buttercup Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 Well, at first I was planning on doing ancient history for my 2nd and 5th grader. After more thought, I decided that American History might be more appropriate and that is what they both would like to study. I also try to go with their interests. I know they would LOVE WP American Story, but I just do not have enough money to buy the set. I thought I could put together some readers and read-alouds to read and possibly use some sort of spine. What do you think of Mara Pratt's History Stories? Also what are some of your favorite read-alouds and readers from this time period that would be appropriate for a 2nd and 5th grader? I've looked at the book lists from Sonlight, WP, HOD, but my problem is I do not know which ones would be hits and which ones would be boring for my kids. I have considered that different children have different preferences but I would still like to hear what were the big hits in your family for this time period. I am thinking more specifically of the 1st half of American history. I look forward to hearing your responses. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 My dd loved The American Tales Reader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 What do you think of Mara Pratt's History Stories? We are embarking on an American History adventure this coming year. I love these books. We have Volumes I through IV. Although her attitudes towards Native Americans match those times, we can easily discuss, not even omit. A far gentler and tolerant approach than, say, H.E. Marshall's This Country of Ours IMO. In fact, I'm going to start a thread asking how people have used this. I'm excited, and think ds will enjoy it too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjlcc Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 A few hits here were Squanto by Bulla and Jean Fritz books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracyomalley Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 In general, my kids have loved 80% of the SL books...son more than daughter. If you have a girl, the American Girl books are excellent. the Jean Fritz books are easy for both ages mentionned and fun and imformative. For your older the SL read alouds would be great books to get from the library...SL tends to use Newberry winners, etc so most are easy to find or have ordered... Erin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoPlaceLikeHome Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 We are embarking on an American History adventure this coming year. I love these books. We have Volumes I through IV. Although her attitudes towards Native Americans match those times, we can easily discuss, not even omit. A far gentler and tolerant approach than, say, H.E. Marshall's This Country of Ours IMO. In fact, I'm going to start a thread asking how people have used this. I'm excited, and think ds will enjoy it too. Do you have a link?:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 We also love the Bulla and Fritz books! The Maestros (Betsy and Gulio, I think) have out a whole series of history books with beautiful illustrations. Genevieve Foster's books on Washington and Lincoln are longer, but give a good review of what was going on in the world at the time of those men's lives. Fiona Macdonald has out a shorter World in the Time of Lincoln book that's good, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cynful Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 Read-Aloud Books that both my daughter age 8-9 and son 11-12 liked were (the ones with * are favorites): The Birchbark House* Walk the World's Rim Pocahontas and the Strangers The Sign of the Beaver* Roanoke The Lost Colony The Witch of Blackbird Pond* Paddle to the Sea Johnny Tremain* Mr. Revere and I* Childhood of Famous Americans - George Washington Childhood of Famous Americans - Martha Washington Carry On Mr. Bowditch* Fever 1793* (a bit graphic about the sickness) We also loved the Mara Pratt books. Good luck, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttercup Posted June 17, 2011 Author Share Posted June 17, 2011 Thanks ladies for all of those good book suggestions. I appreciate your help in this area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truebluexf Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 You absolutely must read Naya Nuki. Favorite of the whole year!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silliness7 Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 Well, at first I was planning on doing ancient history for my 2nd and 5th grader. After more thought, I decided that American History might be more appropriate and that is what they both would like to study. I also try to go with their interests. I know they would LOVE WP American Story, but I just do not have enough money to buy the set. I thought I could put together some readers and read-alouds to read and possibly use some sort of spine.What do you think of Mara Pratt's History Stories? Also what are some of your favorite read-alouds and readers from this time period that would be appropriate for a 2nd and 5th grader? I've looked at the book lists from Sonlight, WP, HOD, but my problem is I do not know which ones would be hits and which ones would be boring for my kids. I have considered that different children have different preferences but I would still like to hear what were the big hits in your family for this time period. I am thinking more specifically of the 1st half of American history. I look forward to hearing your responses. Thanks so much! If you have a good library system I would recommend getting TruthQuest History. They have an American History for elementary students. American History for Young Students I believe. It's wonderful commentary with chronological book list. The list is amazingly extensive with non-fiction, and historical fiction. It's also organized by suggested grade level so you can pick things on level for readers and above level for read-alouds. Many of the books have some type of notes to help you decide if you want to read it. Girl/Boy book. Popular. Mature content. Favorite Author. Rare Gem. :001_smile: Those are my abbreviated notes. The book has a bit more. I think you can see samples on their website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truebluexf Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 What about the new curriculum from Elemental History? It's only $14.99 and might be a great guide and jumping off point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 Do you have a link?:001_smile: Here's the Baldwin Project one, Volume I: http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=pratt&book=ahs1&story=_contents There's also a Librivox version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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