Tandem Home Education
6th Grade Curriculums
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Master Books, “World Story 2, Middle Ages”
This Charlotte Mason–inspired course takes students on a journey through world history from the Fall of Rome to the Renaissance. Using The World’s Story 2, students explore major events of the Middle Ages while studying global civilizations such as the Byzantines, Vikings, Mongols, and Aztecs. Through engaging narrative, students learn to see God’s guiding hand in history while developing skills in oral and written narration, map work, sketching, and timeline creation. Interactive lessons encourage students to imagine the challenges and triumphs that shaped medieval societies and cultures.
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Master Books, “Elementary Anatomy: Nervous, Respiratory, and Circulatory Systems”
In Elementary Anatomy: Nervous, Respiratory, Circulatory Systems, students will study the nervous, respiratory, and circulation systems in the human body. Inside this fascinating study of anatomy and physiology, your student will discover how the brain communicates with the rest of the body, how we breathe, why our circulation system is essential, and so much more! Through engaging text, beautiful illustrations, worksheets, and optional activities, this course will confirm to your student that they are indeed fearfully and wonderfully made by God!
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EIW, “Essentials in Writing, Level 6”
EIW Level 6 is a homeschool writing curriculum that features a slow, systematic approach for students who want to learn how to write well. The step-by-step approach allows students to focus on small, daily assignments, so they don’t feel overwhelmed. This class will teach students how to apply parts of speech as well as use them as tools for effective communication. They will learn to write effectively by using a variety of sentence structures in paragraphs, a narrative, personal and business letters, an essay, and a research project. Students will explore expository, descriptive, persuasive, and compare, and contrast writing.
https://essentialsinwriting.com/level-6/
Students will also have sections of selected Tuttle Twins books read out loud in class, exploring ideas about economics, freedom, and personal responsibility. Through guided discussions and short writing assignments, students will reflect on the concepts presented and learn to think critically about real-world principles. These activities help students connect what they read to thoughtful conversation and clear communication.
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¡Hola, amigos! Get ready for a fun and engaging Conversational Spanish class designed for homeschoolers of all ages! This energetic course focuses on real-life conversations, interactive activities, dynamic games, and songs to help students build confidence in speaking Spanish. From greetings and everyday phrases to cultural insights and role-playing, we make learning Spanish exciting, practical, and accessible for everyone.
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Not Consumed, “Heart”
The Heart Bible Study Series by Not Consumed is a Bible-based curriculum designed to help students address real-life heart issues through Scripture. This course focuses on topics such as attitudes, words, contentment, choices, and work, guiding students to understand how their thoughts and actions flow from the condition of their hearts.
Through engaging, age-appropriate lessons, students learn to align their hearts with God’s truth, develop Christ-like character, and apply biblical principles to everyday life. The curriculum encourages personal reflection, meaningful discussion, and practical application, helping students grow in spiritual maturity and develop a deeper relationship with God.
This Art of Communication course is designed to help students build confidence in speaking while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Through mixed media projects, creative writing, and engaging presentations, students will develop their ability to communicate effectively in a supportive environment. A key focus of this course is helping students feel comfortable speaking in front of their peers, equipping them with the skills to express their ideas clearly and respectfully. The course integrates "The Fallacy Detective" to help students recognize faulty reasoning and construct logical, persuasive arguments.
Above all, this Art of Communication course prepares students to share their faith with confidence, understanding that we are called to make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20) and to always be ready to give a reason for our hope (1 Peter 3:15). By combining creativity, public speaking, and critical thinking, this course empowers students to boldly and effectively communicate their beliefs with clarity.