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Hands-on history unit studies (Time Travelers, Project Passport, lap-paks) with printable projects, not workbooks..

Updated September 2026 · 6 sources

Grades	3rd–8th
Faith	Christian content
Covers	World history, American history
Approach	Project-based unit studies: lapbooks, timelines, crafts, and activity choices per topic
Who teaches	The parent teaches
Parent prep	Moderate to high (printing, cutting, gathering craft supplies; younger kids need lots of direction)
Screen time	Mostly offline (books and paper)
Video lessons	None: printable/digital projects and audio tours; no video teaching component
Cost	$29: one Time Travelers U.S. history study (one era, 8-12 weeks; full year needs several) (source)
Placement	—

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What parents say

Parents describe it as the resource that finally makes history 'click' for hands-on and reluctant-reader kids, praising the beautiful artwork, the sheer number of project choices, and how easily one purchase flexes across several ages at once. The most common complaints are the prep load -- printing, cutting, and gathering supplies for every child -- and that the sheer volume of files can feel overwhelming to organize, with several reviewers noting it works best alongside a spine or reading list rather than as the only history resource.

Parents love

50+ project choices per study fit different kids' interests
One purchase works across several grades/ages at once
Beautiful, well-organized artwork and printables

Common complaints

Printing, cutting, and supply-gathering add real prep time
Large volume of files can feel overwhelming to organize
Each study covers one era (8-12 weeks); needs a spine for full-year coverage

Who it fits

Best for

Christian, standard history. Faith-based framing woven into activities and readings
Hands-on projects and unit studies. Lapbooks, crafts, timelines, and 50+ projects per study are the whole method
World history, in order. Project Passport line covers ancient through medieval world history
American history. Time Travelers line covers explorers through WWII in U.S. history
Yes, siblings together. Designed so multiple ages can pick different projects on the same topic
Mostly offline. Mostly books and hands-on work
Some screen time. Books-based, little screen time
Plenty: I teach it. Parents must select projects, prep materials, and guide younger kids

Less suited for

Textbook and workbook. No workbook or textbook format at all
Video or online lessons. Print/digital projects; no video teaching
Video lessons a big plus. Printable/digital projects and audio tours; no video teaching component

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Questions parents ask

Is Home School in the Woods a full history curriculum?

No. We list Home School in the Woods as a supplement: it's enrichment to use alongside a core program, not a full year of history on its own.

How does Home School in the Woods teach history?

Home School in the Woods is described as project-based unit studies: lapbooks, timelines, crafts, and activity choices per topic. Parent prep: moderate to high (printing, cutting, gathering craft supplies; younger kids need lots of direction).

What grades does Home School in the Woods cover?

Home School in the Woods covers grades 3rd–8th.

How much does Home School in the Woods cost?

$29: one Time Travelers U.S. history study (one era, 8-12 weeks; full year needs several). Prices were checked on publisher or retailer pages in September 2026; check current prices before buying.

Is Home School in the Woods Christian or secular?

Christian content.

What does Home School in the Woods cover?

World history, American history.

Can siblings use Home School in the Woods together?

Yes. Designed so multiple ages can pick different projects on the same topic

Is Home School in the Woods online?

Mostly offline (books and paper). The parent teaches.

Does Home School in the Woods have a placement test?

We haven't found a placement test for Home School in the Woods. Most history programs are chosen by grade range or by the era you want to study.

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