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History 4: The Middle Ages
In History 4, students will study medieval history from the fall of Rome to the rise of the Renaissance, including Knights, Samurai, and Viking invasions. They will continue studying map skills and geography concepts using Susan Wise Bauer’s engaging narrative, The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages. In class, students will practice taking guided notes and completing journal entries that enhance the lesson. At home, students will complete maps and weekly review questions that further their knowledge and prepare them for class discussions, activities, and presentations. (2026-2027)
REQUIREMENTS
Required Texts:
The Story of the World, Volume 2: The Middle Ages, revised edition text, by Susan Wise Bauer
Student Pages Vol. 2: The Middle Ages (please purchase the printed paperback version) *Student Pages only—no need to buy the whole activity manual!
Test Book for Vol. 2: The Middle Ages
Copy/Supply Fee: $30 (cash or check written to Ashley Knickerbocker at Orientation or the first class - may also Venmo @Ashley-Knickerbocker)
Tuition: $370 ($37/month for ten months, August - May, or $42/month if prorated)
ABOUT THE TEACHER
Ashley Knickerbocker
B.S. in History
Ashley began teaching at Bridge Academy in 2016. She was raised in Chesterfield County and received a history degree from VCU. She and her husband David feel blessed to have homeschooled their three boys, Nathan, who now attends Liberty University, Justis, graduating high school in 2026, and Joshua, currently in middle school at Bridge Academy. Her teaching experience began at ICCS Preschool during college and she has continued teaching at home and in homeschool/classroom settings since then. In addition to teaching, she worked as a personal trainer and fitness instructor for eleven years at a local gym. She and her boys love Bridge Academy and look forward to being part of this co-op for years to come!