our family's homeschool gameschooling routine.” Watch the Video

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Download sample pages from Building Thinking Skills Book 1 (PDF) Building Thinking Skills These thinking skills books are among our favorites because of their tremendous scope. They develop four basic analytical skills (similarities/differences, sequences, classification, and analogies) through figural and verbal problems. In addition, there are problems dealing with deductive reasoning, map skills, Venn diagrams, mental manipulation of two-dimensional objects, and much more. Studies have shown that students using these books have significantly raised their national test scores in both content and cognitive tests! What's more, these books are never dull! Features Building Thinking Skills Book 1 includes answers, objectives, and focus questions.Answers are located in the back of this book. Publisher's Information Authors: Sandra Parks, Howard Black Pages: 364 Activities: 1,072 Black & White: Yes Binding: Paperback Copyright: 2006 ISBN: 978-1-60144-149-2 Publisher: The Critical Thinking Co™ Printed In: USA Consumable: Yes Reproducible: Yes, for one home or classroom. Faith-Based: No Awards and Endorsements: The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Mom's Choice Awards Gold Medal for Excellence Parent Tested, Parent Approved Winner's Seal Mensa Recommended Materials for the Gifted iParenting Media Award Parent Tested, Parent Approved (PTPA) Seal of Approval Cathy Duffy 101 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum Dr. Toy 10 Best Software Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence Award Learning® Magazine Teacher's Choice Award iParenting Media Excellent Products Cathy Duffy Top 100 Award Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products Learning® Magazine Recommended Resource for Successful Teaching The Well-Trained Mind Recommended Resource for Logic and Critical Thinking 2014 Practical Homeschooling Reader Awards™ - 3rd Place, Logic Category Dr. Toy Best Classic Toy Award Practical Homeschooling Magazine 2nd Place Reader Award The Old Schoolhouse Magazine 1st Place 2012 Excellence in Education Award review by the Flanders Family ”The workbooks are designed to be consumable, but I’ve always preferred to sit with a child on either side of me and work through the exercises together — at least for the beginning books. They think through each problem and take turns pointing to the correct answer.” Read the Review

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These thinking skills books are among our favorites because of their tremendous scope. They develop four basic analytical skills (similarities/differences, sequences, classification, and analogies) through figural and verbal problems.
 
In addition, there are problems dealing with deductive reasoning, map skills, Venn diagrams, mental manipulation of two-dimensional objects, and much more.
 
Studies have shown that students using these books have significantly raised their national test scores in both content and cognitive tests! What's more, these books are never dull!
 
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Building Thinking Skills Book 1 includes answers, objectives, and focus questions. Answers are located in the back of this book. Publisher's Information Authors: Sandra Parks, Howard Black Pages: 364 Activities: 1,072 Black &amp; White: Yes Binding: Paperback Copyright: 2006 ISBN: 978-1-60144-149-2 Publisher: The Critical Thinking Co™ Printed In: USA Consumable: Yes Reproducible: Yes, for one home or classroom. Faith-Based: No <img src="//cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1994/4551/files/ribbon_large.gif?v=1500415094" alt="">Awards and Endorsements: The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Mom's Choice Awards Gold Medal for Excellence Parent Tested, Parent Approved Winner's Seal Mensa Recommended Materials for the Gifted iParenting Media Award Parent Tested, Parent Approved (PTPA) Seal of Approval Cathy Duffy 101 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum Dr. Toy 10 Best Software Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence Award Learning® Magazine Teacher's Choice Award iParenting Media Excellent Products Cathy Duffy Top 100 Award Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products Learning® Magazine Recommended Resource for Successful Teaching The Well-Trained Mind Recommended Resource for Logic and Critical Thinking 2014 Practical Homeschooling Reader Awards™ - 3rd Place, Logic Category Dr. Toy Best Classic Toy Award Practical Homeschooling Magazine 2nd Place Reader Award The Old Schoolhouse Magazine 1st Place 2012 Excellence in Education Award
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Q-bitz Solo Q-bitz is a magnificent visual agility game that will never lose its fascination. Players recreate the patterns with twenty pattern cards and sixteen cubes as quickly as possible. From matching the card shown to having ten seconds to study a card and then remaking the pattern from memory, each variation of these fast-paced rounds requires a different set of visual and cerebral skills. But Q-bitz does not have to be played as a game. The cards and cubes can also be a unique thinking skill challenge for children or adults. Brilliant! Q-bitz Solo is the single-player version of the original Q-bitz. It includes twenty pattern cards, a wooden tray, a set of sixteen cubes, and instructions. Features Includes: 20 Q-bitz cards Wooden tray 16 cubes Rules Travel-friendly tin box Manufacturer's Information Manufacturer: MindWare Made In: China Players: 1 player CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. review by So Every Day ”I guess technically I wouldn’t call Q-bitz a game, it’s really an educational tool. But it plays like a game and that makes it even better as an educational tool.” Read the Review review by Mombrite ”Q-bitz Solo is the perfect puzzle game that kids can play independently or everyone can play together as a family. It’s also great for road trips or plane rides!” Read the Review review by One Luckey Wife ”Q-bitz Solo is a wonderful little game for kids to build their critical thinking skills with.” Read the Review

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Skill Sharpeners Geography Easily one of the most overlooked subjects in the homeschool curriculum is geography. But Skill Sharpeners Geography lets your child explore his world while learning essential map skills and geography concepts with little fuss on your part. The cross-curricular activities integrate the most current geography standards. Each eye-catching book is divided into colorful collections of engaging, grade-appropriate themes. There are short nonfiction reading selections, comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, and writing prompts in each theme. Optional hands-on activities will excite the kinesthetic child in your home. Skill Sharpeners Geography takes your child beyond just the basics of geography. It includes a smattering of histories and cultures within our world, while the colorful illustrations and pages will grab your child’s attention. The handy (removable) answer key in the back allows you to quickly check his work. Features Activities incorporate geography concepts such as: Earth’s weather Places and regions Habitats, environments, and physical systems Human activities and cultures Uses of geography Publisher’s Information Number of Pages: 144 Format: Paperback Publisher: Evan-Moor Educational Publishers Year of Publication: 2018 ISBN: 9781629384696 Faith-Based: No

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The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages The Middle Ages covers the major historical events in 400 to 1600 AD. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the Giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land? A read-aloud history for the whole family! About the Story of the World Series: This captivating read-aloud series will introduce your children to the world's great history presented chronologically from the beginning of time. Each volume of The Story of the World includes the details of battles, kingdoms, cultures, and customs from every continent and major people group. It is woven together into stories that children will find mesmerizing. With short chapters, many less than seven pages, The Story of the World presents history in small, easily-digestible chunks. Of particular appeal to children will be the occasional story about a hypothetical child in the culture of that time and popular fictional stories. The Story of the World is intended to be a read-aloud program for first through sixth grade, but it can work equally well as independent reading by an older child. Don't restrict your scope of history to just American history. These are what we consider the best world history books for this age group. If you have ever found history dull and humdrum, these books might just change that opinion! The Activity Book offers parents and teachers a complete history curriculum for use with The Story of the World. In addition to extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias, the Activity Book contains comprehension questions, sample narrations, maps, coloring pages, and activities for each chapter in The Story of the World. Children and parent-teachers love the activities, ranging from coloring pages and games to mummifying a chicken! Note: Please do not consider this series a Providential view of history that recognizes God's hand in history. It is a history text that attempts to include all significant historical and cultural accounts. If you are a conservative Christian, you may want to opt out of a couple of activities. And where you find details with Biblical references that are inaccurate because of sparseness, use this opportunity to interject more of His Story. These minor issues are easily addressed and shouldn't keep you from this excellent program. View a sample from The Story of the World Volume 2 Features World history from 400 to 1600 AD From the fall of Rome to the rise of the Renaissance Storytelling approach to history Publisher's Information Author: Susan Wise Bauer Number of Pages: 416 Format: Paperback Publisher: Well-Trained Mind Press Edition/Copyright: 2007, 2nd edition Made In: USA ISBN: 781933339092 Consumable: No Faith-Based: No Awards and Endorsements: The Old Schoolhouse 2013 Excellence in Education Winner

The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages
The Middle Ages covers the major historical events in 400 to 1600 AD. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the Giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land? A read-aloud history for the whole family!
About the Story of the World Series:
This captivating read-aloud series will introduce your children to the world's great history presented chronologically from the beginning of time. Each volume of The Story of the World includes the details of battles, kingdoms, cultures, and customs from every continent and major people group. It is woven together into stories that children will find mesmerizing. With short chapters, many less than seven pages, The Story of the World presents history in small, easily-digestible chunks. Of particular appeal to children will be the occasional story about a hypothetical child in the culture of that time and popular fictional stories.
The Story of the World is intended to be a read-aloud program for first through sixth grade, but it can work equally well as independent reading by an older child. Don't restrict your scope of history to just American history. These are what we consider the best world history books for this age group. If you have ever found history dull and humdrum, these books might just change that opinion!
The Activity Book offers parents and teachers a complete history curriculum for use with The Story of the World. In addition to extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias, the Activity Book contains comprehension questions, sample narrations, maps, coloring pages, and activities for each chapter in The Story of the World. Children and parent-teachers love the activities, ranging from coloring pages and games to mummifying a chicken!
Note: Please do not consider this series a Providential view of history that recognizes God's hand in history. It is a history text that attempts to include all significant historical and cultural accounts. If you are a conservative Christian, you may want to opt out of a couple of activities. And where you find details with Biblical references that are inaccurate because of sparseness, use this opportunity to interject more of His Story. These minor issues are easily addressed and shouldn't keep you from this excellent program.
 
 
 
 
View <a href="http://downloads.peacehillpress.com.s3.amazonaws.com/pdfs/samples/sotw2sample.pdf" target="new">a sample from The Story of the World Volume 2</a>
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<li>World history from 400 to 1600 AD</li>
<li>From the fall of Rome to the rise of the Renaissance</li>
<li>Storytelling approach to history</li>
 Publisher's Information Author: Susan Wise Bauer Number of Pages: 416 Format: Paperback Publisher: Well-Trained Mind Press Edition/Copyright: 2007, 2nd edition Made In: USA ISBN: 781933339092 Consumable: No Faith-Based: No <img src="//cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1994/4551/files/ribbon_large.gif?v=1500415094" alt="">Awards and Endorsements: The Old Schoolhouse 2013 Excellence in Education Winner

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The Story of the World Volume 2

The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book You and your kids will love the activities, including coloring a picture of a Viking warrior, making an edible oasis, creating a Moorish ruler's turban, Aztec jewelry, and more! This incredible resource includes extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias! Reproducible. Requires The Story of the World: Volume 2 book. This comprehensive activity book contains: Review questions and answers Sample narrations Maps and geography activities Coloring pages Suggested literature History readings Projects for 1st-4th graders from each chapter in The Story of the World (can be adapted for 5th-6th graders) About the Story of the World Series: This captivating read-aloud series will introduce your children to the world's great history presented chronologically from the beginning of time. Each volume of The Story of the World includes the details of battles, kingdoms, cultures, and customs from every continent and major people group. It is woven together into stories that children will find mesmerizing. With short chapters, many less than seven pages, The Story of the World presents history in small, easily-digestible chunks. Of particular appeal to children will be the occasional story about a hypothetical child in the culture of that time and popular fictional stories. The Story of the World is intended to be a read-aloud program for first through sixth grade, but it can work equally well as independent reading by an older child. Don't restrict your scope of history to just American history. These are what we consider the best world history books for this age group. If you have ever found history dull and humdrum, these books might just change that opinion! The Activity Book offers parents and teachers a complete history curriculum for use with The Story of the World. In addition to extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias, the Activity Book contains comprehension questions, sample narrations, maps, coloring pages, and activities for each chapter in The Story of the World. Children and parent-teachers love the activities, ranging from coloring pages and games to mummifying a chicken! Note: Please do not consider this series a Providential view of history that recognizes God's hand in history. It is a history text that attempts to include all significant historical and cultural accounts. If you are a conservative Christian, you may want to opt out of a couple of activities. And where you find details with Biblical references that are inaccurate because of sparseness, use this opportunity to interject more of His Story. These minor issues are easily addressed and shouldn't keep you from this excellent program. Publisher Description The Activity Book turns The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages into a full year of history and geography study! Provides curated reading lists, map work, coloring pages, review questions, exercises, and hands-on projects to bring modern history to life. Includes teacher instructions and one set of consumable student pages. View a sample from Activity Book 2 Features Hands-on activities Color-in review cards for each chapter 412 pages, including 176 reproducible student pages Covers 400 to 1600 AD From the fall of Rome to the rise of the Renaissance Publisher's Information Author: Susan Wise Bauer Number of Pages: 412 Format: Paperback Publisher: Well-Trained Mind Press Edition/Copyright: 2007 Made In: USA ISBN: 781933339139 Consumable: Yes Reproducible: 176 reproducible student pages Faith-Based: No Awards and Endorsements: The Old Schoolhouse 2013 Excellence in Education Winner

The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book
You and your kids will love the activities, including coloring a picture of a Viking warrior, making an edible oasis, creating a Moorish ruler's turban, Aztec jewelry, and more! This incredible resource includes extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias! Reproducible. Requires The Story of the World: Volume 2 book.
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About the Story of the World Series:
This captivating read-aloud series will introduce your children to the world's great history presented chronologically from the beginning of time. Each volume of The Story of the World includes the details of battles, kingdoms, cultures, and customs from every continent and major people group. It is woven together into stories that children will find mesmerizing. With short chapters, many less than seven pages, The Story of the World presents history in small, easily-digestible chunks. Of particular appeal to children will be the occasional story about a hypothetical child in the culture of that time and popular fictional stories.
The Story of the World is intended to be a read-aloud program for first through sixth grade, but it can work equally well as independent reading by an older child. Don't restrict your scope of history to just American history. These are what we consider the best world history books for this age group. If you have ever found history dull and humdrum, these books might just change that opinion!
The Activity Book offers parents and teachers a complete history curriculum for use with The Story of the World. In addition to extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias, the Activity Book contains comprehension questions, sample narrations, maps, coloring pages, and activities for each chapter in The Story of the World. Children and parent-teachers love the activities, ranging from coloring pages and games to mummifying a chicken!
Note: Please do not consider this series a Providential view of history that recognizes God's hand in history. It is a history text that attempts to include all significant historical and cultural accounts. If you are a conservative Christian, you may want to opt out of a couple of activities. And where you find details with Biblical references that are inaccurate because of sparseness, use this opportunity to interject more of His Story. These minor issues are easily addressed and shouldn't keep you from this excellent program.
 
Publisher Description 
The Activity Book turns <a href="https://timberdoodle.com/products/the-story-of-the-world-volume-2" target="new">The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages</a> into a full year of history and geography study! Provides curated reading lists, map work, coloring pages, review questions, exercises, and hands-on projects to bring modern history to life. Includes teacher instructions and one set of consumable student pages.
<div class="product-single__features-title">View <a href="http://downloads.peacehillpress.com.s3.amazonaws.com/pdfs/samples/sotw2absample.pdf" target="new">a sample from Activity Book 2</a>
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<li>Hands-on activities</li>
<li>Color-in review cards for each chapter</li>
<li>412 pages, including 176 reproducible student pages</li>
<li>Covers 400 to 1600 AD</li>
<li>From the fall of Rome to the rise of the Renaissance</li>
 Publisher's Information Author: Susan Wise Bauer Number of Pages: 412 Format: Paperback Publisher: Well-Trained Mind Press Edition/Copyright: 2007 Made In: USA ISBN: 781933339139 Consumable: Yes Reproducible: 176 reproducible student pages Faith-Based: No <img src="//cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1994/4551/files/ribbon_large.gif?v=1500415094" alt="">Awards and Endorsements: The Old Schoolhouse 2013 Excellence in Education Winner

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The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book

The Story of the World Volume 2 Audio Book : Middle Ages Unabridged for listening to on long car trips, while working around the house, or just for added convenience on any school day! This spirited reading of The Story of the World Volume 2 brings to life the stories and records of the people of the Middle Ages. Professionally-rendered audio edition with no music, sound effects, or other distractions. If your children like repetition, or if your life is especially harried, you'll love this added convenience. Approximately 11 hours on 9 audio CDs. The Story of the World audiobooks may be used along with the print book, as a supplement to a traditional history curriculum, or independently. This Story of the World audiobook is a collaboration between Jim Weiss, whose voice is "liquid gold" (CNN TV), and Susan Wise Bauer, whose writing has been described as "timeless and intelligent" (Publishers Weekly). Jim Weiss has been a storyteller for over twenty-five years. He is the winner of over seventy-five major national awards! About the Story of the World Series: This captivating read-aloud series will introduce your children to the world's great history presented chronologically from the beginning of time. Each volume of The Story of the World includes the details of battles, kingdoms, cultures, and customs from every continent and major people group. It is woven together into stories that children will find mesmerizing. With short chapters, many less than seven pages, The Story of the World presents history in small, easily-digestible chunks. Of particular appeal to children will be the occasional story about a hypothetical child in the culture of that time and popular fictional stories. The Story of the World is intended to be a read-aloud program for first through sixth grade, but it can work equally well as independent reading by an older child. Don't restrict your scope of history to just American history. These are what we consider the best world history books for this age group. If you have ever found history dull and humdrum, these books might just change that opinion! The Activity Book offers parents and teachers a complete history curriculum for use with The Story of the World. In addition to extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias, the Activity Book contains comprehension questions, sample narrations, maps, coloring pages, and activities for each chapter in The Story of the World. Children and parent-teachers love the activities, ranging from coloring pages and games to mummifying a chicken! Note: Please do not consider this series a Providential view of history that recognizes God's hand in history. It is a history text that attempts to include all significant historical and cultural accounts. If you are a conservative Christian, you may want to opt out of a couple of activities. And where you find details with Biblical references that are inaccurate because of sparseness, use this opportunity to interject more of His Story. These minor issues are easily addressed and shouldn't keep you from this excellent program. Publisher Description The Audiobook brings history to life with this spirited reading of The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages by renowned narrator Jim Weiss. Save time by listening on the road or while preparing dinner, or let it lull the children to sleep at bedtime. Features 9 Audio CDs Approx 11 hours of content An unabridged reading of Volume 2: The Middle Ages 400 to 1600 AD From the fall of Rome through the rise of the Renaissance Publisher's Information Author: Susan Wise Bauer Format: Audiobook Read by: Jim Weiss Publisher: Well-Trained Mind Press Edition/Copyright: 2007 ISBN: 781933339122 Consumable: No Reproducible: No Faith-Based: No Awards and Endorsements: The Old Schoolhouse 2013 Excellence in Education Winner

The Story of the World Volume 2 Audio Book : Middle Ages Unabridged for listening to on long car trips, while working around the house, or just for added convenience on any school day! This spirited reading of The Story of the World Volume 2 brings to life the stories and records of the people of the Middle Ages. Professionally-rendered audio edition with no music, sound effects, or other distractions. If your children like repetition, or if your life is especially harried, you'll love this added convenience. Approximately 11 hours on 9 audio CDs. The Story of the World audiobooks may be used along with the print book, as a supplement to a traditional history curriculum, or independently. This Story of the World audiobook is a collaboration between Jim Weiss, whose voice is "liquid gold" (CNN TV), and Susan Wise Bauer, whose writing has been described as "timeless and intelligent" (Publishers Weekly). Jim Weiss has been a storyteller for over twenty-five years. He is the winner of over seventy-five major national awards! 
About the Story of the World Series:
This captivating read-aloud series will introduce your children to the world's great history presented chronologically from the beginning of time. Each volume of The Story of the World includes the details of battles, kingdoms, cultures, and customs from every continent and major people group. It is woven together into stories that children will find mesmerizing. With short chapters, many less than seven pages, The Story of the World presents history in small, easily-digestible chunks. Of particular appeal to children will be the occasional story about a hypothetical child in the culture of that time and popular fictional stories.
The Story of the World is intended to be a read-aloud program for first through sixth grade, but it can work equally well as independent reading by an older child. Don't restrict your scope of history to just American history. These are what we consider the best world history books for this age group. If you have ever found history dull and humdrum, these books might just change that opinion!
The Activity Book offers parents and teachers a complete history curriculum for use with The Story of the World. In addition to extensive reading lists and cross-references to the most common illustrated encyclopedias, the Activity Book contains comprehension questions, sample narrations, maps, coloring pages, and activities for each chapter in The Story of the World. Children and parent-teachers love the activities, ranging from coloring pages and games to mummifying a chicken!
Note: Please do not consider this series a Providential view of history that recognizes God's hand in history. It is a history text that attempts to include all significant historical and cultural accounts. If you are a conservative Christian, you may want to opt out of a couple of activities. And where you find details with Biblical references that are inaccurate because of sparseness, use this opportunity to interject more of His Story. These minor issues are easily addressed and shouldn't keep you from this excellent program. 
Publisher Description 
The Audiobook brings history to life with this spirited reading of <a href="https://timberdoodle.com/products/the-story-of-the-world-volume-2" target="new">The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages</a> by renowned narrator Jim Weiss. Save time by listening on the road or while preparing dinner, or let it lull the children to sleep at bedtime.
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<li>9 Audio CDs</li>
<li>Approx 11 hours of content</li>
<li>An unabridged reading of Volume 2: The Middle Ages</li>
<li>400 to 1600 AD</li>
<li>From the fall of Rome through the rise of the Renaissance</li>
 Publisher's Information Author: Susan Wise Bauer Format: Audiobook Read by: Jim Weiss Publisher: Well-Trained Mind Press Edition/Copyright: 2007 ISBN: 781933339122 Consumable: No Reproducible: No Faith-Based: No <img src="//cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1994/4551/files/ribbon_large.gif?v=1500415094" alt="">Awards and Endorsements: The Old Schoolhouse 2013 Excellence in Education Winner

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The Story of the World Volume 2 Audio Book