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Ancient Civilizations Course

This is a unique history and critical thinking class for home school students that teaches classical history through games, analysis of history, research, and the Socratic discussion. Students first learn the tools of the historian then apply them to the subject content. Students will read primary sources and history texts and engage in the Socratic discussion. As the meaning of history is open to debate, our course shows students how to use logic and the search for truth to find the best interpretation of historical events. 

Class Information:
(please enroll below)

               Course meets once per week, 30 times per year.
               Ages: Grades 6-8 
              (5th and 9th graders could also take this course, if it is more convenient for the family. Please realize that 5th                            graders will have more difficulty with the reading and ideas, and it might be too easy for 9th graders.)

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                                             Required Materials May Be Purchased Below:
                                      1.      World History Detective, Book I, by John De Gree
                                      2.      Take a Stand! Ancient Civilization, by John De Gree
                                      3.       Online primary source materials provided free by Mr. De Gree
​                                      4.       Ancient History Go Fish Game

                                                                         Reading Content:
Students will learn how to read non-fictional writing, focusing on history textbooks and primary source documents. They will learn how to read a textbook for information and analyze primary and secondary sources and recognize bias. 

                                                                         
History Content:
Students will learn the independent and critical thinking skills specific to the study of history. They will apply these skills to the open-ended, analytical questions in the following topics:
                           1. Early Human Civilizations,
                           2. Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Kush
                           3. Ancient Hebrews
                           4. Judaism
                           5. Ancient Greece
                           6. Greek Literature
                           7. Ancient India
                           8. Hinduism and Buddhism
                           9. Ancient China
                        10. Confucianism
                        11. The Roman Republic
                        12. Christianity

                                                                  Socratic Discussion:
Students will engage the teacher and fellow classmates in the Socratic Discussion, as it pertains to the study of history.  Students will learn how search for the truth in honest dialogue.  Students will develop strong speaking and listening skills.  

                                                        First Class Reading Assignment?  
There is no required reading for the first class. All homework for the year will be given during the class. If a student misses class, he can download the class and watch the recorded version online, anytime of the week. 

                                                           When does the Course Meet? 
Wednesday Mornings, PT. Click Here for Schedule.

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                                     Option to Enroll in Recorded Classes: Only $5 per Class!  
Enroll your child in this option and he will receive the recorded class each week, to view and learn from at his leisure. This is the most economical way to learn history!

                                                         The Teacher: Adam De Gree
Click here to learn about Adam De Gree

Because there is a limited number of students in each class, and we will hold your place, all registration is final and no refunds are given unless there are extenuating circumstances. However, we will give you a credit for future courses if an unforeseen event arises.

                                                     Course Cost:  
                                                                              Enroll Through February  $350
                                                                              Enroll Through March       $375
                                                                              Enroll Through April          $400
                                                                              Enroll After April                $425

                                       Optional: Essay Writing and Assessment
If you want your student to learn how to write history essays and have them graded, we offer this as an option. The teacher and student will communicate via email. Essays are written based on the the research and discussions of the class. 

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