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4/6 Program - #QAW-1 - A $451 Value for $379
Jr. High Program - #QAW-2 - A $444 Value for $369
Sr. High Program - #QAW-3 - A $481 Value for $399
All-Inclusive Program - #QAW-4 - $697 Value for $599
Set Out on a Quest to Foreign Lands ...
Did you ever wonder when the people in the Bible lived, and what other things were going on in the world at the time they did things for God? This year, you’ll find out who was ruling Egypt when Esther became a queen. You’ll learn about the Roman rulers that influenced the world when Christ was born. Books like “The Mystery of History” include dozens of activity suggestions.
You’ll meet historical giants like Hannibal, Cleopatra, and Rameses the Great. You will dig through King Tut’s tomb, clash swords alongside faithful warriors and open up the Trojan horse. Adventure awaits at every turn! But the excitement doesn’t stop there. As you read out loud together, you’ll untangle a mystery in a goldsmith’s shop or run for your life with an escaping pharaoh who has lost his throne to an adversary.
To add to your study, we’ve added science resources that introduce your student to archaeology and the “technology” of the ancient world. Active learning opportunities are laced throughout the program, in the books we’ve chosen, and in our guidebooks.
Take a Look at Features You’ll Love in Your Program Guide!
- Two separate guidebooks -- one for the middle grade students, and one for junior and senior high
- Parent helps that are practical and help you “learn together” with your student
- 36-week schedule laid out so clearly, you’ll “open and go” everyday
- Investigations and active learning opportunities that will interest older learners
- Supply lists for activities that will help you plan your year
- Rating systems for activities keep you on track with what works for you
- Independent study schedules eliminate writing down long homework lists
- 100 Timeline Cards & games give you an easy, fun way to drill key information for retention and understanding
- Website and DVD suggestions that will take your family into a three-dimensional ancient world
- Click here to see a sample of the 4-6 program guide.
- Click here to see a sample of the Jr/Sr program guide.
How Does this Multi-Level Program Work?
If you have one student to school, simply choose the correct grade level, and this program works like any other program. But additionally, if you have students of several age groups -- middle grade together with junior or senior high -- you can keep your family together with this program. Students using both sets will share their history books and adventure reading, so you can complete these together as a family. Website and DVD suggestions often overlap, and notebooking, mapping and timeline building also share some common material. Then, students in separate age groups will break off to complete work from their respective resources and activities sets. Much of this work will be independent study. It’s a great way to keep your family creating memories together!
Decide on Which Package is Right for Your Family!
4/6 Program for Middle Grade Students - Activities and Projects from Ancient Cultures
Middlers will really want to “dig” into this year’s materials, as they will build, create, fight, and dig their way through Ancient History. Active learning opportunities will keep them involved and asking for more. Don’t be surprised if your older students want to join in with some of the fun! Middle grade students will delve into hieroglyphics, produce their own “mummy,” discover archaeological techniques, design a Jewish home, listen to Greek heroes and learn gladiator fighting techniques! Click here to see a sample of this program guide.
Jr/Sr Program for Junior & Senior High - Investigations & Inquiries into Ancient Life
Junior High Program: For 7th & 8th grade
Senior High Program: Includes two extra resources for 9-12th grade
Whether you are researching the routes of ancient traders or experimenting with a water clock, the learning is engrossing and riddled with investigations older students will actually want to pursue! They’ll investigate the facts, come up with creative designs, or develop projects that are of interest to them personally. During the year they’ll discover tools used by the Ancient Greeks and Romans, like war machines and architectural designs. They’ll uncover the incredible design of the universe and how it all began. Then they’ll journey through the geography of the ancient world that surrounded the Israelites and discover how world history developed around this ancient culture. Students of both ages will enjoy discussing parts of the program aloud and working independently as well. Both sets include additional in-depth history and science study books. Senior High students add two more great research and reading titles to complete their program, although *we do recommend an accredited science program such as Apologia be added for Senior High students seeking a full science credit. A special emphasis on ancient world geography is included in the Jr/Sr program and guide. Click here to see a sample of this program guide.All-Inclusive Program - A Program for Teaching a Middler and a Junior or Senior High Student
You’ve got one of each, so this is the set for you! It includes one of every resource in both sets, plus both
guidebooks, and two “Make-Your-Own” Ancient History book. Your students have the three history books and
the adventure reading in common, so you will complete these together as a family. Then, they’ll break off to
complete the resources and activities included in their respective sets. Much of this work is independent,
especially for junior and senior high students.
The Quest for the Ancient World Resources
Highlights of the Ancient World Guidebooks
QAW-101 or QAW-102 - $70 - Free with Package Purchase
You’ll receive the guidebook that coordinates with the program you choose.This Multi-Level Program Offers You Your Choice of Two Resource Sets with Two Separate Guidebooks!
You’ll find both of these program guides are laid out so simply - just open and begin! Each of your 36 school weeks is designed to make everything practical to complete and reduce paperwork! Each week also includes activity ideas, geography and timeline work, important advice on how to teach concepts, web search ideas, DVD suggestions and much more! You’ll also find it easy to complete common resources if you are working with both age groups.Supply List for Activities
By parent request, we’ve put together a supply list in your guidebook so you can plan your activities ahead of time, and gather any supplies (other than routine items) you need.Student Independent Work Schedules
Each week, your student will have a schedule to complete the work they need to do on their own.WOW! Timeline Cards
We’ve assembled 100 dates from your students’ Timeline Dates list this year and created a reinforcement card set that you can use for games and drill. On one side is the “EVENT” and on the reverse is the “DATE” and “HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE” of the event, to maximize learning and retention! Game ideas are included!Rating System for Activities
Activities have a rating on their supplies & skill level.Our Exclusive Notebooking Resource:
“Make-Your-Own” Ancient History Book
QAW-151 | $22
Consumable pages that allow students to interact with what they have learned during their studies. These notebooking pages are varied and include activities such as journaling, coding puzzles and skills practice. 100 pages for all ages. This
year’s notebooking resource allows students to create pages about the people, places and landmarks they’ll meet in Ancient Times. The pages are identical, but the instructions for their use differ for each age group (4-6th or Jr./Sr. High). Includes pages for weekly journaling, fill-ins, codes, skills practice, newspaper articles, charts and much more! Working with a variety of ages? It’s a fantastic trip for all! Click here to see a sample of this book.
History Books
The Mystery of History | QAW-201 | $45
A huge history book with all the trimmings! This book features short chapters that are easy to understand for all students, review and quizzing activities, and separate activity ideas for younger, middle and older students for every chapter. That’s an amazing value when you consider there are 108 chapters! The author works chronologically from Creation to Christ’s resurrection and integrates many Bible characters in their historical settings. This book is an indispensable resource for students of all ages to understand how God has revealed Himself in history. Additional resources in the book include maps, expanded language and activity instructions, and an answer key. This is simply the most incredible history book for children I’ve ever read! 480 pages.The Usborne Encyclopedia of the Ancient World | QAW-202 | $20
The marvelous illustrations in this book make it an excellent companion to our main text. Each week you will go over several pages that will help young students visualize the civilization they are learning about.Oxford First Ancient History | QAW-203 | $25
Peter Connolly’s incredible drawings and master storytelling accent this thorough look at ancient history. Gorgeous full-color maps and drawings of cities and geography will give every student a good grasp of the concepts presented.
Great Ancient China Projects | QAW-204 | $15
Learn about the culture, practices and inventions of Ancient China. You’ll also enjoy completing the easy activities included in this great volume! Make your own moveable type, build a suspension bridge or Chinese junk, and try T’ai Ch’i moves. There’s a lot to learn and try out!
Adventure Reading for Your Family
Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt QAW-301 $ 6
This “Landmark” book progresses through some of the most influential pharaohs and dynasties in Egypt.
Hittite Warrior QAW-302 $14
Uriah is embroiled in saving a child from sacrifice to the god Molech and must escape to Judea’s hill country.
The Golden Goblet QAW-303 $ 7
Ranofer wants to be a goldsmith, but is caught in a mystery.
God King QAW-304 $14
A young boy, unexpectedly named Pharaoh, is caught up in a struggle for the throne and war with Assyria.
Adara QAW-305 $ 7
A Hebrew girl lives for God as a captive in Assyria.
Victory on the Walls QAW-306 $13
Nehemiah leaves his position in a Persian court to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the city’s walls.
The Iliad QAW-307 $ 8
The Odyssey QAW-308 $ 8
Grand retelling of the Trojan War and Odysseus.
Bronze Bow QAW-309 $ 7
Daniel wants to avenge his father’s death by driving the Romans out of Israel, until he meets a Teacher.
Gladiator QAW-310 $ 9
This book describes the life of a gladiator, and how their violent battles fi t into Roman society for almost 700 years.
Now, Add Your Choice of Either the 4/6 OR Jr/Sr Set Below
The 4/6 Set
RESOURCES & ACTIVITIES FOR MIDDLER STUDENTS
Targeted for Grades 4-6, but ideal for families to do together!
Comes with 4-6th Grade Guide - QAW-101 - $70 - Free with Package Purchase
Click here to see a sample of this program guide.History Resources for Active Involvement
Hieroglyphics Treasure Chest | QAW-603 | $23
This awesome resource includes a booklet with hieroglyphic stamps & ink pad; papyrus templates; a model of the temple of Rameses III to assemble; seal and supplies to practice cuneiform writing; a world map and board game.Pyramids! | QAW-604 | $13
Learn about Egyptian culture and beliefs while enjoying many hands-on activities. Create your own “mummy,” or make a model of the great Nile River.
Classical Kids | QAW-605 | $15
Great projects will get your students involved in recreating Greek art, literature, and scientific inquiry. All ages will enjoy making a star gazer or a mosaic!Lift the Lid on Gladiators | QAW-606 | $23
Enter the Roman Colosseum and prepare your Gladiator for combat. This kit comes with a gladiator action figure and other supplies!Make This Model Trojan Horse! | QAW-607 | $10
Science Resources
Ancient Science | QAW-608 | $13
Experiments help students discover ancient science as they make their own sundial, learn about Roman bridges, Greek lighthouses, and even Chinese kites!Archaeology for Kids | QAW-609 | $16
Dig in and learn the science of discovering our past! Learn techniques of archaeology and digs! Some old earth we skip.Israelite Life & History Bible Study
Lamps, Scrolls & Goatskin Bottles | QAW-601 | $18
Kid-friendly introduction to Hebrew customs and culture gets them involved with learning about
education, homes, foods, playthings, clothing and village life in Israel.Illustrated Family Bible | QAW-602 | $30
The Bible and a study tool combined in one volume with marvelous drawings that highlight specifics
about Bible stories and enlightens aspects of Jewish culture and geography.
The Jr/Sr Set
RESOURCES & ACTIVITIES FOR JR. & SR. HIGH STUDENTS
For Grades 7-12 -- Research resources & activities;
heavier schedule with 2 additional titles for senior high students.
Comes with Jr/Sr High Guide - QAW-102 - $70 - Free with Package Purchase
Click here to see a sample of this program guide.History Resources for Active Involvement
Ancient Israelites & Their Neighbors | QAW-701 | $17
Try your hand at art and other activities that will bring you closer to early civilization in the Fertile Crescent.
WP EXCLUSIVE! Ancient Egypt | QAW-702 | $14
Interactive assignments will excite the imagination of young people studying Egypt’s ancient culture. Classify items found in Tut’s tomb or make a water clock and much more.The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone | QAW-703 | $ 8
Dig into the history of a stone found by Napoleon’s men -- a stone that would unlock the key to deciphering Egyptian
hieroglyphs!Holman Bible Atlas (299 pgs.) | QAW-704 | $30
This fantastic resource takes the student through the geography & history of the Bible. A reference to keep for a lifetime.Ancient Greek & Ancient Roman Challenges
(Greek) | QAW-705 | $18
(Roman) | QAW-706 | $18
Challenging learning activities allow older students to think through many aspects of these cultures. Evaluate facts with mapping, geography, plays, charts and more.Science Resources
NEW! The Case for a Creator | QAW-707 | $15
A fascinating look at the intricate world we live in and why many scientists cannot accept it got here by chance.Tools of the Ancient Greeks | QAW-708 | $17
Tools of the Ancient Romans | QAW-709 | $17
These wonderful books take students deep into the tools and inventions classical peoples used and introduced to the world.The Senior High Set Also Includes
Holman Bk. of Charts (176 p.) | QAW-801 | $21
Bible topics are classified into lists, charts, city maps, and illustrations that will aid your student’s understanding of Ancient History. It will also serve as a Bible study tool for a lifetime.World of Augustus Caesar | QAW-802 | $16
Travel through the world in which Augustus Caesar lived, learning more about the Roman empire and its
tremendous influence on the world.
Additional Necessary Products to Complete Your Program
We also offer these products that coordinate with your Ancient World Program and are necessary for completion of the program if you haven’t already purchased these products:
Your Choice of Ancient World Timeline Figures
Timelines in History
Old Style Map SetWhat Consumables are Needed for Extra Students?
For an extra student using the 4/6 Program, purchase an extra of these:
“Make-Your-Own” Ancient History BookFor an extra student using the Jr/Sr High Program, purchase an extra of these:
“Make-Your-Own” Ancient History Book
Ancient Egypt
Ancient Greek Challenges
Ancient Roman ChallengesFor extra students (more than just two) using the All-Inclusive Program, purchase an extra of these for each student:
“Make-Your-Own” Ancient History Book
PLUS, any consumables listed above for their age group.These consumables do not include anything we feel could be easily shared or reproduced.
Perhaps you’d like to see the Language Arts Programs
that coordinate with “Quest for the Ancient World:”Fourth Grade Language Arts
Fifth Grade Language Arts
Sixth Grade Language Arts
Seventh Grade Language Arts
Eighth Grade Language Arts
HS 1 Language Arts
HS 2 Language Arts
HS 3 Language Arts
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding this Program
I have several students to school, and one or more of them is younger than 4th grade -- will this work for me?
This program is designed to work perfectly with multiple students. You will, though, need to plan on some
adjustment if you are trying to integrate a younger student. If most of your students fit the recommended target ages for Ancient World (grades 4 and above), it should work fine for you to add a student on who is younger to simplify things for your family. You should be aware that there will be some resources that your younger student might have trouble understanding. We’d recommend that you incorporate him or her into family studies that are of interest to his or her age group, and find extra resources on Egypt, Israel, Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome that are on the easier side, as needed, perhaps from the library. However, if most of your students are younger than the targeted ages, and/or your oldest student is at the younger end of the targeted age range, you may be better suited by starting with one of our younger programs.How much science is in this program? Should I do a separate science program?
This program does include a few science resources for each group, however, for this program we feel another science program with an easy-to-complete approach would be a good complement for students grades 4-8. There is quite a bit of science sprinkled along the way in some of the research in the history resources, and then with additional science resources, it rounds out quite well. Still, most parents would find a little more science is a great accompaniment for the Ancient program. For grades 4-6, some parents find a science co-op one day a week fits the bill, while others find that our WinterPromise science programs are designed to be a great complement to the extensive nature of our themed programs. You may find that choosing a science program designed for a slightly younger student will leave you with the right amount of science to complement Ancient World. For students in 9-12th grade, our recommendation would definitely be to complete another accredited high school science program with the Ancient World program.
I’ve already got a few of the items in the package. Can I still get the package price and leave them out?
We love to offer our package prices to our parents to help them purchase a great program with a great discount. We do, however, have to sell all the items in the package in order to honor the discount. Usually the discount outweighs the value of the resources you might already have. If not, you can choose items individually to build your program, but remember -- the purchase of a themed program package ensures you also get free shipping, another discount you’ll want to take into account as you look at your total purchase. You may want to consider selling used the items you already own, reselling the new items, giving away the duplicates as gifts, or donating them to a homeschool resource center that serves other homeschool families.How do the Language Arts coordinate with this program?
We have several language arts programs that coordinate with our “Ancient World” program. One of the wonderful features of our LA guides is that they are hole-punched on the right side so they will lay directly across from your themed guide so you can see your week at a glance. “LA 4,” “LA 5,” and “LA 6” share a reading list recommended for 9-12 year olds to enable students to experience comfortable reading growth. “LA 7” and higher all have a literature set that coordinates with the Ancient topics students are encountering, and includes interactive discussion topics that parents can join in and give feedback on. Often the discussion topics do not require firsthand reading on the parent’s part, but can be discussed generally due to its coverage of typical literary devices, or discussed easily with a quick look at a specific passage the student points out. For most of the language arts grade levels, creative writing for students follows the goals of their grade level program, yet draws its subjects from Ancient topics covered in your main study. You can link to any of these program in the section above these questions.
