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Don't Know Much about the Universe. Who dug those canals on Mars? What was the biblical Star of Bethlehem? Were the pyramids built by extraterrestrials? From the ancients who charted the heavens to Star Trek, The X-Files, and Apollo 13, outer space has intrigued people through the ages. Yet most of us look up at the night sky and feel totally in the dark when it comes to the basic facts about the universe. Kenneth C. Davis steps into that void with a lively and readable guide to the discoveries, theories, and real people who have shed light on the mysteries and wonders of the cosmos. Discover why Einstein was such a genius, the truth behind a blue moon or two, the amazing secrets of Stonehenge, and even how one great astronomer lost his nose. With the fun question-and-answer format that has appealed to the millions of readers of his bestselling Don't Much About® series, you'll be taking off on an exciting armchair exploration of the solar system, the Milky Way, and beyond. 384 pages. Learn More

“One of the seminal works of Western philosophy, Aristotle’s Rhetoric vastly all subsequent thought on the subject—philosophical, political, and literary. Focusing on the use of language as both a vehicle and a tool to shape a persuasive argument, Aristotle delineates with remarkable insight both practical and aesthetic elements and their proper combination in an effective presentation, oral or written. He emphasizes the role of language in achieving precision and clarity of thought.

The ancients regarded rhetoric as the crowning intellectual discipline—the synthesis of logical principles and other knowledge attained from years of schooling. Modern readers will find considerable relevance in Aristotelian rhetoric and its focus on developing argumentation. Aristotle’s examinations of how to comose and interpret speeches offer significant insights into the language and style of contemporary communications, from advertisements to news reports and other media.”

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Martin Cothran’s Classical Rhetoric with Aristotle is a guided tour through the first part of the greatest single book on communication ever written: Aristotle’s Rhetoric. With questions that will help the student unlock every important aspect of the book, along with fill-in-the-blank charts and analyses of great speeches, this companion text to Aristotle’s great work will send the student on a voyage of discovery from which he will return with a competent knowledge of the basic classical principles of speech and writing.

The Student Text contains exercises, questions, reading notes and more, centered around Aristotle’s Rhetoric, but also with review questions from Traditional Logic.

It also contains optional exercises for Arthur Quinn’s Figures of Speech

The answers are contained in the Answer Key (# 6131 sold separately).

178 pages

Grades 10-12

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Classical Rhetoric is not one of those subjects that many parents have experience with, which is one reason why our customers have long been clamoring for an instructional DVD to go along with the course. Although Martin Cothran’s Classical Rhetoric is self-instructional, it is still nice to have the author helping your student through material that would otherwise be unfamiliar. In this DVD, Mr. Cothran takes the subject of persuasive communication and brings Aristotle’s principles to life by drawing on current events and his own experiences speaking and debating. For those homeschool parents and teacher who want some help teaching rhetoric, Classical Rhetoric is now available on DVD!

Memoria Press’ video course features Martin Cothran, author of the book, Classical Rhetoric: Aristotle’s Principles of Persuasion. These DVDs include Mr. Cothran’s verbal instructions on every aspect of the course, including supplementary exercises, and include helpful graphics slides to help explain the content. There are lectures for each lesson, plus an introduction and four case studies. The lesson lectures average 45 minutes each.

Used along with Classical Rhetoric, your new DVD course will enable you to bring a master teacher into your home.

This course is ideal for students from 9th grade to adult.

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The Answer Key contains the answers to the exercises in the Classical Rhetoric Student Text by Martin Cothran (#6130 sold separately). Learn More

Pages of History 1 transports the reader through the timeline of the world-providing a view of God's work in every age. It's perfect for family story time or individual study.

From a mysterious safe in a dusty library comes the gateway to a journey through history. What James and Lance thought would be a boring school project is astonishingly transformed into an adventure that will forever change their lives.

In this exciting first volume, Pages of History 1: Secrets of the Ancients, James and Lance travel from Creation through the Reformation. Their adventures in history will captivate readers young and old. This volume covers 96 major historic events--all of the first three series in the Veritas Press History--and thousands of years of history in the format of a compelling story.

The series is written with an unapologetic Christian worldview and provides an engaging approach to classical teaching.

(This publication is not related to the service mark, PAGES OF HISTORY, registered by Gerald Docteur.)

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Take a tour with students in grades 5 and up using Egypt and the Middle East! This 128-page book covers topics such as Sumer, the rise of kings, grave robbers, Queen Hatshepsut, King Tut, Alexander the Great, the Islamic Golden Age, the Crusades, WWI, and Saddam Hussein. This book presents and reinforces information through captivating reading passages and a variety of reproducible, cross-discipline activities. It also includes biographical sketches, a time line, and a complete answer key.

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Six different world cultures are the focus of Hands-On Culture: Japan, Mexico and Central America, Southeast Asia, West Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece and Rome. These colorful volumes examine each culture's art, science, history, geography, and language and literature. From making sushi to designing a drum to reading hieroglyphics, students use an array of hands-on activities to grow more culturally aware and appreciative if differences among peoples. Topics in this volume include: Writing and the Greek alphabet; Greek and Roman proverbs; Greek and Roman gods and myths; Daily life in Rome. Grades 5-9. From Walch Education Learn More

Part of the Hands-On Culture Series, Six different world cultures are the focus of Hands-On Culture: Japan, Mexico and Central America, Southeast Asia, West Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece and Rome. These colorful volumes examine each culture's art, science, history, geography, and language and literature. From making sushi, to designing a drum to reading hieroglyphics, students use an array of hands-on activities to grow more culturally aware and appreciative if differences among peoples. Topics in this volume include: Egyptian religion: hundreds of gods; Hieroglyphics: picture writing; Playing games; Drama: the Festival of Osiris; Making a mummy. Grades 5-9. From Walch Education. Learn More

Lifepac Science 7th Grade Boxed Set by Alpha Omega. The LIFEPAC 7th Grade Science Set is a colorful, student-driven science course focused on the study of God's wonderful creation. In this engaging worktext-based program, your child will focus on the study of earth science and human anatomy, including lesson on science tools, Copernicus, the planets, solar effects, climate, and weather. Teacher's guide included. Learn More

Blazonry & the knights' game were full of color; heraldic arms were on man, woman and horse. The figures are from ancient monuments, and you will learn the rules of heraldry when you color them. From Bellerophon Books. Learn More

Magnificent Helmets - to cut out, put together and wear . The ancient world's best. From Bellerophon Books. Learn More

Peter J. Leithart analyzes some of the grand classics of ancient literature from a Christian perspective. Includes: Theogony, The Iliad, The Odyssey, The Aeneid and more. Softcover. 385 pages. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 6 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Our Basic American Right Science—The Biggest River Philosophy, Logic, and Language—The Power of Words Combined Subjects—Communication Through the Arts Math—Mathematics in Art Literature—Desert Treasure The Arts—The Art of Ancient Egypt In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Building Spelling Skills Answer Key by Christian Liberty Press. Spelling book teaches students many of the most important root words from foundational languages such as Latin, French, Greek, Spanish, American Indian and Dutch. Also teaches about vocabulary words from ancient and modern poetry, English literature, and world literature. 8th grade. Learn More

Be an eyewitness to the prehistoric beasts that once ruled the earth and find out how ancient fossils and footprints can reveal their awesome world. From their evolution to their extinction, see what dinosaur skin was like, find out how a fossil can show if a dinosaur was a carnivore or herbivore, study claws and tails and how they were used and more in this latest edition of an Eyewitness favorite. For over 25 years, DK's Eyewitness books have been the most trusted nonfiction series in classrooms, libraries, and homes around the world. In summer 2014 this award-winning series will get a fresh new look both inside and out. The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards. 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

Set includes 32 cards, plan to cover one per week. Included are dates of events, summary of events, resource helps for teaching the events and more. Recommended for 2nd grade and up. Learn More

Penguin Historical Atlas Egypt. From its humble origins as a cluster of rival chiefdoms along the banks of the Nile, ancient Egypt rose to become one of the most advanced civilizations of its time. This atlas traces its turbulent history and remarkable cultural development, from 5000BC through the collapse. Political rivalries are charted through the successive dynasties, from the strife of the intermediate perods to the golden ages of prosperity and artistic glory. Includes over 60 full color maps, special features and timelines and more. Softcover144 pages. Learn More

This compelling story of adventure, romance, and intrigue, set in ancient Egypt, was written by the three-time Newbery Honor and Edgar Award winning author Eloise Jarvis McGraw. Mara is a proud and beautiful slave girl who yearns for freedom in ancient Egypt, under the rule of Queen Hatshepsut. Mara is not like other slaves; she can read and write, as well as speak the language of Babylonian. So, to barter for her freedom, she finds herself playing the dangerous role of double spy for two arch enemies—each of whom supports a contender for the throne of Egypt. Against her will, Mara finds herself falling in love with one of her masters, the noble Sheftu, and she starts to believe in his plans of restoring Thutmose III to the throne. But just when Mara is ready to offer Sheftu her help and her heart, her duplicity is discovered, and a battle ensues in which both Mara’s life and the fate of Egypt are at stake. Learn More

A Newbery Honor Book Winner of a Newbery Honor, an exciting ancient Egyptian mystery! Ranofer wants only one thing in the world: to be a master goldsmith like his beloved father was. But how can he when he is all but imprisoned by his evil half brother, Gebu? Ranofer knows the only way he can escape Gebu’s abuse is by changing his destiny. But can a poor boy with no skills survive on the cutthroat streets of ancient Thebes? Then Ranofer finds a priceless golden goblet in Gebu’s room and he knows his luck−and his destiny−are about to change. 256 pages. Ages 10+ Learn More

NO LONGER SUPPORTED AFTER JUNE 2022

IN STOCK ONLY

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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This Dover coloring book includes images of daily life as well as Pharoahs, mummies and more. All ages. Learn More

Forty-four detailed drawings recall the glory of a magnificent civilization. Full-page illustrations of Cleopatra, Ramses II, arts and crafts, funerary practices, warfare, architectural monuments, and more are featured, along with captions. Educational entertainment for colorists of all ages; inexpensive source of royalty-free graphics for commercial artists. Learn More