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The unshakable love of Juliet Capulet and Romeo Montagues defies the feud that divides their families. Romeo and Juliet fall in love at a masquerade party. However, Juliet has been engaged to Paris, a nobleman. With the help of Franciscan Friar Lawrence, Juliet and Romeo are secretly married. A fight and duel break out among cousins of the feuding families involving Romeo. Romeo escapes. Juliet fakes her death using poison with the help of Friar Lawrence. But, Romeo believes it and swallows poison himself at her gravesite. Juliet awakens and kills herself when she sees Romeo has dead. The families’ agree to recon ciliate after the loss of their children.

This softcover Oxford book contains some illustrations and photos to enhance the reading of this play. Background and other helpful information is given.

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Bob Books Set 2 Advancing Beginners Readers. Bob Books were developed to foster the earliest steps in reading and give children books that encourage the joy of learning through simplicity, consistency, and warmth. These carefully graduated books introduce reading sounds logically and progressively. This set includes 12 books with 16 pages each. Three letter words and sight words are included. The stories are a bit longer than Set 1. Learn More

History Stories for Children, 3rd Edition from Christian Liberty Press introduces students to major historical events and important historical people from American and World history through engaging stories children will love to read! Students will improve reading skills while learning about Alexander the Great, King David, Ponce de Leon, The Pilgrims, and many others. This new third edition has been reformatted, updated, and expanded. It has been enhanced with poetry, extension activities, and full-color images. 264 pages, softcover. 3rd Edition. Learn More

This course features a review of phonics and spelling patterns from Building Spelling Skills: Book 1, and then goes on to explore a variety of consonant combinations, blends, digraphs, the spelling of certain peculiar phonetic sounds, and larger word parts. The course ends with spelling words incorporated into reading selections. Christian values, uplifting quotes and reminders to pray before each test are noteworthy elements of these spelling workbooks for grades 1-6. Phonics principles are emphasized throughout, along with advancing vocabulary through contextual works and lessons that include word meanings. A teacher's help is necessary, especially in the beginning books. Test pages are supplied in the back of each book. Word list exercises, choose the best answer, fill in the blank, list writing practice, sentence practice, categorization and other type questions help with reinforcement and retention of spelling words and principles. This second edition features updated fonts and other minor aesthetic changes; two-tone pages don't distract from the content. Grade 2. 133 pages. Published by Christian Liberty Press. Learn More

Use this helpful resource along with the Old Testament and Ancient Egypt cards and tape. Includes comprehension questions, project ideas, tests and more. Recommended for 2nd grade and up. Learn More

Use this helpful resource along with the New Testament Greece/Rome cards and tape. Includes comprehension questions, project ideas, tests and more. Recommended for 3rd grade and up. Learn More

Use this helpful resource along with the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformation cards and tape. Includes comprehension questions, project ideas, tests and more. Recommended for 4th grade and up. Learn More

Explorers to 1815 Teacher Edition by Veritas Press is filled with helpful information, student pages, comprehension questions, project and writing ideas as well as tests. Use with Explorers to 1815 cards and cassette tape. Softcover, Christian content. Learn More

Use this helpful resource along with the 1815 to Present cards and tape. Includes comprehension questions, project ideas, test and more. Recommended for 5th grade and up. Softcover. Learn More

Use this resource for comprehension questions, project ideas, tests and more. Meant to be used with the Genesis Through Joshua cards and tape. Recommended for grades 2nd and up. Learn More

This resource is for use with the Judges Through Kings cards and tape. Includes comprehension questions, project ideas, tests and more. Recommended for 3rd grade and up. Learn More

Claim quality togetherness with your child and fully enjoy the sensitive and formative years from two to five by adopting proven teaching techniques in your own home. This acclaimed guide puts the entire range of the Montessori system within your reach, so you can make the most of your child?s vital years. Teaching Montessori in the Home has already helped thousands of parents with the techniques, exercises, and easy-to-make Montessori materials that are essential for success. It demonstrates how you can develop your child?s sensory awareness and practical life skills, as well as lay the foundation of preliminary reading, writing, and math.The author is recognized as one of the most influential proponents of the Montessori method in the United States and throughout the world due to her concise, accessible writing style. This bestselling book grants you the opportunity to teach your child at home and gain a truly rewarding experience. 128 pages. Learn More

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Switched on Schoolhouse has been discontinued and our stock is limited. The USB Flash drive will work on current Windows 10 Home or Pro versions (S mode not supported). AOP Technical support will be available until June 2022. According to Alpha Omega, the USB Drive should continue to work on Windows 10 beyond June 2022, but no tech support will be available.

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This biblically-based, Alpha Omega curriculum provides everything needed by both parent and student for an entire school year. With the SOS 5th Grade 5-Subject Set, you will receive all five subjects—Bible, History & Geography, Language Arts, Math, and Science.

Take a look at what’s included in this complete set: Bible — Christian Basics I History & Geography — History of the Western Hemisphere Language Arts — Literature, Poetry, and Reports Math — Plane and Solid Shapes, Perimeter, Area, Fractions, Decimals and Probabilities Science — Life Cycles: Balance in Nature

Text-based lessons are interspersed with interactive multimedia activities which enrich and reinforce material presented in the lesson. Comprehension and review questions used at the end of each lesson encourage mastery of learned material, and quizzes and unit tests provide an excellent way for parents to evaluate student progress. Everything you’re looking for—all in one place!

Available in the USB flash drive format, CDs are no longer available.

Minimum system requirements: Windows 10 Home or Pro (Up to Date); Dual Core 1.1 GHz or higher (2 GHz recommended), 4 GB RAM, 120 GB minimum total space with 5GB available hard drive space, and a 1024 x 768 or higher resolution monitor. Microsoft Office and a printer are recommended.

Please note that the software is NOT Mac-compatible and is no longer Windows XP or Windows 8 compatible. Windows 10 S Mode is not supported.

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NO LONGER SUPPORTED AFTER JUNE 2022

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Switched on Schoolhouse has been discontinued and our stock is limited. The USB Flash drive will work on current Windows 10 Home or Pro versions (S mode not supported). AOP Technical support will be available until June 2022. According to Alpha Omega, the USB Drive should continue to work on Windows 10 beyond June 2022, but no tech support will be available.

This Item is On Final Closeout Sale and NOT RETURNABLE

Units: World Geography; The Cradle of Civilization; The Civilizations of Greece & Rome; Life in the Middle Ages; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; Africa; Six South American Countries; Seven South American Countries; and Development of Our World.

Open the doors to the past and discover new, exciting places with Switched-On Schoolhouse 6th Grade History & Geography! Discover a whole new world of homeschooling with this innovative, computer-based Alpha Omega curriculum. How is it different? Switched-On Schoolhouse offers interactive computer lessons enriched with multimedia, learning games, and more! Created to enhance and motivate students, this unique curriculum brings history to life for today's generation. No boring textbooks here!

And that's just the beginning! Your child will learn about interesting countries and civilizations with this appealing history course. Topics include the beginnings of man, the ancient world of Greece and Rome, life in the Middle Ages, and an in-depth study of continents. Complete with colorful images, practice lessons, and diverse questions, this homeschool curriculum ensures solid student comprehension. Give your child quality academics and a fun learning environment at the same time!

Switched-On Schoolhouse Flash Drives are newly updated!

Alpha Omega offers their courses in interactive curriculum software. Features include automatic grading and record keeping, videos, animations, and sound files, custom curriculum options, advanced lesson planning, a variety of desktop themes, printing options, and more.

Minimum system requirements: Windows 10 Home or Pro (Up to Date); Dual Core 1.1 GHz or higher (2 GHz recommended), 4 GB RAM, 120 GB minimum total space with 5GB available hard drive space, and a 1024 x 768 or higher resolution monitor. Microsoft Office and a printer are recommended.

Please note that the software is NOT Mac-compatible and is no longer Windows XP or Windows 8 compatible. Windows 10 S Mode is not supported.

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Give children a jump-start on the phonics they need to read thousands of words with this motivating electronic quiz card set. Kids will be amazed as the special Talking Hot Dots Pen reinforces answers with 20 cool phrases and glowing lights. One hundred sixty colorful lessons on 80 illustrated cards feature skills in five progressive categories that prepare children for reading. PLUS, the cards are self-correcting for hours of independent learning fun!

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Teacher guide includes: Objectives for each lesson Teaching strategies Vocabulary reviews Supplemental exercises Model poems created specifically for each lesson Four reproducible bonus activities for more advanced poetic forms A student handout on reading poetry aloud Interdisciplinary activities. From Walch Education. Learn More

Covers essential chemical concepts and ideas; Demonstrates the importance of chemistry in daily life; Provides ample assessment and numerous opportunities to develop; critical-thinking and problem-solving skills; Includes lesson plans, discussion questions, and strategies for building; reading, writing, and math skills. Student Activity Text. Teacher's guide available (sold separately, Item #4450). Grades 9-12. From Walch Education. Learn More

The Spalding Method for Teaching Speech, Spelling, Writing, and Reading. 5th revised edition The Spalding Method helps train the right and left sides of the brain as children see, hear, read, and write. It is cost effective and efficient: students use pencils, paper, and their minds. The results are stunning. Children learn to connect speech sounds to print and begin to write and read almost magically. Spalding students perform well in the classroom and on tests. Most importantly, they love to read and write. Softcover. 470 pages. Learn More

In this grammar series, students in third, fourth, and fifth grade receive detailed instruction about the parts of speech and their function in sentences. The connection between grammar and clear, engaging writing is emphasized. In Book 3, students review the parts of speech they learned in Books 1 and 2 and move on to more advanced material. The new material helps students add life to their writing and encourages them to use more sophisticated forms. Through examples and exercises, students learn why grammar is important and how using it correctly will help them in reading, speaking, and writing. The numerous practice exercises ensure students’ mastery of the concepts. Review sections revisit several units so that students can practice using different grammar elements together. A detailed Final Review chapter reinforces every concept in the individual chapters. The Final Review material can also be used for testing, as additional work for students who need extra help or as a challenge for more able students. Book 3 is for Grade 5. Answer keys are available - sold separately. Learn More

The Modern Age (1850 to 1994) – Introduce your child to the marvelous story of world civilizations with the final volume of this best-selling history series. Where was the Crystal Palace? Who was the Sick Man of Europe? And how did cow fat start a revolution? Susan Wise Bauer leads you on a fascinating journey through the cultures, conflicts, and ideas that continue to shape our world. This read-aloud book is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children, or for older readers to enjoy alone. Turn it into a full-year curriculum with the accompanying Activity Book (sold separately), which provides map exercises, review questions, reading lists (fiction and nonfiction), research ideas, and fun projects. Parents of older students (4th grade and up) can use the Tests (sold separately) to evaluate progress, with multiple-choice, short answer, and essay questions for each chapter. Learn More

Spectrum Test Prep Grade 4 includes strategy-based activities for language arts and math, test tips to help answer questions, and critical thinking and reasoning. The Spectrum Test Prep series for grades 1 to 8 was developed by experts in education and was created to help students improve and strengthen their test-taking skills. The activities in each book not only feature essential practice in reading, math, and language arts test areas, but also prepare students to take standardized tests. Students learn how to follow directions, understand different test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. Step-by-step solutions in the answer key are included. Learn More

Ancient Times (5000 BC to 400 AD) – History is a story; Isn’t it time you read it that way? This engaging guide presents world history in a narrative format. What terrible secret was buried in Shi Huangdi’s tomb? Did nomads like lizard stew? What happened to Anansi the Spider in the Village of the Plantains? And how did a six-year old become the last emperor of Rome? Susan Wise Bauer leads you on a fascinating journey through the cultures, conflicts, and ideas that continue to shape our world. This read-aloud book is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children, or for older readers to enjoy alone. Turn it into a full-year curriculum with the accompanying Activity Book (sold separately), which provides coloring pages, map exercises, review questions, reading lists (fiction and nonfiction), research ideas, and fun projects (the “mummified chicken” is a popular one). Parents of older students (4th grade and up) can use the Tests (sold separately) to evaluate progress, with multiple-choice, short answer, and essay questions for each chapter. Learn More

The Story of the U.S.A. is a series of workbooks which present basic topics in American history in language that is easy to read and to understand, without sacrificing interest or scholarship. Written for the upper elementary and secondary level, these illustrated books offer intelligently written and carefully structured material which develops vocabulary and comprehension skills as well as informs. As a series, the books cover American history from early Indian times to the present. Book 1, Explorers and Settlers discusses the first Americans—who they were, and how they got here including a description of the Native American civilizations, the Spanish conquest, and the American Revolution. Book 2, A Young Nation Solves Its Problems begins with the development of the new American government and includes the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution, Monroe doctrine, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. Book 3, America Becomes a Giant deals with Reconstruction, industrialization, Westward expansion, World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. The last book, Modern American, raises important issues in recent history and includes Eisenhower’s presidency, McCarthyism, civil rights, and Presidents Kennedy and Johnson. The books are written at the same level of difficulty, with the same format. A brief teacher’s guide suggests ways of using each book, and provides answers for the final tests. Skills Addressed • Social studies and history content • Literal and inferential comprehension skills • Vocabulary development • Main idea. Grades 4-8. Learn More

The Story of the U.S.A. is a series of workbooks which present basic topics in American history in language that is easy to read and to understand, without sacrificing interest or scholarship. Written for the upper elementary and secondary level, these illustrated books offer intelligently written and carefully structured material which develops vocabulary and comprehension skills as well as informs. As a series, the books cover American history from early Indian times to the present. Book 1, Explorers and Settlers discusses the first Americans—who they were, and how they got here including a description of the Native American civilizations, the Spanish conquest, and the American Revolution. Book 2, A Young Nation Solves Its Problems begins with the development of the new American government and includes the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution, Monroe doctrine, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. Book 3, America Becomes a Giant deals with Reconstruction, industrialization, Westward expansion, World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. The last book, Modern American, raises important issues in recent history and includes Eisenhower’s presidency, McCarthyism, civil rights, and Presidents Kennedy and Johnson. The books are written at the same level of difficulty, with the same format. A brief teacher’s guide suggests ways of using each book, and provides answers for the final tests. Skills Addressed • Social studies and history content • Literal and inferential comprehension skills • Vocabulary development • Main idea. Grades 4-8. Learn More