The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book
A hands-on companion to The Story of the World: The Middle Ages, filled with maps, crafts, questions, and reading lists that bring medieval history to life through creativity and exploration.
$42.95
Quantity:
Consumable
In a Curriculum Kit
Multiple Grades
Nonreligious
2026 Second-Grade Curriculum Kit
The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book
The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book: The Middle Ages – Where Castles, Chocolate, and Conquests Collide!
Dragons may be dangerous, but the Middle Ages were legendary—and your kids are about to dive headfirst into the action.
The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book whisks your family away on an epic journey through real stories of knights, samurai, Viking raids, clever queens, ruthless kings, chocolate discoveries, and even a giant named Fovor of the Mighty Blows. From the fall of Rome to the first stirrings of the Renaissance, this book makes history feel more like an adventure novel than a timeline.
Whether read aloud to young learners or handed off to your history-loving middle schooler, this edition is the perfect starting point for a full year of medieval studies.
Make It a Full Experience with the Activity Book
Don't stop at reading—live the history! The giant companion Activity Book is packed with:
- Review questions and narration prompts
- Geography fun with detailed maps
- Hands-on crafts and games
- Coloring pages galore
- Creative projects
Best part? You don't have to do it all. Pick the activities that fit your child's interests and your week's schedule. No pressure—just plenty of options!
From castles to catapults, chocolate to Constantinople, The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book makes the Middle Ages the most exciting part of your homeschool year. Get ready to storm the (educational) castle—history class has never been this much fun!
How to Use The Story of the World Volume 2 Activity Book
The Activity Book is the hands-on companion to The Story of the World Volume 2 history text (also available as an audiobook), sold separately or together as part of Timberdoodle's curriculum kits. You'll need the text or audiobook to use the Activity Book as intended.- Begin by reading a chapter from the text or listening to the audiobook before opening the Activity Book. The activities work best when your student already understands the historical context.
- After reading, ask your child to retell what happened. Narration reinforces comprehension and prepares him to connect the activities with the people, places, and events he's just encountered.
- Pick what fits. The Activity Book includes maps, geography activities, review questions, coloring pages, discussion prompts, hands-on projects, crafts, recipes, and additional reading suggestions tied to medieval history—far more than any one family can cover in every chapter.
- Choose one or two activities per lesson based on what works for your child and your week.
- Move at a pace that fits your family. Many families work through about three chapters every two weeks, which finishes the program in a standard school year while leaving room for reading, projects, discussion, and review. Slower or faster is also fine.
- Adjust by week. Some weeks call for map work and discussion. Others have room for the bigger projects—recipes, crafts, or research activities tied to the era.
- Maps and geography activities help your child connect events with places.
- Discussion questions and narration strengthen retention.
- The audiobook works well for additional review throughout the week, even after the chapter is finished.
- You're not behind if you skip activities. The Activity Book is built to be picked from, not finished.
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
For families: You may make as many photocopies of the maps and other Student Pages as you need for use WITHIN YOUR OWN FAMILY ONLY. Schools and co-ops MAY NOT PHOTOCOPY any portion of the Activity Book.
Faith-Based: No
Awards and Endorsements:The Old Schoolhouse Excellence in Education Winner
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this product below:
Families can successfully begin with whatever time period most interests them. Some families prefer starting with ancient times and unraveling the story sequentially until modern times. Yet because the full scope of history is taught repeatedly up through high school, it is okay to skip volumes, knowing that the same events will be covered later.
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.
Throughout history, religion has played a major role in shaping the world for significant reasons:
- Religion has shaped the development of civilizations. Many of the world's major civilizations, such as ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, were founded on religious beliefs. Religion has also played a role in law, government, and education development.
- Religion has been a source of conflict and violence. Wars have been fought over religious differences, and religious persecution has been common throughout history.
- Religion has influenced art, music, and literature. Religious themes have been a source of inspiration for artists, musicians, and writers for centuries.
In short, religion is mentioned in world history because it has greatly shaped human societies and cultures throughout history. Religion has been a complex and multifaceted force in human history, and its influence continues to be felt today.
- July 18, 2024
History
Sara W.
We love these history workbooks. I learn a lot as a mom, much I don’t recall from public school. I probably enjoy it the most as a history buff. The coloring sheets are a favorite.
- March 11, 2024
Great Product
Rachelle
The activities keep my kiddo interested in the material while we listen to the audio book.
- March 5, 2024
Great History Activity Book
Kristen F.
This is a great activity book to follow along with the stories. I like how there is a map after each chapter to put in to perspective where the story takes place. I also like how the book ask questions after each chapter section to reinforce the chapters material.
- July 20, 2023
Fun book
Aerie B.
This activity book is super loaded with stuff. It has questions, essay prints, games, coloring, activities, recipes, crafts..and more. We don’t do everything but it’s cool to have so many options so my son can pick and choose what he wants to do for each lesson so it stays interesting for him and he actually learns and remembers the information.
- February 7, 2023
A Great Addition
Tasha
This is a great addition to the Story of the World volume 2 book. It puts what you read into practice and gives them some great visuals to really comprehend the information.
- February 17, 2022
Next Years History
Hanna B.
We are doing Story of the World Vol. 1 this year, but I bought Vol. 2 and put it away for next year. I really like the Story of the World Program and look forward to doing this whole series.
- November 13, 2021
Love the add on
a
This has been a huge help for me when planning out the lessons. I also love how it has book suggestions as well to add on when I'm at the library looking things up.
- July 12, 2021
Great history
Toni F.
My son loves the stories of the workd. He will listen to these everyday and really learns alot.
- April 16, 2021
Great!
Alyssa M.
Love how short and easy the lessons are! I enjoy learning right along with my kids!
- March 29, 2021
Jill W.
Love this series and can't wait for next year's book.
