The Mystery of History Volume 2, 2nd Edition
Blending Bible and world history, this rich, global narrative reveals how emperors, saints, scholars, and storytellers shaped the medieval world—often at the same time, in wildly different ways.
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The Mystery of History: Volume II
The Mystery of History: Volume II is a thrilling, globe-trotting, time-traveling romp through the Early Church and Middle Ages—from Pentecost to the printing press. If that sounds like a tall order, don’t worry. It’s all laid out in a warm, engaging tone that makes the great sweep of history feel like a family read-aloud... because it can be!
Written by homeschool mom Linda Hobar, this chronologically structured curriculum blends biblical and secular history so students don’t just memorize isolated events—they understand the big picture. Yes, Jesus walked the earth, but so did emperors, monks, marauding Vikings, clever queens, and curious missionaries. And while they weren’t always on the same page, their stories were often happening at the same time.
Each of the 84 lessons includes rich storytelling, fascinating characters, and eye-popping global connections. Whether your teen is captivated by castles and crusades, intrigued by ancient riddles, or just loves learning how ideas and inventions shaped the world, Volume II delivers in spades. We’re talking knights and saints, samurai and scribes, Aztec rituals, Incan gold, medieval drama, Islamic scholars, and Gutenberg’s grand finale—the printing press.
More than just a textbook, the downloadable Companion Guide is packed with:
- Hands-on projects
- Memory work
- Quizzes
- Timeline activities
- Maps
- Research prompts
- Creative assignments for younger, middle, and older students
Think: build a model castle, write a medieval skit, or decode a Viking rune stone. History doesn’t just get learned—it gets lived.
This isn’t dry memorization or endless textbook drudgery. This is history with heart, written in a conversational style that’s accessible for grades 4–12. You can use it independently, as a read-aloud, or with multiple ages gathered around the table. With The Mystery of History, students don’t just study the past—they encounter it.
Browse a sample lesson and get a taste of what this book has to offer.
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this product below:
One difference between the two series is their target age. The Story of the World is primarily for elementary students, with Volume I recommended for 1st through 4th grade and Volume IV for 4th through 8th grade. The Mystery of History's reading level begins at about 4th or 5th grade in Volume I and progresses to 10th or 11th grade in Volume IV, although it is easily adaptable for multiple ages.
Another key difference is the religious perspective. The Story of the World aims to narrate from a neutral perspective. It covers major religious characters and historical events but does not endorse a particular religious view. The Mystery of History is written from a clearly Christian perspective and integrates biblical and church history into the text.
A minor difference between the two series is the student work involved. The Story of the World revolves around the narrative, so all activities, while engaging, are optional. The Mystery of History is also narrative-based but expects more student work. Nonetheless, it is highly adaptable to each student's age and family preferences.
