The Story of Civilization: The Medieval World (Volume II)
By Phillip Campbell · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Children should not just learn history—they should experience it. In The Story of Civilization: The Medieval World, Phillip Campbell brings the Middle Ages to life through vivid storytelling that places young readers directly into the events that shaped Christendom. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Picking up after the conversion of Emperor Constantine, this second volume follows the rise of Christian civilization across Europe. Through engaging narrative and short story-driven chapters, children encounter saints, kings, explorers, and ordinary people as they live through defining moments of history—from the spread of monasticism to the age of knights, crusades, and great cultural achievements. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
More than a history book, this volume presents the medieval world through the lens of the Catholic Faith, helping children understand not only what happened, but why it matters. It offers a formation rooted in truth, giving families a trusted resource for learning history from a Catholic perspective. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
What Students Will Discover
- The rise of Christendom after Constantine
- The lives of great saints such as Ambrose, Patrick, and Benedict
- The world of knights, castles, crusaders, and medieval culture
- Major historical developments including plagues, exploration, and innovation
- How the Catholic Church shaped the development of Western civilization
Did You Know?
- Monks were among the first to use clocks?
- St. Patrick was once kidnapped by pirates?
- The pope once lived in France instead of Rome?
- The Black Death killed millions across Europe?
- Knights used a wide range of weapons including maces and crossbows?
Complete Learning System
- Textbook: Story-driven historical narrative
- Test Book: Chapter quizzes with multiple choice, matching, and true/false
- Activity Book & Teacher’s Manual: Crafts, maps, comprehension, and creative exercises (Grades 1–4)
- Video Lecture Series: Chapter reviews, visuals, and quizzes led by the author
- Dramatized Audio Book: Fully produced narration with sound effects and music
- Timeline Poster: Visual guide covering 75+ major events and figures
From the Book
History is not just a list of dates and events—it is the story of real people living through moments that shaped the world and the Faith.
Intended Audience
This volume is ideal for Catholic homeschool families, educators, and students seeking a faithful and engaging presentation of world history. It is especially suited for grades 5–8, with additional materials available for younger students.
Parents looking for a complete, structured curriculum rooted in Catholic truth will find this series both accessible and comprehensive.
FAQs
Is this part of a series?
Yes. This is Volume II of The Story of Civilization, continuing from Volume I: The Ancient World.
Are there companion resources?
Yes. The program includes a test book, activity book, teacher’s manual, video lectures, audio dramatization, and a timeline poster.
Is this suitable for homeschool use?
Yes. It is designed as a complete curriculum for teaching history in a structured and engaging way.
Key Themes
- History taught through a Catholic worldview
- The rise and development of Christendom
- Saints, culture, and civilization intertwined
- Interactive and narrative-based learning
- Comprehensive faith-based education
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 336
- Publication Date:
- 6/20/2017
- Product Format:
- Set
- Illustrator:
- Chris Pelicano
- SKU:
- 2625
- Height:
- 9.00
- Width:
- 6.00
4 Reviews
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Good history program for elementary level
My complaints for this set are similar to the ones for the first set. A great deal of material is le…
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History medieval ages
We love these timelines!
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My family LOVES this series! Why not DVD? Streaming is detrimental!
I move to 5 stars once it is put in DVD format! I purchased the entire collection, because we LOVE t…
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Love this program
I have been using story of civilization for the last several years. All of my kids LOVE it, I LOVE i…
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