The Story of the World 3 Bundle
A captivating, story-driven program that brings the 1500s to the Gold Rush vividly to life for curious learners—complete with the Text, Activity Book, and downloadable Audiobook.
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Please Note: The MP3 audiobook download is non-refundable.
The Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times
Swords, Ships, and Sumo Wrestlers—History Just Got Even More Epic
Say hello to revolutions, explorers, emperors, and the occasional Gold Rush goose chase. The Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times takes your family on a thrilling ride from 1600 to 1850—an age of adventure, discovery, and world-changing ideas.
Whether you're reading it aloud to your curious elementary student or letting your middle schooler explore independently, this newly revised edition is your go-to guide for a whole year of story-based, curiosity-sparking history.
What's Inside the Book?
From the rise of the Sun King to the fall of the Alamo, Volume 3 dives into the big (and quirky!) moments that shaped the world. Along the way, you'll learn:
- Who was Catherine the Great and why she had big ideas (and even bigger wigs)
- What happened in the Black Hole of Calcutta
- Why a town was named Ground Hog Glory
- And how samurai wound up in sumo rings
This 2020 Revised Edition includes easier-to-read formatting, a new timeline, a pronunciation guide, and 48 new illustrations by Jeff West. And because we know history happens in real places, there are loads of maps too.
Ready to Level Up? Add the Activity Book!
This isn't just a workbook—it's a history playground packed with hands-on projects, games, coloring pages, geography fun, literature suggestions, and creative ways to make history stick.
You'll pan for gold, color Captain Cook, design an Ottoman pattern, and play a Battle of Bunker Hill board game. Yes, it's educational. But your kids will just call it awesome.
Inside, you'll find:
- Review questions and sample narrations
Geography and mapwork - History readings and project ideas for grades 1–4 (adaptable for 5th–6th)
- Literature lists and encyclopedia tie-ins
- And just enough silliness to keep the learning light and fun
Busy Day? Pop in the Audiobook
Narrated by the incomparable Jim Weiss, the unabridged audiobook brings early modern history to life—perfect for car rides, kitchen cleanups, bedtime, or any moment when you're too busy to sit down and read.
No sound effects, no background music—just great storytelling, read with flair. It's ideal for families who love repetition, or those navigating a full-throttle day with a baby on one hip and dinner on the stove.
Why Families Love Volume 3 - Storytelling that sticks with kids (and parents!)
- Flexible format for all learning styles
- Hands-on activities that make history memorable
- A built-in invitation to explore, discuss, and dive deeper
- The perfect bridge from ancient history to modern times
From palace intrigue to pirate raids, sumo wrestlers to sugar plantations, The Story of the World Volume 3 makes early modern history your family's next great adventure.
Let the journey begin!
About The Story of the World Series – History That Reads Like an Adventure Book!
Tired of history that feels more like a list of dates than an epic tale? Then you're ready for The Story of the World—a wildly engaging, story-driven history curriculum that brings the past to life with dragons, emperors, explorers, and the occasional pie fight (seriously).
This four-volume series by Susan Wise Bauer turns world history into a captivating read-aloud (or read-alone!) journey from ancient times to the modern age, all told in a way that actually makes sense to kids. Think of it as your child's personal time machine—minus the jet lag.
What You'll Explore- Volume 1: Ancient Times
From pyramids and pharaohs to the last Roman emperor—travel back to the very beginning! - Volume 2: The Middle Ages
Castles, crusaders, and chocolate (yes, really). From the fall of Rome to the start of the Renaissance. - Volume 3: Early Modern Times
Queen Elizabeth I, samurai battles, and the invention of potato chips (okay, almost). All the excitement from the 1500s to the Gold Rush. - Volume 4: The Modern Age
From railroads to revolutions, you'll tour the globe and wrap up with the 20th century's biggest moments.
Each volume is built to flex with your family—Volume 1 is great for curious kids in grades 1–6, while Volume 4 ramps things up for older students, typically grades 4–8, with topics that carry a little more weight.
The series isn't faith-based, but it does introduce major figures from many world religions. If your family prefers to skip a few activities here and there, no problem—there's more than enough to choose from. And when the biblical details feel a bit light? That's your cue to jump in and share more of God's story, making the lesson even richer and more personal.
How It Works- Read the story aloud (or let your child read it himself).
- Use the companion activity book to color maps, do hands-on crafts, answer questions, and dive into extra reading.
- Prefer to listen? The audio version is perfect for car rides or quiet time.
- Want to quiz your brain? Test books are optional but great for check-ins!
Why Families Love It- Chronological structure helps kids make connections and see the big picture
- Multicultural stories from all over the world
- Hands-on activities bring history to life (build a Roman road or try Egyptian mummification—no human organs involved)
- Flexible format works for different ages and learning styles
- Sparks imagination while building real historical understanding
Whether your child is a castle-loving knight, an explorer in disguise, or just someone who thinks history should be more fun, The Story of the World turns the past into his new favorite subject. Let the adventure begin! - Volume 1: Ancient Times
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.
