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Illinois History and Geography Curriculum

Illinois the Prairie State is "appropriate for students in the upper elementary or middle school grades. Intended for Christian-oriented schools and homeschoolers."

Learn about the proud history of Illinois, its geography, economy, people and interesting sites. This book carefully follows the curriculum guidelines issued by the Illinois State Department of Education for both Illinois history and Illinois geography. Additionally, the book fosters strong ecumenical Christian values. The book is particularly suitable for students in grades 5 through 7 (ages 10 through 12) depending upon ability.

Chapters titles are: The Native Americans; First Europeans in Illinois; Clark and His "Big Knives"; Territorial Days;  Pioneer Days; State within a State; The Immigrants ... The Iron Road; Abe Lincoln; The Civil War; The Chicago Fire; Labor Conflicts; Growing Pains; World War I; The Great Depression; World War II; Novelists and Short-Story Authors; Poets and Journalists; Artists; Politicians; History at a Glance. Unique geographical features of the state, such as the rich prairie soil, the region called "Land of Lincoln",  and rivers and lakes, are covered in a special section.

Grades 4-8

Illinois, the Prairie State