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Core 3
Are you new to Sonlight, or homeschooling in general? If so, please take a look at our Newcomer™ 3 package! It's our recommended complete homeschool curriculum in one, easy to order package.
Vivid storytelling will transport your children to another place and time!
Core 3 links the books you read to the history you study and engages the hearts, minds and imaginations of your children. They will feel as though they are right there, marching forward with the heroes of American history.
INSTRUCTOR'S GUIDE
Relax and enjoy teaching your children!
Your Sonlight Instructor's Guide requires minimal daily preparation because we do the time-consuming and stressful work of daily, weekly and yearly planning for you.
Simply consult our comprehensive, detailed guide, and relax knowing that over 50 years of combined experience is at your finger tips, ready to guide you every step of the way.
HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY
Charge ahead into the New World!
Embark on an odyssey of adventure and suspense with your children in this first year of a two-year tour through American History. You will use 18 literature-rich resources to journey from before the Spanish conquistadors arrived till the 1850's, just prior to the American Civil War.
You will also...
- Learn about three amazing civilizations (the Incans, Aztecs and Mayans) that existed in the "New World" before the arrival of the first Europeans.
- Discover how God used an ancient legend and America's first missionary to save an entire people group in Burma.
- Sail with Christopher Columbus on his first journey of discovery to the New World.
- Find out how an unusual tribal law saved the first permanent English settlement in America and the life of Captain John Smith.
- And much more!
History & Geography 3 integrates the Read-Alouds 3, Readers 3 and History 3 programs to bring American history to life for your children.
READ-ALOUDS
Build a legacy of family time
This year you and your children will spend many wonderful hours reading 13 Read-Alouds together.
You will:
- Unlock the secrets of safe and accurate sea navigation with Nathaniel Bowditch—from his modest beginnings as an indentured servant to when he became a renowned master of the sea.
- Accompany Justin Morgan as he trains the first all-American horse—a horse who amazes his generation with his endurance and strength.
- Travel to the Andes and learn the ancient secrets of the Incas with Cusi and his pet llama.
- Survive a devastating sea voyage, escape from hostile Indian tribes and walk to Mexico City with four men (one a slave) and their 11-year-old guide Chakoh.
- And enjoy many more adventures and heartwarming stories.
READERS
Readers 3 Regular
- Your children will enjoy 16 masterfully written and adventure-filled stories that encourage reading confidence and comprehension. Page-turning tales keep them on the edge of their seats.
- Memorable characters come alive to them.
OR Readers 3 Advanced
Includes the Regular 3 Readers above plus nine additional titles for your child who needs more books to enjoy.
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