20^th Century World History Fun Online

In “20^th Century World History Fun Online,” Episode, #181, Laura Nolette & Meredith Curtis talk about Meredith’s 20^th Century World History Class online at True North Homeschooling Academy. First, they talk about history co-oping and how they ended up leading a co-op and teaching online. They discuss history labs (design an amusement park, diaromas, acting out battles, radio shows, commercials) and how they add depth and fun to history studies.

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Show Notes

Our experience history co-oping and teaching online

History Classes In Person – Co-op

All ages together for history lab
Separate classes for discussing history material
Archaeological Dig
“Olympic Games”
Quill Pens & Berry Ink
Tin Punching
Act Out Stagecoach Robbery
Underground Railroad Game (similar to capture the flag)

History Labs in the 20^th Century

Games through the Century
DIY Miniature Gold
Diaroma of Battlefield – Trench Warfare
War II Poster
Listen to Music from each Decade
Radio Show – Truthful Reporting from Vietnam
Create an Airplane Company & Make Commercial
Plan a Trip on Route 66
Design an Amusement Park
Mapping
Family Trees
Much more!

Why Teaching the 20^th Century Is Needed

So much of history is being rewritten
20^th Century impacts 21^st Century
Socialism/Communism needs to be understood
Wars/Terrorism/Civil Rights Movement/Eugenics/
Set them up for success in the more formal years

World History 20^th Century

Online classes at True North Homeschool Academy
2 Classes – Middle School & High School
Textbook & Workbook at Home
Powerpoint, Videos, Project Sharing, and Discussion online

Benefits of Online History Fun

Teen LIKE history
Teens learn with other teens
Just one hour a week for 15 weeks/semester
Pleasant, wholesome atmosphere

20^th Century World History at True North Homeschool Academy

World History of the 20^th Century for High Schoolers

Twentieth Century History Modern World for Jr. High Students

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History Resources

Our curriculum works great at home; or in church, homeschool co-ops, and online classes, too! 😊

HIS Story of the 20th Century by Meredith Curtis

HIS Story of the 20th Century: High School Workbook by Meredith Curtis

HIS Story of the 20th Century Middle School Workbook

HIS Story of the 20th Century Cookbook by Meredith Curtis and Laura Nolette

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Science Fun Online

In “Science Fun Online,” Episode, #181, Laura Nolette & Meredith Curtis talk about Laura’s science class Science Exploration at True North Homeschooling Academy. First, they talk about homeschool co-oping and how they ended up leading a co-op and teaching online. What takes the intimidation out of learning science? Is hands-on science fun possible online? How do children respond and learn science online? Laura and Meredith answer these questions and more!

Powerline Productions, Inc.

Bringing Homeschool Joy to Families Everywhere!

Show Notes

Our experience homeschooling, co-oping, and teaching online

Science Classes In Person

All ages together for labs, experiments, and projects
Trebuchet -physics
Potato gun – physics
Volcano – earth science
Games, crafts, more!

Goal of Teaching Science in Elementary

Children learn that science is fun!
Children learn that science is interesting!
Integrating all ages for labs, experiments, and projects.
Set them up for success in the more formal years

Science Exploration

Online classes at True North Homeschool Academy
2 Age Groups
Hands-on Science
Textbook this Year: From Seas to Shining Stars

Benefits of Online Science Fun

Children LIKE science rather than being intimidated by it
Children enjoy learning
Pleasant, wholesome atmosphere

Science Exploration at True North Homeschool Academy

Science Exploration A for K-3

Science Exploration B for 4-6

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Science Resources

Our curriculum works great at home; or in church, homeschool co-ops, and online classes, too! 😊

From Stars to Shining Seas by Laura Nolette and Meredith Curtis at Powerline Productions, Inc.

Little Lambs Exploring the Heavens Lapbook by Laura Nolette and Meredith Curtis at Powerline Productions, Inc.

My Creation Week Lapbook by Meredith Curtis and Laura Nolette at Powerline Productions, inc.

Healthy Living for Christian Teens by Meredith Curtis

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