At the same time that the Napoleonic Wars usher in the era of the Late Modern Period, the Modern Missions Movement begins with William Carey’s awe-inspiring work in India. From this revolutionary and redefining moment, World Empires, World Missions, World Wars continues to weave together the historic events in the world and in the Church through the Industrial Revolution, the British Empire, the growth of the United States, and the World Wars all the way to the conclusion of the Korean War in 1953 and Jim Elliot’s historic journey in 1956 to the Waodani people of Ecuador. Discover not only the kings and politicians, the artists and musicians, the scientists and inventors, but also the amazing fingerprints of our redeeming God and His people during one of the most tumultuous times in world history.
This teacher guide supplies a structure that can be easily modified for the particular needs of your students. It provides multifaceted creative ideas, teacher tips, and spiritual application to spark your students’ discovery and exploration of the amazing events of ancient times.
Each unit includes: Discussion ideas; Timeline considerations; Vocabulary games; Geography helps; Art and architecture ideas; Music ideas; Suggested weekly schedule; Student & teacher evaluations; Explanation of key concepts; Scripture study; Eight Intelligences” activities; Suggested reading & internet helps; Options for research & reporting; Helps for creative expressions.
It also includes real projects! Charting/compiling; Creative writing; Mapping; Clay sculpture; Drama; Graphic design; Poetry; Art projects; Cooking; Musical performance; Investigating/reporting; Skits.