Here's a link from the Gutenberg Project that I found fascinating.
I have included just a bit to give you a glimpse into what it is shown on this site.
When our children arrive at the Civil War era in terms of our memory work/Veritas Press time line cards, I know this will open up enormous avenues for the dialectic model/approach to occur with our older students, as well as thought provoking copy work for the younger ones.
I would love to hear about the dinner time discussion that takes place.
Let me know and I will post some of your responses.

The Anti-Slavery Alphabet

THE ANTI-SLAVERY ALPHABET.

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"In the morning sow thy seed."

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PHILADELPHIA:

PRINTED FOR THE ANTI-SLAVERY FAIR.

1847.

Merrihew & Thompson, Printers, 7 Carter's alley.

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A is an Abolitionist—
A man who wants to free
The wretched slave—and give to all
An equal liberty.

B is a Brother with a skin
Of somewhat darker hue,
But in our Heavenly Father's sight,
He is as dear as you.

C is the Cotton-field, to which
This injured brother's driven,
When, as the white-man's slave, he toils,
From early morn till even.

More sites to browse/time line figures

I have not checked every single site thoroughly, but have browsed briefly to make sure that they are working links

This page has links for free printable time line figures. Most graphics
can be resized to whatever size you need.
http://www.squidoo. com/homeschooltimelines

Learninggamesforkids.com is true to its name! It is loaded with learning games. Guess what, our Foundations kids can quiz THEMSELVES on their geography location with a quiz on the 50 states. Some favorites on this site are the keyboarding games and the science songs. There are a lot of good tools located here.

Here is a great site of all kinds of educational games for kids from K-8. Just scroll to the bottom to change levels. there is a mix from a variety of sites, and they tell you what they help with and under what subject.
http://www.internet 4classrooms. com/month2month. htm

http://kids. nationalgeograph ic.com/ It has some games and activities.

http://www.nps. gov/webrangers/ Geared for 6 and up but you might be able to help the with younger children. It has a variety of different parks,history, science and other fun things. You earn stickers to put on a passport after you complete the park online.

http://www.zoobooks .com/

http://www. sprout.com

www.pbskids.org
www.lookybook.com
www.scholastic.com
www.funschool.kaboose. com
www.kidzone. ws
www.almanac4kids. com

History plan - weeks 4 and 5

One of the things that amazes me about Classical Conversations is the plethora of talented women that are involved in this program.
Carrie from A Ten O'ClockScholar has created a
History plan for weeks 1-12 that complement our memory work.
The sneak peak is below, but I know that you will go back and print the whole thing.
Thank you, Carrie, for sharing your hard work!

4 – Declaration of Independence

TOG: Year 2, Unit 4, Week 33-34

Reading:

Declaration of Independence

* Nathan Hale: Spy

If You Lived at the Time of the American Revolution

Book of the American Revolution (Brown Paper School)

Sam the Minute Man and George the Drummer Boy

Main Teaching Points:

• The Continental Congress tried to make peace with Britain, but was rejected. As the delegates saw that Britain would not compromise, they realized that war was ahead.

• Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4^th, 1776.

• The Americans had an advantage because they didn’t fight in formation like the British; they fought “guerilla”-style (behind trees and houses).

Activities:

• Make a punched tin lantern.

• Coloring book of Revolutionary War

• Can you get dressed and be ready to fight on one minute like the Minute Men?

Discussion Starters:

Expansion and report ideas:

5 – Our First President, George Washington

TOG Yr 2, Unit 4, Week 33

Reading:

George Washington for Kids

Discover George Washington

Main Teaching Points:

• Washington helped shape the US in three ways: commanded Continental Army, served as the president of the convention that wrote the Constitution, served as US President.

• He was much loved by his soldiers and the US people. “First in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen…” – Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee

• He was very tall and broad-shouldered (many were small at this time in history).

• Wrote and lived by his “Rules of Civility”.

Activities:

• Read some of Washington’s “Rules of Civility”

Discussion Starters:

• Which of his rules surprised you? Which ones are rules your parents have taught you? Would you have liked him if you had known him in person?

Expansion and report ideas:

• Make a small “Rules of Civility” for yourself.

6 – Louisiana Purchase

Jamestown replica project

Here is a wonderful Jamestown replica project. Feel free to tweak to meet the need/ages of your children.
Click here for the directed link.