Three Ways to Make History Come Alive
A Charlotte Mason Education
Dear Mama,
I love studying history as a family. I majored in history and loved teaching back in the day. Whenever possible, I bring out my old PowerPoints, share pictures from the time period we are studying, and listen to music from that period. Today, I want to share three ways to make history come to life in your home.
1. Read from a living book: A living book could be a single book based on the time period or a living textbook (yes, those do exist). This year, we are reading through The Story of the World because it includes US and World history in one book. The curriculum includes map work, additional independent book suggestions, primary documents, and more. In addition to our family reading, my oldest daughter is reading her own history literature that helps her go deeper into the time period.
2. Experimental exercises: Experimental exercises are a great way to make history come alive. To do this, include an activity or play that simulates the time period you are studying.
3. Visit a museum: Visiting a museum that corresponds with what is being discussed is a great way to make history come alive. Great history museums employ staff dressed in period attire and may feature music from the era.
When all is done, don't forget to notebooking. Notebooking a great way for the student to share what he or she learned in an easy layout that includes the illustration, narration, and extras.
I hope this simplified way of making history come alive helps you get excited about teaching it.
Take care for now, bye!
Mirley
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