Ancient World History, 2-Semester Course (Independent Use Student License)

Description

Part 1

Come with us on an exciting journey that begins with the birth of civilization. Discover the genius of the Sumerians, the empire-building Akkadians, and the great conquests and constructions of the Assyrian and Babylonian Empires. Learn how a young Alexander the Great conquered much of the world. Explore the mighty ancient Egyptian civilizations. Follow the trail of the ancient Hebrews, from the Exodus and the building of the Kingdoms of Israel and Judah, to captivity in Babylon, the return to Jerusalem, and the establishment of Christ’s church in the Holy Land. Study the growth of early Christianity, the Nicene period, and the Crusades. Become acquainted with ancient Islamic and African empires.

Part 2

Discover ancient India, feudal Japan and the dynasties of ancient China. Find out about democracy in ancient Greece, and the fascinating story of Sparta. Learn about ancient Rome – the kingdom, the republic and the empire. Study the Middle Ages and find out about the role of the Anglo-Saxons and the Anglo-Normans in developing western culture and the English language. Discover the history of the powerful Mongol Empire. Take a close look at the great Olmec, Mayan, Inca and Aztec empires.

(1 Student License; includes 36 Lessons)