History Revealed Series

Name: History Revealed Series
Brand: Diana Waring

by Diana Waring

Social_studiesGrades 6–12

History Revealed Series: Christian Unit Study Approach to World History

History Revealed Series is a three-volume Christian world history curriculum for grades 6-12 that integrates history with Bible, geography, and fine arts through a unit study approach. The curriculum emphasizes biblical worldview and incorporates multiple learning styles with audio components and family-friendly activities.

Best for

Christian homeschooling families with children of various ages who want a unit study approach that integrates multiple subjects and accommodates different learning styles

Evaluation Criteria

3 strengths · 3 neutral · 1 insufficient evidence

Teacher TrainingStrength

The curriculum provides comprehensive teacher support through detailed manuals and supplemental materials but limited evidence of formal training.

Review describes 'Hardcover teacher manuals are absolutely essential' with 'instructions and additional material' plus video 'Diana Waring Interviews the 8 Kinds of Smart'

Geographic KnowledgeStrength

Geographic knowledge is integrated throughout the curriculum with specific mapping activities and projects.

Review notes coverage of 'history, geography, cultures' and mentions 'mapmaking' activities in the hands-on learning phases

Chronological KnowledgeStrength

The curriculum follows a chronological approach from Creation through the Korean War, building systematic historical knowledge across three volumes.

Review states it 'presents history integrated with other subject areas in a chronological fashion' and covers 'world history from Creation up through the Korean War' with timeline creation activities

Direct InstructionNeutral

The curriculum requires significant teacher involvement but emphasizes student choice and independent work rather than direct instruction.

Review states 'These courses require a parent/teacher to direct discussions, determine assignments' but also notes 'This is not a totally teacher-controlled and directed program' with emphasis on student choice

Retrieval PracticeNeutral

The curriculum includes testing and evaluation tools but limited evidence of systematic retrieval practice throughout the program.

Review mentions 'Test Kit' with 'essay/brief paragraph answers and identification/matching' and 'Student Self-Evaluation' components

Vocabulary BuildingNeutral

The curriculum includes vocabulary instruction as part of the traditional learning methods in the second week of each unit.

Review mentions 'vocabulary drill' as part of the 'Thinker' learning style activities in week two of each unit

Primary SourcesInsufficient Evidence

The curriculum relies heavily on Scripture as a primary source but evidence is insufficient regarding use of other historical primary source documents.

Review mentions it 'relies on Scripture almost as much as secular sources for information' but doesn't specify use of historical primary documents

Sources: cathyduffyreviews.com