{"id":889,"date":"2021-08-10T14:19:54","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T14:19:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/?p=889"},"modified":"2021-10-06T13:40:08","modified_gmt":"2021-10-06T13:40:08","slug":"how-to-create-a-homeschool-history-curriculum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/blog\/book-recommendations\/how-to-create-a-homeschool-history-curriculum\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Homeschool History Curriculum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>History can be an intriguing subject when approached correctly. Many students find history to be dull due to the use of hefty textbooks and long lectures. This doesn\u2019t have to be the case! As a homeschool parent, you can bring all subjects to life, including history. Here\u2019s how you can create a homeschool history curriculum that will make any student want to learn more!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>1. Choose a Topic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>History literally spans the ages, so it\u2019s important to dial in on a specific topic or time in history. This makes it easier to create a curriculum because it automatically narrows your choices. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pioneer Era<\/li><li>The Great Depression<\/li><li>African American History<\/li><li>Ancient Rome<\/li><li>WW2<\/li><li>US History<\/li><li>The Cold War<\/li><li>The Revolutionary War<\/li><li>Pandemics<\/li><li>Prehistoric times<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These suggestions are just the tip of the iceberg! Take note of what interests your student. There may be a historical figure or era they gravitate to that would make a great unit!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pirate-ship-1719396_1920-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-892\" width=\"473\" height=\"314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pirate-ship-1719396_1920-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pirate-ship-1719396_1920-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pirate-ship-1719396_1920-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pirate-ship-1719396_1920-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pirate-ship-1719396_1920.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>2. Pick Your Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, decide what resources you\u2019re going to use in your homeschool. It can be challenging for parents to piece together a curriculum, especially if they have multiple sources. For example, a US history homeschool curriculum may include <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/encyclopedia-articles\/?tag=biography\">biographies<\/a> of presidents, <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/world-book\/timelines\/\">timelines<\/a> of important events, and audio of famous speeches. LightSail keeps it simple with its <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/\">library<\/a> of over 6,000 different books, audiobooks, videos, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When studying history, it\u2019s crucial to have reliable facts to back your claims! LightSail gives students access to the highly reputable <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/world-book\/encyclopedia\/\">World Book Encyclopedia<\/a>, including their <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/world-book\/timelines\/\">Timelines<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/world-book\/biographies\/\">Biography Center<\/a>, and articles, and <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/world-book\/maps-and-atlas\/\">Maps and Atlas<\/a>. There are even images that go along with each page! Students will also benefit from the vast assortment of <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/classic-books\/\">classic books<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/audio-books\/\">audiobooks<\/a> from different periods. Bonus: All your materials are in one place!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sword-5470700_1920-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-891\" width=\"467\" height=\"311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sword-5470700_1920-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sword-5470700_1920-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sword-5470700_1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sword-5470700_1920-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sword-5470700_1920.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>3. Make It Unique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>History doesn\u2019t have to be contained to a book. Your student will learn the most when you create a homeschool history curriculum that fits their unique learning style. Auditory learners may benefit from read-alouds and <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/audio-books\/\">audiobooks<\/a>. Kinesthetic learners will appreciate hands-on activities, such as crafting the Mayflower or making a recipe from The Great Depression. Visual learners will love LightSail\u2019s vast selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/video\/\">videos<\/a>, images, and timelines. There\u2019s something for everyone!<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling to come up with a supplemental activity, here are some tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Have students dress as characters from the period you\u2019re studying<\/li><li>Create a meal specific to a particular era<\/li><li>Watch a movie from times past<\/li><li>Find a festival, fair, or play based on historical events<\/li><li>Visit a museum<\/li><li>Create an airplane, car, or invention<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have fun with your curriculum and focus on activities that will make the best memories. Don\u2019t forget to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/collections\/\">LightSail\u2019s unit studies<\/a> for a pre-selected mix of books, audiobooks, and videos!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>History can be an intriguing subject when approached correctly. Many students find history to be dull due to the use of hefty textbooks and long lectures. 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