Christian Curriculum

From the Anglo-Saxons to the Renaissance, from chivalrous knights to Genghis Khan, students will improve their knowledge of medieval times while learning to write with structure and style.

This theme-based writing curriculum offers a full year of instruction for students in grades 6–8 and is perfect for homeschoolers, homeschool co-ops, tutors, and hybrid schools.

Working through all of IEW's Units 1–9, students learn to take notes, retell narrative stories, summarize references, write from pictures, compose essays, and more. Includes vocabulary cards, literature suggestions, and access to helpful PDF downloads.

This book is designed to be used by an instructor who has been through or is currently viewing the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style video course.#1743

Need extra student books? See item 3305.

The Student Resource Packet (SRP)* is no longer included with Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons, but all necessary writing tool pages for this course from the 174 page Student Resource Packet are now included in the 17-page Medieval History-Based Writing Tools PDF. *If you would still like to purchase a printed Student Resource Packet, it is available, Item 7819.

Grades 6-8 From IEW

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Take your 4th–6th-grade-students to the next level in their Structure and Style® writing journey! Twenty-four more weeks of incredible writing instruction await with the humorous and engaging Andrew Pudewa. Students who have completed Year 1 Level A and are ready for their second year of the Structure and Style for Students video course will enjoy reviewing and refining the seven previously learned IEW units, then pressing on to Units 8 and 9, Essays and Formal Critiques. The curriculum provides clear daily assignments and includes vocabulary words, literature suggestions, and lesson plans for teachers. Easy to use and affordable, the second year of Structure and Style for Students builds on the skills learned in the previous video course and brings a successful solution to your writing lessons.

24 hours of DVD instruction

Teacher Manual

Student Packet and Binder

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Serving as both syllabus and workbook for the Teaching Writing: Structure & Style seminar, this essential resource also contains charts, word lists, sample lesson plans, and more. Purchase only if you already own or have access to the DVDs/video for the seminar—this Seminar and Practicum Workbook is designed to accompany the DVDs/video, rather than to be used as a stand-alone. From Institute for Excellence in Writing. Learn More

The Elegant Essay: Building Blocks for Analytical Writing Student Book. Now in its third edition, The Elegant Essay walks high school students through the entire essay-building process. The student book includes instruction, practice exercises, modeling, and grade sheets. The separate teacher's manual provides a sample schedule, grading helps, and lesson-by-lesson instructions regarding how to teach the material and includes sample models and answers. After practicing the elements of an essay, students apply all they have learned by completing two essay assignments: a descriptive and a persuasive essay. With clear explanations and practice exercises, The Elegant Essay is an excellent extension and refinement of IEW Unit 8. Consumable. Contains Christian Content. From Institute For Excellence in Writing (IEW.) Learn More

The Elegant Essay: Building Blocks for Analytical Writing. Now in its third edition, The Elegant Essay walks high school students through the entire essay-building process. The student book includes instruction, practice exercises, modeling, and grade sheets. The separate teacher's manual provides a sample schedule, grading helps, and lesson-by-lesson instructions regarding how to teach the material and includes sample models and answers. After practicing the elements of an essay, students apply all they have learned by completing two essay assignments: a descriptive and a persuasive essay. With clear explanations and practice exercises, The Elegant Essay is an excellent extension and refinement of IEW Unit 8. Consumable. Contains Christian Content. From Institute For Excellence in Writing (IEW.) Learn More

Discover a resource that will become a treasure to your family! Created to save planning time and research, this chronological index of classic world literature reveals a panoramic view of world history. Useful for students of all ages, this guide will complement many curricula and teaching styles. Contains Christian content. From Institute For Excellence in Writing (IEW). Learn More

Travel back in time to early United States history! This theme-based writing curriculum allows students to delve into the excitement of explorers, battles, land expansion, famous ships, and founding fathers while learning to write with the Structure and Style® writing method. Offering a full year of instruction for students in grades 6–8, these lessons cover all nine IEW Units. Vocabulary cards, literature suggestions, and access to helpful PDF downloads are also included.

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IEW Windows to the World: An Introduction to Literary Analysis Student Book by Lesha Meyers.

Why do certain literary works have the power to move us? With step-by-step instructions, Windows to the World teaches students how to analyze elements of literature. This reference also gives numerous examples and suggestions for helping students develop Christian discernment skills.

Contains Christian Content.

From Institute For Excellence in Writing (IEW.)

See also  Teacher/Student Combo #3034.

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p>IEW Windows to the World: An Introduction to Literary Analysis Teacher/Student Combo by Lesha Meyers. Why do certain literary works have the power to move us? With step-by-step instructions, Windows to the World teaches students how to analyze elements of literature. This reference also gives numerous examples and suggestions for helping students develop Christian discernment skills. The accompanying Teacher's Manual is suitable for both new and experienced teachers. Contains Christian Content. From Institute For Excellence in Writing (IEW.) Learn More

A fully illustrated collection of stories from the Bible, retold for young readers. Including Joseph and the Dreams, The Story of Baby Jesus, The Easter Story, Jonah and the Whale, Noah's Ark and more. A beautiful gift book that children will love to receive on any special occasion.

Series: Illustrated Stories Beautifully illustrated collections of classics and original tales.

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Introduction to Classical Studies. With this guide you will discover how to teach, learn, and master the three basic stories fundamental to a classical education. The Guide contains a three-year reading plan, a pronunciation guide, an incremental schedule of meaningful learning activities and much more. To understand how Christ changed the world radically and forever, step back in time and learn why Scripture calls the classical age "the fullness of time." Read and reread the classical stories at at leisurely pace and you and your child will have time to reflect, ponder, and wonder about the timeless and universal stories from the City of God and the City of Man. Your children will be well prepared for advanced classical studies. . The guide is designed to be used with the Golden Children's Bible, Famous Men of Rome and D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths. Teacher Guide (Sold Separately - Item # 12976) is available. A Memoria Press Publication. Spiral bound. 78 pages.

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Introduction to Classical Studies Teacher Guide to be used with "Introduction to Classical Studies Student Guide" (sold separately - Item #5111) With this guide you will discover how to teach, learn, and master the three basic stories fundamental to a classical education and provides elementary and middle-school students with an introduction to the foundations of a classical curriculum. This teacher's guide features two pages of lesson plans for each week. The first page provides the week's daily schedule with checkboxes for readings, memory work, art, and other projects if available for that week. The other page features Roman history questions (with answers) and honors work. Timeline work, Bible verse memorization, and vocabulary is also integrated. 30 units for a 30-week school year. Multiple scheduling options are discussed for families who want an alternative other than reading the three books simultaneously. 90 pages plus appendix with additional materials. 2nd Edition. Grades 3-8. Learn More

Judges Through Kings Memory Song CD. Memorization is always easier with music. Learn history and the Bible chronologically with these fun songs. For use with the Teacher's Manual and History Cards. Part of the Veritas Press Bible Curriculum. Recommended for 3rd grade and up.

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Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar is a tragedy based on the historical events surrounding the death of Caesar, exploring the motivations of the men who orchestrated it and surrounded him in public and political life.

The Student Guide includes Reading Notes, Vocabulary, Comprehension Questions, Socratic Discussion Questions, and Essay Prompts.

Grades 9-12

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Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar is a tragedy based on the historical events surrounding the death of Caesar, exploring the motivations of the men who orchestrated it and surrounded him in public and political life. The Teacher Guide includes the inset student guide with answers, guides for Socratic Discussion Questions, and Quizzes and Quiz Keys. Learn More

This outstanding selection of stories will truly inspire the young person's mind with Christian values as they "experience" the events and challenges of life as they unfold! Features dramatized Christian stories focusing on character building. Stories include: Rena/Prayer Planks and Orphan Arthur; Nip and Tuck and The False Queen; Uncle Jake and The Stolen Book; The Bluest Ribbon and Stolen Catcher's Mitt; The Measuring Rod and One Day Difference/Valerie's Valentine; The Crooked Road and The Long Train Ride. From "Your Story Hour" publications. All ages. May contain Christian content. Learn More

King Arthur Literature Guide by Memoria Press. Literature study guides train students to become active readers. These guides focus on vocabulary, spelling, comprehension, and composition skills. Words to pronounce and spell prepare students for each chapter, and words to define build vocabulary. Comprehension questions teach students to think about what they have read and to learn to identify the important content of each story. Comprehension questions also teach students the advanced skill of composing a clear, concise answer to a question, a difficult skill at any age. Writing is thinking, and good questioning stimulates the child to think and to write. 5th grade. Teacher Guide available (Item #4418).

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King Arthur Literature Guide Teacher's Edition by Memoria Press. This teacher's guide accompanies Memoria Press' King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table Literature Guide, sold separately (Item #4417) . The student book is reproduced with the correct answers inserted. The back of the book contains quizzes with short answer, multiple choice, matching, and bonus questions that address symbolism, quotes, characters, and comprehension questions. Discussion question answers are listed separately. Vocabulary tests for each book feature definitions with a word bank to choose from. A final exam asks students to identify who said what to whom, match vocabulary with its definition, identify locations of places, complete comprehension questions, and write an essay (bonus questions are included). The answers for the vocabulary tests & exam are overlaid on reproduced forms. 53 pages plus tests & exam. Softcover. Grades 5. Learn More

It is the year 1757 and the French-Indian Wars are in full swing. An escalating cycle of events begins when British Major Heyward decides to escort the General's daughters through the woods, following an Indian scout. Betrayed by this scout to the Hurons and French, they are saved by two Mohicans and a white scout named Hawkeye. Thus begins a cycle of war, danger, flight, revenge, loss, and eventually an ultimate sacrifice that will change their lives forever. Part of the Leatherstocking Tales by James Fenimore Cooper. Easy-to-use lessons include vocabulary, comprehension, analysis and critical thinking exercises, questions on related Biblical principles, activities, and a complete answer key. Middle & High School guides take approximately from 8 to 10 weeks to complete. 78 reproducible pages, paperback. Grades 9-12. From Progeny Press. Learn More

Handwriting practice and Latin practice are combined in this copybook. While improving handwriting, students memorize classroom Latin (e.g. “Hello, teacher”), Latin sayings, and beautiful prayers and hymns from Latina Christiana, First Form Latin, and Lingua Angelica.

Latin Cursive Copybook starts with an introduction to forming letters followed by classroom Latin, sayings, and hymns from Latina Christiana, First Form Latin, and Lingua Angelica. Our copybooks are three-in-one wonders that include memory work, copybook exercises, and drawing pages. They teach penmanship, timeless Latin passages, accuracy, attention to detail, and memorization—all through the simple skill of copying. Why have students practice their handwriting on word lists when they can learn beautiful Latin hymns and prayers that will stay with them for their entire lives? Memoria Press’ cursive font is based on the New American Cursive handwriting program. New American Cursive is specifically designed with beautiful yet simple curves for introducing young students to cursive.

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The Latina Christiana & Prima Latina Flashcards, Fourth Edition work with Prima Latina and Latina Christiana.

The Latina Christiana & Prima Latina Flashcards, Fourth Edition are pre-cut and cover the vocabulary (Latin, lesson number, and any derivative, on one side; English on the other), Latin sayings (Latin and lesson number on one side, English on the other), and grammar forms (cue word, lesson number, and form name on one side; Latin forms on the other). Note that for the lesson number on the vocabulary cards, the Latina Christiana lesson number is listed first, followed by the Prima Latina lesson number in parentheses, e.g. “1 (PL 4).”

Individual flashcards are 3.5 x 2.5 inches.

About Latina Christiana: Latina Christiana is, quite simply, the best grammar-based Latin course available for beginning students. Cheryl Lowe’s clear explanations, easy instructions, and step-by-step approach have led thousands of teachers and students to declare, “I love Latin!” Each lesson consists of a grammar form, ten vocabulary words, and English derivatives to help build vocabulary and a Latin saying that teaches students about their Christian and classical heritage. Five review lessons help ensure that your student has mastered the material.

About Prima Latina: Are you looking for a gentle introduction to Latin and a course that prepares your young student for a more advanced study of the language? Prima Latina is specifically designed for students and teachers with no Latin background. This course was developed for children in 1st-4th grades who are still becoming familiar with English grammar and wish to learn Latin at a slower pace and learn English grammar in the process. Its goal is to teach and reinforce an understanding of the basic parts of speech while introducing Latin. It benefits the student by teaching him half of the vocabulary in Latina Christiana and grounding him in the fundamental concepts of English grammar, the key to Latin study.

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The Latina Christiana Instructional Videos bring a master Latin teacher into your home, providing additional expert instruction. Each lesson is approximately 15 minutes.

Latina Christiana Instructional DVDs

• 3 discs, 5.5 hrs. (avg. 15 min./lesson).  
• Thorough coverage of each new grammar lesson
• Recitation and review
• Vocabulary practice and explanation of derivatives
• On-screen notes, illustrations, & diagrams
• Additional examples
• Self-instructive format

About the Instructor:

Jessica Watson received her B.S. in elementary education from Northland International University. Between homeschooling and classroom teaching, she has over seventeen years of teaching experience. Currently, Jessica teaches at Highlands Latin School and occasionally writes and works for Memoria Press.

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Cheryl Lowe’s clear explanations, easy instructions, and step-by-step approach in the Latina Christiana Complete Set have led thousands of teachers and students to declare, “I love Latin!” With the help of this course, you are sure to love Latin too!

Latina Christiana was designed as a beginning course for students of all ages. This course was specifically written for the teacher with no background in Latin. Students who have completed Latina Christiana are now ready for the First Form Latin Series (5097, 5098, 5099). Memoria Press recommends students move directly from Latina Christiana to First Form.

There is an optional history component to Latina Christiana taken from Chapters 1-13 of Famous Men of Rome reading selections not included in LC). Drill questions are included in Latina Christiana, as well as a history test. Learning the history and culture of Rome is often a great motivating factor for students studying the Latin language. For a more in-depth study of Roman history, consider the Memoria Press Famous Men of Rome set #4512, 4549.

Student Book (25 lessons + 5 review lessons) A grammar form for each lesson 10 vocabulary words per lesson with corresponding English derivatives Latin sayings that teach Christian or Classical heritage Consistent reviews

105 pages.   Grades 3-6

The Latina Christiana Student Workbook is both the text and workbook for the Latina Christiana program.

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Cheryl Lowe’s clear explanations, easy instructions, and step-by-step approach in the Latina Christiana Complete Set have led thousands of teachers and students to declare, “I love Latin!” With the help of this course, you are sure to love Latin too!

.Latina Christiana is, quite simply, the best grammar-based Latin course available for beginning students. Cheryl Lowe’s clear explanations, easy instructions, and step-by-step approach have led thousands of teachers and students to declare, “I love Latin!” Each lesson consists of a grammar form, ten vocabulary words, and English derivatives to help build vocabulary and a Latin saying that teaches students about their Christian and classical heritage.

Five review lessons help ensure that your student has mastered the material. Each lesson consists of a grammar form, ten vocabulary words, and English derivatives to help build vocabulary and a Latin saying that teaches students about their Christian and classical heritage. Five review lessons help ensure that your student has mastered the material. Exercises reinforce memory work and teach grammar in incremental steps through simple translation. Grammar coverage includes 1st-2nd declension nouns, 1st-2nd conjugation verbs, 1st-2nd declension adjectives, the irregular verb to be, and 1st-2nd person pronouns.

Teacher Manual

• Complete copy of Student Book with overlaid answers
• Detailed weekly lesson plans
• Comprehensive teaching instructions
• Grammar overview
• Recitation schedule
• Background information on Latin sayings & Roman history
• Tests, quizzes, & keys

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