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8th Grade History and Geography Books
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A CHILDREN'S COMPANION GUIDE TO AMERICAN HISTORY. A history book you can trust. Taken from original documents, the text and illustrations have been thoroughly researched to ensure accuracy. This book includes: 31 lessons covering the founding period of America; Study questions, assignments and Bible memorization verses related to our nation's Christian history; Answers to study questions for teachers and parents; Definitions of terms from Noah Webster's original dictionary; Bibliographic information; Historic guide to Christian heritage sites for field trips. In this book children will learn: Christian landmarks of America's history; The Biblical principles upon which our nation was founded; and more.

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ANCIENT HISTORY THROUGH LITERATURE. A fascinating one year study of the ancient Sumerian, Egyptian, Greek and Roman civilizations for the more mature student. By Rea C. Berg. Jr. High and Sr. High level.

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BENEATH THE SKY OF AN ANGRY GOD. Authored by John Jenkins and Mark Weaver. The year is 1838, and Daniel Sweetwater is a 16-year-old Indian forced to march, along with his father and the remnants of the Cherokee nation, on the 1,000-mile Trail of Tears from Georgia to the Oklahoma Territory. Will Daniel follow a dark path of vengeance, or will he follow the light of truth and discover a special mercy hidden within his Christian heritage?

CIVICS ACTIVITY BOOK. Leads students in a study of national, state, and local government with a brief overview of the Constitution and a variety of interesting activity sheets. In addition to government, students also study the history, geography, and other characteristics of their state and local area. Profiles of each state are given to highlight key facts about each. A Beka Book.

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LAND I LOVE (8). Presents the history of America from the 1490s to the 1990s with special emphasis on the personalities and events that shaped the American character. A variety of illustrations, maps, and photographs invite students to explore the past as they read this fascinating narrative account of U.S. history. Through the story of America's rise to greatness, students will learn to recognize the hand of God in history and to appreciate the influence of Christianity in government, economics, and society. A Beka Book.

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MEDIEVAL HISTORY THROUGH LITERATURE. From the Magna Carta in 1215 to the Elizabethan era in England. By Rea C. Berg. This guide has a proposed course of study for Jr. High and Sr. High.

MODERN HISTORY THROUGH LITERATURE. From the Civil War to Vietnam. By Rea C. Berg. This one-year course is designed for for upper Jr. High or Sr. High level.

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NATION NOTEBOOK. A basic guide to assist students in learning the history and geography of any country or territory in the world as they improve their research, library, and map reading skills. Includes a "Do-It-Yourself Research Handbook". A Beka Book.

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THE AMERICAN REPUBLIC, GRADE 8. Provides a comprehensive survey of United States history. Builds a solid foundation of knowledge about the heritage of this country. Contains an overview of people and events as well as a Christian perspective on the heritage of Americans. Teacher's Edition offers notes, teaching suggestions, review ideas, answers to questions, and additional teaching aids. Teacher's Edition: 796 pages; includes full-sized copy of student text; loose-leaf in ring binder. Student Text contains 30 chapters, including section and chapter review questions and discussion activities. Student Text: 640 pages; hardbound; color and black-and-white illustrations. Bob Jones University Press.

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THE BOOK OF CENTURIES STUDENT NOTEBOOK. You create your own timeline as you study the Bible, history, science, art, literature, or any other subject. Add to it year after year as you learn new things. History books and timelines are useful for gaining information, but those facts will become more meaningful to you as you make your own book! And no one will have a book just like yours!

THE DICTIONARY OF GEOGRAPHY. This is a complete geographical reference. This book covers everything from A – Z having to do with geography. This book is an excellent resource for the homeschooling family.

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THE INVISIBLE EMPIRE. Authored by John Jenkins and Mark Weaver. Josiah Washington is a 16-year-old former slave in 1872 Philadelphia who is drawn unknowingly into a plot by a powerful newspaperman to bring the Ku Klux Klan into the North. Josiah must discover how to trust God and his new friends and then find a way to stop the KKK's devious plans--as heroes and enemies from a generation past collide once again.

WE THE PEOPLE. Volume I. Written by: James F. Gauss, PH.D. From the pre-colonial period in America to the great revolution for independence, the men and women who came to the New Land had a vision for a land of self-governed people who were free from oppression and tyranny. Most of all they sought a land where they were free to worship and serve the Almighty as they felt called to do. The documents, proclamations and speeches in this volume clearly demonstrate that America was birthed in prayer and devotion to a God of freedom and justice.

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WITH LEE IN VIRGINIA. Civil War novel weaves fictional adventures with real life events and people, teaching history as it entertains. Includes a Build-Your-Vocabulary Glossary. By G. A. Henty. Recommended for ages 10-13. Illustrated. 416 pages. Softcover.

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