Ever wonder how biblical history and ancient Egyptian history fit together? Why was God so angry with Pharaoh, anyway? These were questions we asked when we began our study of Ancient Egypt. We wanted to start our study of Western history by beginning at the beginning. After reading through the Old Testament (which is history, after all) we study ancient Egypt. The Greenleaf Guide to Ancient Egypt presents ten lesson plans, using the six books listed below. Included are vocabulary lists and discussion questions drawn from the reading. Also included are directions for playing a checkerslike game found in Tut s tomb, directions for building a model shaduf (irrigate like the Egyptians!), as well as suggestions for how to adapt your study to fit grades 2-7. Home school tested. Excellent for Konos or Unit studies. Average duration is about 15 weeks. "An absolutely enthralling introduction to this time period." - Mary Pride

The Greenleaf Guide to Ancient Egypt (Greenleaf Guides)

Children's Books

Shearer, Cyndy

History

Greenleaf Press

The history of Greece is taught chronologically, as students read short biographical sketches outlining the lives of important figures. The selections begin with the Greek creation and flood stories, then continue with legendary figures like Perseus, Hercules, and Jason. Then come the leaders of the Trojan War: Agamemnon, Achilles, &amp; Odysseus. The lawgivers of the Greek cities (Lycurgus, Draco, &amp; Solon) are profiled and the leaders who led the defense of Greece against the Persian invasion are covered (Miltiades, Leonidas, &amp; Themistocles). The second half of the book covers the Greek classical period (Pericles, Alcibiades, &amp; Socrates) and finally, the age of Alexander the Great (Demosthenes, Aristotle, &amp; Ptolemy). Your fourth or fifth graders should be able to enjoy it independently,older students can read it as well and not feel like they have been given something that is “babyish.” The text includes a new preface by Rob &amp; Cyndy Shearer, as well as an essay for Christian parents titled, "What to do about Mythology?" Note: The Greenleaf Press edition is NOT identical to the 1904 edition, or to the editions reprinted by other publishers. It has been edited, updated, and supplemented with additional material.

Famous Men of Greece

Biographies & Memoirs

Haaren, John H.

Poland, A.B.

Historical

The study guide to accompany Famous Men of Greece, also published by Greenleaf Press. The Guide includes suggestions for how to set your study of ancient civilizations in a biblical context, as well as background information, vocabulary, and discussion questions. Also contains suggestions for supplementary assignments in children's versions of the Iliad and Odyssey, as well as selections from Plato. The biographies in the Famous Men books can be read aloud to younger students, or read independently by older students. The discussion questions in the Greenleaf Guide can be discussed one-on-one, in a small group, or (occasionally) anwered in writing. Parents and teachers will find them useful with students from second grade though high school. The thirty-one lessons in this guide are a gentle introduction to the history of Ancient Greece, using what Charlotte Mason called a “living book.” This guide will show you how to use the biographies in Famous Men of Greece with students in a wide range of grade levels.

The Greenleaf Guide to Famous Men of Greece

Updated with MORE pictures in 2015! Teach your children the history of Rome, beginningwith the stories of Romulus and Remus, thetwin brothers credited with the founding of thecity. The thirty short biographies cover the key figures of the founding of Rome, the early days of the Republic, the Empire, and the decline. The history of Rome is taught chronologically as students read short biographical sketches. As in Famous Men of Greece, your fourth or fifth graders should be able to enjoy it independently, while older students can also read it and not feel they have been given something that is "babyish."

Famous Men Of Rome: History for the Thoughtful Child

John H. Haaren

A.B. Poland

Biographies

Like the other Greenleaf Guides, The GreenleafGuide to Famous Men of Rome sets historic studyin a Biblical context. How do the various figuresmatch up to God's standards of justice or righteousness?Suggested supplementary readings include selections fromFoxe's Book of Martyrs, the Aeneid, and Macaulay's City.

The Greenleaf Guide To Famous Men Of Rome

Religion & Spirituality

with five new chapters by Rob Shearer edited and updated by Rob and Cyndy Shearer The stories begin with the Germanic chiefs: Alaric, Genseric, and Theodoric. Then come stories of the famous kings of the Franks: Clovis, Charles Martel, and Charlemagne. The second half of the book includes Justinian, Mohammed, William the Conqueror, Frederick Barbarossa, Marco Polo, and Joan of Arc. The stories of many of these figures can't be found for children anywhere else. Don't just show children pictures of castles; let them read the stories of those who built them and lived in them. Exclusive to the Greenleaf Press version of this classic - Five new chapters written by Rob Shearer on Augustine of Hippo, Patrick of Ireland, Benedict and Gregory, Pope Gregory VII and Emperor Henry IV, and Francis and Dominic. Note: Although other editions may have copied these chapter titles (and borrowed heavily from Rob's text), only the Greenleaf Press edition has the original chapters written by Rob.

Famous Men Of The Middle Ages

Shearer, Rob

A Companion to Famous Men of the Middle Ages (also published by Greenleaf). The thirty-four lessons in this guide are a gentle introduction to the history of the Middle Ages, using what Charlotte Mason called a “living book.” This guide will show you how to use the biographies in Famous Men of the Middle Ages with students in a wide range of grade levels. Key figures from church history (Augustine, Patrick, Francis) as well as kings, knights, and travellers are covered with lots of suggestions for supplemental books and activities. Make sure you get the Greenleaf version of Famous Men of the Middle Ages. Its the only one that includes the five new chapters (on Augustine, Patrick, Francis, Dominic, etc) written by Rob Shearer and added to the original 1904 edition.

The Greenleaf Guide to Famous Men of the Middle Ages

From the author: I had a long list of things I wanted to find in a first grammar and composition text. I wanted material that would concentrate on the writing process without burdening the young child. I wanted a text that would draw the child into writing. I wanted a text that would lay a foundation for good composition skills, skills that could be applied in all learning situations. With eleven children to care for, I wanted something simple and fun to work with, both for me and my children. When I found this book, I knew I had found the book I wanted to use.Originally published in 1900, it uses wonderful pictures to stimulate the child’s imagination and lead him or her into writing. The grammarintroduced includes those things necessary to the writing task. There are memorization assignments, oral compositions, written compositions,and practice exercises. I use this book for a second grade English text, but it is also very useful as a first course for older, reluctant writers. No teacher’s edition is necessary; everything you need is in the student text. I hope you enjoy it as we have.

English For The Thoughtful Child

Mary F. Hyde

Cynthia A. Shearer

Education & Reference

An unusual and thought-provoking collection of biographies that tell the story of the two great movements in European history that ushered in modern times. Many of the figures will be familiar (Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Luther) but there are some unusual and intriguing choices as well (Machiavelli, Cesare Borgia, and Michael Sattler, for example). The text covers the period in Western European history from 1300-1550, and also includes chapters on Giotto, Botticelli, Savonarola, Dürer, Erasmus, Wyclif, Hus, Calvin, Zwingli, Tyndale and Knox. Includes over 75 b&amp;w images of the men, women and works of art that distinguish this period of history. 29 chapters, 192 pages.

Famous Men Of The Renaissance & Reformation

Arts & Photography

Shearer, Robert G.

History & Criticism

A study guide with background information, discussionquestions, and suggested activities toaccompany Famous Men of the Renaissance &amp;Reformation. Integrates the readings from the Famous Men books with Voices of the Renaissance and Reformation and the DK Eyewitness Renaissance book. Use this guide to help you study this time period and make sense of it within the Christian world view.

The Greenleaf Guide to Famous Men of the Renaissance and Reformation

Shearer, Cynthia A.

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