Dig Into an Archaeological Quest!

Quest for the Ancient World Sr. High
#QAW-3 - A $503 Value for $415

Also Available:
Ancient All-Inclusive Program - #QAW-4 - $739 Value for $635
which includes items from both Ancient 4/8 and Sr High.

Pack up a shovel, take along a trowel, and grab your dirtiest clothes, because you are heading out to dig into ancient history. You'll begin by discovering how to perform an archaeological dig, and practice skills used by archaeologists. You'll continue by following the history of the Egyptians as they build temples, wrap mummies and chisel hieroglyphs. Go along and unravel the mystery of the Rosetta Stone, and visit famous places in biblical history. Head to Greek monuments, and Roman arenas.

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.

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. You'll be by Nehemiah's side as the Israelites work in their homeland, and travel with Odysseus to the Trojan War and home again.

To add to your study, you'll learn more about the science and geography of ancient cultures. There are active investigations for your older student to perform and learn from. Plus, active learning and notebooking opportunities are laced throughout the program in the books and resources we’ve chosen.

Quest for the Ancient World Resources

Highlights of the Ancient World Sr High Guide
QAW-102 - $85 - Free with Package Purchase
Click here to see a sample of this program guide.

• This Ancient Sr High Guide coordinates with the Ancient 4/8 Guide, and has common resources that will keep you studying together as a family.
• 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
• Weekly introduction pages direct a student's quest and focus parents on what's coming up
• 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; on one side is the event or person, and on the reverse is the date and significance
• Website and DVD suggestions that will take your family into a three-dimensional ancient world

Our Exclusive Notebooking Resource:
“Make-Your-Own” Ancient History Book QAW-152 | $19

Consumable pages that allow students to interact with what they have learned during their studies. These notebooking pages are varied and include a wide variety of reinforcement activities, journaling and skills practice. This year’s notebooking resource allows students to create pages about the people, places and landmarks they’ll meet in their Archaeology Quest. Pages also reinforce what student is learning and offer opportunities to share or use what they've learned. Click here to see a sample of this book.

History Books

The Mystery of History - NEW! Second Edition | QAW-201 | $50
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.

Story of the World, Vol. 1 | QAW-203 | $17
This intriguing text on ancient times presents history in small chunks, and is written in an engaging manner that includes details, facts and terminology that are relevant to ancient worlds. For instance, the chapter on "The First Writing" explains the origins and meanings of "hieroglyphics", "Mesopotamia", "cuneiform" and "papyrus". A great addition to your student's studies.

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 | $ 8
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 | $ 9
The Odyssey | QAW-308 | $ 9
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.

Archaeology Quest Resources for High School Students

Archaeology for Kids | QAW-701 | $17
The name may include "for kids," but there's a wealth of information here about every type of archaeological investigation and skill. High schoolers will dig in and learn the science of discovering our past, as they take in the techniques of archaeology and digs. You'll learn how to survey, classify pottery, set up a survey dig, and much more!

WP EXCLUSIVE! Archaeological Excursions | QAW-702 | $19
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 | QAW-704 | $30
This fantastic resource takes the student through the geography & history of the Bible. A reference to keep for a lifetime. A wonderful resource almost 300 pages in length.

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.

Unwrapping the Pharaohs & DVD | QAW-707 | $35
How Egyptian archaeology confirms the Biblical timeline. Fantastic pictures & DVD to watch!

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.

Augustus Caesar's World | 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.

RECOMMENDED, BUT NOT INCLUDED: Archaeological Bible | QAW-901 | $50
This resource is scheduled in your guide, and highly recommended, but is not included in your package due to its price. A fantastic study bible that gives you insight into the culture of the Old and New Testament world with features on the daily life of ancient peoples who lived in Mesopotamia, their beliefs, practices and more!

NOTE: A large portion of this year's Bible study comes from the Bible history you'll encounter in Mystery of History Volume 1. Students will travel through Bible history. They'll begin with Creation and move on through Noah's Flood, the birth of the Israelite nation, the times of Israelite kings and prophets, and then be on hand for the birth of Christ and the travels of Paul throughout the Roman Empire. As students learn about the people and events that are revealed in the Bible, they'll enjoy learning more about the events of the bible as influenced by the geography of Bible places in the Holman Bible Atlas, or reading related materials in passages and features included in the Archaeological Bible.

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