Stories in History Curriculum Guide
Start with your child’s grade level, then consider interests, reading readiness, previous history studies, and any charter-school requirements. Every course is literature-rich, hands-on, flexible, and designed for real homeschool families.
A gentle, play-based introduction to identity, family, friendship, citizenship, safety, maps, calendars, and the world around us.
Students explore family history, geography, citizenship, famous Americans, economics, celebrations, and cultures around the world.
Journey through Indigenous cultures, exploration, colonial America, the American Revolution, westward expansion, and the Civil War.
Explore California geography, Indigenous peoples, exploration, missions and ranchos, statehood, the Gold Rush, and state government.
Study early humans, Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, the ancient Hebrews, China, Greece, and Rome through readings, maps, projects, and activities.
Travel from the fall of Rome through medieval Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas, the Renaissance, Reformation, exploration, and Enlightenment.
Explore the United States from industrialization through immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, the Cold War, and the Civil Rights Movement.
Grade levels are helpful starting points—not strict rules. Your child’s interests, reading ability, previous studies, and charter requirements can all guide your choice.
Yes. Younger students can join read-alouds, videos, discussions, and selected activities while older students complete the full readings and written work.
No. Use grade level as a starting point, then consider interests, reading readiness, previous history courses, and school requirements.
Ancient Civilizations and Medieval History are especially structured for independent middle-school learners. Modern American History can also work well for older students.
Choose the grade-level course that aligns with your school’s requirements. California History, Ancient Civilizations, and Medieval History are especially relevant to grades 4, 6, and 7.
Prefer a quick overview? This short video explains which Stories in History course may be the best fit for your student.
Tell me your child’s grade, the history courses they have already completed, and whether you need charter-school alignment. I’d be happy to help you choose.
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