The following Social Studies materials are available to borrow through the curriculum library. Visit the Bear Creek Campus library to check them out. The district social studies curriculum is also always available for parents use. Find more information about the district curriculum options here.
Levels available in NFP Library:
Ancient History
Medieval History
Early Modern History Vol. 1 and 2
Recommended grades: K-5th
Description From publisher:
Secular and fact based, global and inclusive, low prep, and flexible. We teach cultural history. The names and dates of wars, battles, and empires are important, but there's a whole lot more to history! Art, science, music, dance, mathematics, architecture, and philosophy are all critical components to what makes us human. We explore cultural history as well as political history to create an in-depth history experience that celebrates all types of human achievement.
Levels available in NFP Library:
Early Times
Middle Times
Recommended grades:
1st-4th as a read aloud
5th+ as an independent reader
Description From publisher:
With the right approach, an elementary history curriculum can be a rich, engaging, and immersive experience for young children. This program (chapter book plus study guide) offers captivating stories and engaging activities to help you bring the story of humankind to life.
What NFP Parents Say:
"I'm an historian and I've been mostly pleased with the history offerings. We historians are a critical bunch, so that's pretty good praise."
Levels available in NFP Library:
North and South America
Incas, Aztecs, and Mayas
Chemical Change
Recommended grades: 4th-6th
Description From publisher:
Moving Beyond the Page is a complete homeschool curriculum for creative, hands-on, and gifted learners..
Levels available in NFP Library:
Hands On America Volume 1
Hands On Ancient People Volume 1 and 2
Recommended grades: K-5th
Description From publisher:
This beautifully illustrated book features art activities adapted to paper, commercial tiles, and other materials. Full page color photographs, inviting illustrations, a history of each artifact, and stories, bring long vanished cultures to life.