The History of the Ancient World

[LaMere Academy]

by Bauer.
Has anyone used this in addition to other books for your high schooler?

[Jan P.]

I'm using SWB's new Ancient History book with my 9th grade dd. What would you like to know?

Blessings,

[LaMere Academy]

Just if it was interesting and understandable for a 9th grader.

[Jan P.]

I think this book is well suited for a 9th grader. As for the interesting factor, well, it is interesting to me. My 9th grade dd isn't a big ancient history fan so she is having a little trouble with the interesting factor. I guess it depends on the student. I think SWB does a great job in "telling" history, but my dd does get a bit lost with names and dates. Yesterday, I sat down and read a chapter to her. I think she was more interested in the chapter since I was able to liven up the reading a bit. It was quite interesting to me since it was the story about King Minos and the legend about the bull/man which lived under Knossos in the Labyrinth. There is also interesting information how the volcanic eruption at Theras and how ash and a tsumani may have affected the island of Crete and the Minoan civilization. Quite a read!

I do wish the book had some sort of study guide to go with it. I'm struggling to know how to evaluate my dd's knowledge she is gaining from the book. I am trying to teach her summarizing skills, so hopefully summarizing the chapters will be helpful.

HTH,

[LaMere Academy]

Thanks Jan!

I think I'll buy it and let him use it as his spine. Do you think it's appropriate as a spine?

[Janice in NJ]

...my 9th grader has read chapters that I thought would be helpful. I haven't had him read the whole book though - his plate is so full right now. It would be a good idea to read it cover-to-cover though sometime. I'm sure he will before he exits.

I know that I enjoyed it. But please know that it is written for an adult audience. It's fine, really - but she does tell the whole truth sometimes. :o
It wasn't a problem for my ds, but I did appreciate knowing where the issues where so that we could discuss them.

I would suggest that you read the book before you hand it to him - which isn't a painful thing - it really is worth it! :)

Peace,
Janice

[Jan P.]

I think it is appropriate for a spine. You could dip in and out of it according to your dc's interest.

HTH,