The Story of Civilization Volume IV: The History of the United States (Complete Set)
By Phillip Campbell · Published by TAN Books
Overview
The Story of Civilization Volume IV: The History of the United States brings American history to life through captivating storytelling, immersive narratives, and a faithful Catholic perspective. Rather than merely memorizing dates and names, students are invited to step into the lives of explorers, saints, presidents, soldiers, inventors, and ordinary Americans who shaped the nation from its earliest beginnings to the modern era.
Beginning with Christopher Columbus and the Spanish exploration of the New World, this volume traces the dramatic story of America through colonization, independence, westward expansion, the Civil War, industrialization, world wars, the Civil Rights Movement, the Space Race, and the challenges of the twenty-first century. Along the way, students encounter remarkable figures such as St. Juan Diego, St. Peter Claver, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Lewis and Clark, Neil Armstrong, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and many others.
Written by historian Phillip Campbell, this volume presents American history through the faithful prism of the Catholic Church, helping students understand both the achievements and struggles that shaped the United States. The Complete Set provides everything needed for a comprehensive and engaging history curriculum, including the textbook, test book, activity book, teacher's manual, streaming video lectures, audio dramatization, and timeline poster.
What This Complete Set Offers:
- Story-Based History: Experience American history through engaging narratives and memorable characters.
- Complete Curriculum Package: Includes textbook, test book, activity book, teacher's manual, video lectures, audio dramatization, and timeline poster.
- Catholic Historical Perspective: Learn the story of the United States through the lens of faith and Church history.
- Multi-Sensory Learning: Utilize reading, audio, video, activities, crafts, maps, and assessments to reinforce learning.
- Journey Through American History: Follow the nation's story from Columbus to the modern era.
- Meet Saints and Heroes: Learn about Catholic saints, missionaries, explorers, inventors, and leaders who shaped the Americas.
- Understand Key Historical Events: Explore the Declaration of Independence, Civil War, World Wars, Civil Rights Movement, and more.
- Engage Every Type of Learner: Benefit from visual, auditory, hands-on, and reading-based learning resources.
- Build a Strong Historical Foundation: Develop a deeper understanding of America's achievements, challenges, and heritage.
From American History
“The story of a nation is best understood through the people who lived it, shaped it, and sacrificed for it.”
— Theme of The Story of Civilization
Intended Audience
This Complete Set is ideal for homeschool families, Catholic schools, co-ops, and independent learners seeking a comprehensive study of American history rooted in a Catholic worldview.
The textbook and test book are particularly suited for students in grades 5–8, while the activity book and teacher's manual provide engaging educational opportunities for younger students in grades 1–4. The combination of resources makes it especially valuable for multi-age family learning.
FAQs
What is included in the Complete Set?
The Complete Set includes the textbook, test book, activity book, teacher's manual, streaming video lecture series, dramatized audiobook, and a free timeline poster.
What time period does Volume IV cover?
The volume begins with Columbus and the early exploration of the Americas and continues through the events of the modern United States, including the twenty-first century.
How do the video lectures support learning?
Each chapter includes a narrative review, discussion of key historical figures, visual aids, expanded explanations, and quizzes that reinforce the material presented in the textbook.
What makes this curriculum different from other history programs?
Its narrative storytelling format immerses students in historical events while presenting American history through an authentically Catholic perspective that highlights both faith and historical truth.
Key Themes
- American History: Exploring the people and events that shaped the United States.
- Catholic Contributions: Understanding the role of saints, missionaries, and the Church in American development.
- Faith and Citizenship: Examining historical events through a Catholic worldview.
- Interactive Learning: Combining stories, activities, video, audio, and assessments.
- Historical Understanding: Building a strong foundation in the triumphs, struggles, and lessons of the American experience.
- Author:
- Phillip Campbell
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Publication Date:
- 6/20/2019
- Product Format:
- Set
- Illustrator:
- Chris Pelicano
- SKU:
- 2720
- Wistia Hash:
- iov71pnewz
- Wistia Name:
- TAN Academy: The Story of Civilization Volume 4
- Wistia Url:
- https://www.tanbooks.com/tan-academy-the-story-of-civilization-volume-4/
2 Reviews
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Worth the $
After 3 yrs of homeschooling with regular history books, Ive finally found material that all my children love and are learning!
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My children enjoy listing to
My children enjoy listing to the read aloud. I did not give 5 stars is because I wish there was map work for every chapter.
