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What terrible secret was buried in Shi Huangdi's tomb? Did nomads like lizard stew? What happened to Anansi the Spider in the Village of the Plantains? And how did a six-year-old become the last emperor of Rome? Told in a straightforward, engaging style that has become Susan Wise Bauer's trademark, The Story of the World series covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas—find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times.

Now more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives—and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world and their history. Susan Wise Bauer has provided a captivating guide to the history of other lands. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, this revised edition of The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child, Volume 2: The Middle Ages weaves world history into a story book format. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land?

The Well-Trained Mind will instruct you, step by step, on how to give your child an academically rigorous, comprehensive education from preschool through high school - one that will train him or her to read, to think, to understand, to be well-rounded and curious about learning.

In Ask Powerful Questions, Will Wise explains how the questions we traditionally ask are virtually meaningless when it comes to establishing connection. Introducing a set of practical tools for accessing and understanding others by changing the way we ask questions, Will shows how to transform "How are you? I'm fine, thanks" into a conversation that changes not only how you lead, but who you are as a person.

Have you lost the art of reading for pleasure? Are there books you know you should read but haven't because they seem too daunting? In The Well-Educated Mind, Susan Wise Bauer provides a welcome and encouraging antidote to the distractions of our age, electronic and otherwise. In her previous book, The Well-Trained Mind, the author provided a road map of classical education for parents wishing to home-school their children, and that book is now the premier resource for home-schoolers.

BREAK FREE FROM MINDLESS MEMORIZATION AND FINALLY SPEAK GERMAN WITH EASE! Tired of grammar drills that never stick? This immersive 2-in-1 audiobook transforms how you learn German, blending real-life stories, authentic dialogues, and interactive exercises that make the language come alive...

Bloomsbury presents Why You Should Read Children's Books, Even Though You Are So Old and Wise written and read by Katherine Rundell. _______________ A pocket-sized, unmissable essay on the importance of children's literature by the bestselling and award-winning author, Katherine Rundell...

Publishers Weekly bestseller · A joyful and accessible homeschool guide to making learning a part of everyday life Parents who are deeply invested in their children's education can be hard on themselves and their kids. When exhausted parents are living the day-to-day grind, it can seem...

Now more than ever, our children need to learn about the people who live all around the world. This engaging guide to other lands weaves world history into a storybook format. Designed as a project for parents and children to share (or for older listeners to enjoy alone), this book covers the major historical events in the years 1600-1850 on each continent, with tales from each culture.

Supercharge your speech to get what you want out of every conversation with this fun and practical guide to verbal vividness. An eye-opening guide on how we talk and write to one another, Word Wise explores 400+ of the most common cases of word trash (filler words, hyperbole, and abstractions)...

A celebration of the joys and vital importance of children's literature for adult readers, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Impossible Creatures. Katherine Rundell, one of the most accomplished modern children’s writers, offers an extended essay about the pleasures and benefits...

TIRED OF FREEZING MID-CONVERSATION IN GERMAN? You've learned the basics—but when it's time for a real chat, your brain stalls. This audiobook helps you finally think and speak in German naturally through immersive, story-based learning that feels effortless. Here's how this audiobook helps you...

STILL SAYING "BONJOUR" LIKE IT'S YOUR FIRST WORD IN FRENCH CLASS? It's time to sound less tourist, more très chic! Forget boring textbooks and endless verb charts. This lighthearted, immersive audiobook turns learning French into a story-driven adventure—packed with humor, culture, and...

In Listen Wise, journalist, entrepreneur, and author Monica Brady-Myerov delivers a concise and thoughtful treatment of how to build powerful listening skills in K-12 students. You'll discover real-world examples and modern, research-based advice about helping young people improve their listening abilities and overall academic performance.  

LEARN ITALIAN FAST AND PICTURE YOURSELF IN ITALY—SIPPING PROSECCO AND SPEAKING WITH CONFIDENCE Imagine yourself at a cozy café in Rome, the sun warming your face as you answer smoothly, in Italian. The waiter smiles—you belong. This isn't just another language course—it's a 2-in-1 Italian...

READY TO FINALLY THINK AND SPEAK IN SPANISH WITH EASE? Say goodbye to boring drills and hello to real-world confidence. This 2-in-1 audiobook bundle transforms language learning into an experience that feels effortless, engaging, and fun. Through captivating stories, everyday conversations, and...

Reclaim your child's moral imagination from our distracted digital age through faith-based classical homeschooling. When overwhelmed by secular schooling and modern screen time battles, busy families need a grounded, hopeful alternative. Discover how ancient traditions and daily liturgy turn an...

Far too often, public discussion of science is carried out by journalists, voters, and politicians who have received their science secondhand. The Story of Western Science shows us the joy and importance of reading groundbreaking science writing for ourselves and guides us back to the masterpieces that have changed the way we think about our world, our cosmos, and ourselves.

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This is the Podcast of the Golden Wise Institute where teachers will be sharing information related to the listening exercises that correspond to the Instituto Educación Mente Vital's Online English Educational Program. The Golden Wise Institute is the English Department of the Instituto EMV. It's an online university dedicated to improving academic and professional performance through the flipped classroom methodology and the goal-motivated learning theory, supported by learning strategies. Click here to join: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/goldenwiseinstitute