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Jr. High Program - #WS2-J - A $511 Value for $439
Sr. High Program - #WS2-S - A $561 Value for $479
All-Inclusive Program - #WS2-ALL - $722 Value for $629 includes items as listed below.*
Embark on a Medieval Quest ...
It’s time to get acquainted with the knights and kings, rascals and ruffians who were the movers and shakers of the medieval age. Meander through Rome and early Britain, stand with the Jews at Masada, and travel to the Far East. Watch as the Vikings head out to raid villages; see the Crusaders head for faraway lands; and witness the unfolding of the Renaissance. You’ll get to meet some of the larger than life characters that are a part of world history: Charlemagne, Joan of Arc, Marco Polo, Genghis Khan, Attila the Hun, J. Gutenberg, the Apostle Paul, Michelangelo, and William Wallace.
With the optional science program, you can delve into the human body, a study that integrates well with the Middle Ages because it has several key touchpoints with this period in history. Key advances in medicine took off during the Middle Ages as doctors sought frantically for a cure to the dreaded Black Death. The Renaissance saw a new interest in further developing medical treatments and techniques, and Leonardo da Vinci furthered his art by a study of human anatomy. To add even more interest, you’ll enter the world of forensic science, investigating clues and solving cases with lab work.
You’ll be taking a journey that many parents declare is one of their best years of homeschooling yet! And -- yes, this set is more expensive than some of our other sets, but we think you’ll find it’s well worth the money you’ll invest. The reason for the price difference is simple -- the topic of medieval history is huge! To really understand the different cultures and events this year, you’ll need many different resources. As always, you’ll receive a number of wonderful titles that will accent your study with activities and learning projects. And, we’ve kept the number of consumable resources low, so the value increases as you school multiple students.
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” every day
- 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 medieval world
- Click here to see a sample of this 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 Which Package is Right for Your Family!
4/6 Program for Middle Grade Students - Activities and Projects from Medieval Cultures
Middlers will really want to “dig” into this year’s materials, as they will build, create, fight, and dig their way through Medieval 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 the world of knights, produce their castle, discover illuminated lettering and chain mail armor, design a coat of arms, travel along with the Vikings and learn about powerful medieval trading leagues!
Click here to see a sample of this program guide.
Jr/Sr Program for Junior & Senior High - Investigations & Inquiries into Medieval Life
Junior High Program: For 7th & 8th grades
Senior High Program: Includes more resources for 9th-12th grades
Whether you are researching an autopsy on a Black Death victim or experimenting with a sundial in your hand, 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 the feudal system employed by European countries to manage emerging countries, and witness the birth of the Renaissance, following its art and the patrons who made it possible. They’ll uncover the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci and explore his techniques in drawing and painting, while also learning about the ideas that were centuries ahead of their actual development. Then they’ll journey through the geography of the medieval world, following the rise and fall of kingdoms both barbaric and benevolent. 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 one more great research title in New Testament history to complete this program. The optional science program allows students to delve into the design of the human body and learn about forensic techniques. This science program is quite comprehensive, especially for junior high students. *We do recommend an accredited science program or text such as Apologia be added for Senior High students seeking a full science credit.
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” Medieval History books. Your students have the sixteen 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. If your older student is a senior high student, you’ll need to add WS2-J08 to complete their program with this set.
The Quest for the Middle Ages Resources
Highlights of the Middle Ages Guidebooks
WS2-GY or WS2-JS - $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” Medieval Book
WS2-M | $12Consumable pages include weekly journaling, fill-ins, codes, skills practice, newspaper articles, charts and much more! This year’s notebooking resource allows students to create pages about the people, places and landmarks they’ll encounter in the Middle Ages. The pages are identical, but the instructions for their use differ for each age group (4th-6th or Jr./Sr. High).
Click here to see a sample of this book.History Books
The Mystery of History Vol. II | WS2-H01 | $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 over 80 chapters! The author works from the early church through the Middle Ages and integrates church history in its historical settings. This book is an indispensable resource for students of all ages to understand how God has preserved His church through history. Additional resources in the book include maps, expanded language and activity instructions, and an answer key. Just a fantastic resource! Over 700 pages.Magna Carta | WS2-H03 | $ 7
Discover how King John’s signature changed England, and affected other nations in history as well. You’ll also investigate making parchment, quill pens and ink.The Medieval World | WS2-H04 | $13
Wonderful illustrations and drawings of almost every aspect of medieval life allow students to time travel!The Viking World | WS2-H15 | $12
Take a look at the Vikings and other peoples affected by their raiding, sea travel and power.Charlemagne | WS2-H06 | $ 7
Learn about Charlemagne’s ambitions and empire. Includes activities and a section on medieval weaponry.Michelangelo | WS2-H07 | $ 8
Beautiful drawings help students to study the lives of these influential historical figures.Famous Men of the Renaissance and Reformation | WS2-H09 | $17
Profiles of twenty-nine people give students an understanding of the new thoughts and ideas brought by the Renaissance, and the tribulations endured by the men who challenged the established church during the Reformation.
Leonardo da Vinci for Kids | WS2-H11 | $17
Meet one of the world’s greatest geniuses and his ideas.The Medici | WS2-H12 | $ 7
Find out about the Medici family and how they helped Michelangelo and other artists to flourish.Medieval Medicine & the Plague | WS2-H10 | $ 9
Learn how medieval doctors and local healers treated their patients in the Middle Ages, and how the plague traveled through Europe.Martin Luther | WS2-H13 | $ 7
Follow the man who was so instrumental in the Reformation, and how he influenced other scholars.
Archers, Alchemists & 98 Other Medieval Jobs You Might Have Loved or Loathed! | WS2-H14 | $15
A lighthearted look at medieval occupations that had their downsides. Very informative and fun look at daily living
in the Middle Ages.Early Church History Bible Study
Trial & Triumph: Stories from Church History | WS2-H16 | $21
Experience the important events and influential people in church history. Inspiring book!Adventure Reading for Medieval Times
Masada: The Last Fortress | WS2-R01 | $ 8
A young Jewish man and his friends face a siege at the hands of the Romans.The Shining Company | WS2-R02 | $ 8
In 600 A.D., a shield bearer from Britain fights against invading Saxons.Eagle of the Ninth | WS2-R03 | $ 8
A young man heads out to find his father’s legion, which disappeared years before.Son of Charlemagne | WS2-R04 | $13
Charlemagne’s son Carl is entrusted by his father to rule the Holy Roman Empire, but could he do it?Beorn the Proud | WS2-R05 | $13
A young girl is taken captive by the son of a Viking king after the raiding of her village. Will she be killed by these brutish people?The Second Mrs. Giaconda | WS2-R06 | $ 6
Who is DaVinci’s Mona Lisa? Why would he choose the second wife of a merchant to paint?
Crispin: The Cross of Lead | WS2-R07 | $ 7
A boy is falsely accused of a crime and must flee the only life he’s ever known.Catherine, Called Birdy | WS2-R08 | $ 7
Peek in on medieval life in a country manor house.Fine Print: Johannn Gutenberg | WS2-R09 | $ 7
Mr. Gutenberg invented movable type, which made printing books much easier and less expensive. His invention changed the world.Morningstar of the Reformation | WS2-R10 | $ 8
Meet the man whose ideas led to the Reformation.
Now, Add Your Choice of Either
the 4/6 OR Jr/Sr Set BelowThe 4/6 Set
RESOURCES & ACTIVITIES FOR MIDDLER STUDENTS
Targeted for Grades 4-6, but ideal for families to do together!
Comes with 4th-6th Grade Guide - WS2-GY - $70 - Free with Package Purchase
Click here to see a sample of this program guide.History Resources for Active Involvement
Days of Knights & Damsels | WS2-Y01 | $15
More than a hundred learning activities will give students a chance to immerse themselves in medieval life.Knights and Castles | WS2-Y02 | $13
A good overview of the way people thought and felt during the Middle Ages. A great guide to the institutions that affected medieval life such as the Church, feudalism, chivalry, castle life and trade.Coat of Arms | WS2-Y03 | $ 7
Discover the history of heraldry, its meanings and customs and even make your own coat of arms.WP Exclusive! Chain Mail Armored Knight | WS2-Y04 | $19
Learn about medieval weaponry and fighting techniques while assembling your own “chain mail” project with plastic links. The refill kit (not included in the set), has 400 more links to make a larger project. Refill Kit | WS2-Y05 | $4WP Exclusive! The Vikings Game Pack | WS2-Y07 | $6
Play this game of Hnefatafl. Includes a game board, rules and pieces to play this medieval game.Life in Celtic Times | WS2-Y11 | $4
Life in a Medieval Castle & Village | WS2-Y08 | $ 4
These art quality coloring books allow students to create pictures to insert in their “Make-Your-Own” history notebook while learning more about medieval daily living.Illuminated Lettering | WS2-Y12 | $ 18
Instruction on how to create illuminated letters of the alphabet just as scribes used in the Middle Ages. Click here to see a sample of this book.Blank Book | WS2-Y13 | $ 8
A completely blank book for students to create a living work of art -- a medieval book. Students can use calligraphy skills, knowledge of medieval times and illuminated alphabets in it.Make this Model Medieval Castle! | WS2-Y06 | $10
A model to cut and make over a few weeks. Beautiful model that will involve the entire family.Stained Glass Coloring Book | WS2-Y14 | $ 6
Transparent pages allow you to color in stained glass designs in this well-designed coloring book.Bible Study
Day-by-Day Devotions | WS2-Y15 | $15
Good studies designed for middle grade students.
Optional Add-On!
Human Body & Forensic Science
An Integrated Science Program for 4/6 - $99 - WS2-SC46
This study is scheduled in your main guide for Middle Ages, and can be added on for $99,
or can be purchased separately with a stand-alone schedule only.
See full description of resources at the bottom of the webpage!
The Jr/Sr High 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 - WS2-JS - $70 - Free with Package Purchase
Click here to see a sample of this program guide.History Resources for Active Investigation
Penguin Atlas | WS2-J01 | $14
This atlas offers chronological maps that give students a sense of the progression of medieval history. Used for assignments as well as a reference tool.The Holy Land | WS2-J02 | $14
Great illustrations and drawings accompany this text that relates the history of the Jews under Roman rule.Leonardo da Vinci Inventions | WS2-J03 | $15
From armored tanks and gliders to “plastic glass” and drawing machines, this interactive book explores the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci through hands-on building projects and activities using common supplies.
Investigate the Middle Ages | WS2-J04 | $29
Older students will enjoy these projects and research journeys through medieval history. They’ll be introduced to the processes involved in papermaking, printing, calligraphy, cottage industries, trading and stained glass production. They’ll also investigate the feudal system, apprenticeship, guilds, knighthood, barbarian influences and so much more! Click here to see a sample of this book.World of Columbus & Sons | WS2-J06 | $18
Gothic Geometry | WS2-J09 | $14
Illuminated Lettering | WS2-Y12 | $ 18
Instruction on how to create illuminated letters of the alphabet just as scribes used in the Middle Ages.Early Church History Bible Study
Christian History Made Easy | WS2-J10 | $15
100 ... Events in Christian History | WS2-J07 | $17
Accessible books on the history of the church that place church events within the context of world history, along with key events and their significance.Optional Resource for Jr/Sr Set
Investigate the Middle Ages Supply Kit | WS2-J05 | $49
Kit includes supplies needed to complete many of the activities covered in the “Investigate the Middle Ages” resource. Includes wooden boxes, wood buckler, wood coat of arms; paper mold, medieval banner, Silk Road linen map, sundial, 13-knot construction rope and more! Complete list online.Optional Add-On!
Human Body & Forensic Science
An Integrated Science Program for Jr/Sr - $99 - WS2-SCJS
This study is scheduled in your main guide for Middle Ages, and can be added on for $99,
or can be purchased separately with a stand-alone schedule only.
See full description of resources at the bottom of the webpage!
Additional Products to Complete Either Program
Necessary Resources
We also offer these products that coordinate with your Middle Ages Program and are necessary for completion of the program if you haven’t already purchased them:Atlas of the Past: Medieval World | WS2-X01 | $25
This atlas presents a good geographical picture of the rise of different kingdoms during the Middle Ages. This, or another similar resource is necessary for the completion of various mapping activities, and for overall understanding of geography in this period. Because it is used throughout the year, this title is recommended for purchase.Building Series by David Macauley
This series presents the planning and construction of a Roman city, a medieval castle, a sixteenth-century
mosque, and a French cathedral. Techniques are highlighted in finely detailed drawings. Each of these is used for
just a few weeks, and are often readily available in libraries, and thus, even though they are necessary, we have not
included them in the package. Nevertheless, these books show so much about the time period’s architecture and
construction, they would be valuable and popular choices for your personal library!
City | WS2-X04 | $10
Mosque | WS2-X05 | $18
Castle | WS2-X06 | $10
Cathedral | WS2-X07 | $10Also Completely Necessary are These:
Medieval 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” Medieval Book (WS2-M)
Chain Mail Armored Knight Refill Kit (Ws2-Y05)
Illuminated Lettering (WS2-Y12)
Blank Book (WS2-Y13)
Consumables for 4/6 Optional Science:
Glad Scientist Explores the Human Body (WS2-S03)For an extra student using the Jr/Sr High Program,
purchase an extra of these:
“Make-Your-Own” Medieval Book (WS2-M)
Gothic Geometry (WS2-J09)
Illuminated Lettering (WS2-Y12)
The OPTIONAL Investigate the Middle Ages Supply Kit (WS2-J05)
Consumables for Jr/Sr Optional Science:
Gray’s Anatomy (WS2-S10)For extra students (more than just two)
using the All-Inclusive Program,
purchase an extra of these for each student:
“Make-Your-Own” Medieval Book (WS2-M)
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 ArtsFrequently 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 my family?
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 Middle Ages (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 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?
If you are adding the optional integrated science program to this program, there is enough science here for students in 4th through 8th grade. Without this program you’d need to add a different science program. This program integrates well into the study because it has several key touchpoints with this period in history. Key advances in medicine took off during the Middle Ages as doctors sought frantically for a cure to the dreaded Black Death. The Renaissance saw a new interest in further developing medical treatments and techniques, and Leonardo da Vinci furthered his art by a study of human anatomy. For students in 9-12th grade, our recommendation would definitely be to complete another accredited high school science program with the Middle Ages 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 “Middle Ages” program. One of the wonderful features of our LA guides is that they are hole-punched on the right side so they will lie 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 Medieval 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 medieval topics covered in your main study. You can link to any of these programs in the section above these questions.
Optional Add-On Science Programs!
Human Body & Forensic Science
An Integrated Science Program for 4/6 - $99 - WS2-SC46
This study is scheduled in your main guide for Middle Ages, and can be added on for $99,
or can be purchased separately with a stand-alone schedule only.
Encyclopedia of the Human Body | WS2-S01 | $30
A wonderfully illustrated book that will take students inside all the body’s systems. Drawings will increase student understanding of the functions of the body.Exploring the History of Medicine | WS2-S02 | $14
A history of the world’s great medical discoveries!Glad Scientist Explores the Human Body | WS2-S03 | $ 7
Christian book on the body’s design and function. Consum.The Body Book | WS2-S04 | $19
Create paper models of the body’s systems!The Human Body for Every Kid | WS2-S05 | $13
Conduct experiments to discover things about the body!Detective Science | WS2-S06 | $13
Crime Scene Science | WS2-S07 | $ 5
Use forensic techniques to complete these learning activities. Solve crimes with clues left at the scene!RECOMMENDED RESOURCE - NOT INCLUDED IN PACKAGE: FANTASTIC! The Great Forensic Challenge | WS2-S12 | $19
Read about 20 crimes, check criminal files, learn about forensics, then solve the crimes with the help of tire tracks, fingerprints, DNA coding, fabric samples and more! We highly recommend this resource for its engaging learning!Human Body & Forensic Science
An Integrated Science Program for Jr/Sr - $99 - WS2-SCJS
This study is scheduled in your main guide for Middle Ages, and can be added on for $99,
or can be purchased separately with a stand-alone schedule only.Encyclopedia of the Human Body | WS2-S01 | $30
A wonderfully illustrated book that will take students inside all the body’s systems. Drawings will increase student understanding of the functions of the body.Body by Design | WS2-S11 | $14
A great look at the design written into the “fabric” of our bodies by our Creator. Covers all of the body’s systems from a creation science perspective.The Forensic Casebook | WS2-S08 | $18
Learn crime scene techniques and the investigation involved in finding the truth and solving crimes. Get acquainted with procedures for procuring evidence.Crime Scene Investigations | WS2-S09 | $30
Student will attempt to solve cases using forensic techniques and testing. Fingerprinting, tire tracks, chemical tests and more will challenge a student to use deductive reasoning to solve these cases.Gray’s Anatomy | WS2-S10 | $10
Extremely detailed art quality coloring book teaches anatomy.NOTE: This is an in-depth science program, but our science experiments are kept low-key. For this reason, *we also recommend an additional accredited science program such as Apologia for Sr. High students.
