| Craft Projects |
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 Skiff model - a good project for a family or older child.
Model Boat Kit |
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 This is a detailed ship and would be good as a family project.
1812 Model Navy Ship |
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 This item is an iron on transfer in a sailor motif. A very economical way to go. Great on an old pillow case or scrap fabric.
Embroidery Project |
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 These kits are on Etsy. Super cute and unique.
Adorable |
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 Perfect for gift giving, storing special treasures, etc. These paper mache boxes can be found at nearly any craft store and come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Decorated Keepsake Box |
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 There is so much information on this around the web and in craft stores that I couldn't pick just a few to list here. Search Pinterest for easy instructions for these crafts.
Homemade Soaps and Candles |
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| Drawing Books and Resources |
| These books are very helpful in teaching children how to draw. You do not need to be an artist to teach from these books. Additionally, I have found many uses for these books beyond the Girls of American History curriculum. |
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 This complete set of eight books has been a wonderful resource for our family. We have used it with nearly every history curriculum over the years, as well as with many of our science curriculums. My children have often used it on their own as well.
Draw Write Now - Complete Set |
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 Book one includes drawing exercises for a goose, duck and cat. **This item is available on multiple websites at different prices - please see the links below.
Draw Write Now Book 1 |
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Draw Write Now Book 1 |
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 Book two includes an exercise for drawing a sailboat in the wind.
Draw Write Now Book 2 |
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Draw Write Now Book 2 |
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 A wonderful resource - Book six includes a picture of a turtle. **This item is available on multiple websites at different prices - please see the links below.
Draw Write Now Book 6 |
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Draw Write Now Book 6 |
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| Movies |
| Excellent resources to add to your study. |
 This is a free movie from PBS. It may be available at the library, but certainly on the computer. It is nearly two hours long. There is narration and animation.
The War of 1812 from PBS |
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| Coordinating Books and History Curriculum |
| These are books and resources that are helpful if you want a deeper study into the history of The War of 1812. |
 Free resource with additional, short lesson plans regarding ships, maps, 1812, etc. Plans and activities are broken out by age group K-12.
All Hands on Deck |
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 A fantastic lapbooking curriculum full of history. This is an excellent resource to learn more about the early 19th century time period. **This item is available on multiple websites for different prices - please see the links below.
Time Traveler's History - Early 19th Century |
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Time Traveler's History - Early 19th Century |
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Time Traveler's History - Early 19th Century |
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 Excellent website with resources and information.
Canadian Geographic War of 1812 |
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Website with great resources and information.
Canada's History |
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 Excellent book for additional reading. Fiction, however, historical events and persons named are real. 114 pages *Available on multiple sites, see links below.
Sackets Harbor Powder Monkey: The War of 1812 |
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Sackets Harbor Powder Monkey: The War of 1812 |
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 An excellent book, well researched. Looks at Americans, British, Irish and Indians. 640 pages *This book is available on multiple sites - please see the links below.
The Civil War of 1812 |
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The Civil War of 1812 |
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 Book is suggested for ages 10 and older. 48 pages * This book is available on multiple sites - please see the links below.
What Caused the War of 1812? |
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 Publication date 2011, part of an excellent series of books about the War of 1812. Suggested reading level is 5th grade and older. 48 pages.
Famous People of the War of 1812 |
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 Publication date 2011, part of an excellent series of books about the War of 1812. Suggested reading level is 5th grade and older. 48 pages.
Major Battles of the War of 1812 |
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 Publication date 2011, part of an excellent series of books about the War of 1812. Suggested reading level is 5th grade and older. 48 pages.
Legacy of the War of 1812 |
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 A story about a young boy during the war. Appropriate for K-6, 32 pages. *This item is available on multiple sites - please see the links below.
The Town that Fooled the British |
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The Town that Fooled the British |
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 Appropriate for ages eight and up. 24 pages. *This item is available on multiple sites - please see the links below.
The War of 1812: Expanding & Preserving the Union |
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 Written from the Canadian perspective. A detailed and well written book about a Canadian heroine. Suggested reading level is 5th grade and older. 272 pages
Acts of Courage: Laura Secord and the War of 1812 |
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 The story of Laura Secord, a Canadian heroine. Suggested for grades 2-4, 32 pages.
Laura Secord: A Story of Courage |
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 All the books from this series are excellent. Suggested reading level age 9 and up, 114 pages. *This item is available on multiple sites - please see the links below.
Francis Scott Key (Sower Series) |
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Francis Scott Key (Sower Series) |
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| Field Trips |
| This is by no means an exhaustive list. Please take the time to search your area for places that fit the study and would appeal to your children. The list below indicates field trip suggestions that can be done in any part of our country (some longer driving may be required), as well as field trips listed by area, if I have first-hand knowledge of great field trip locations. If you have a suggestion you would like to share, please send me an email. |
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 Map of National parks in the US and Canada.
US and Canada - National Parks for the War of 1812 |
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Visit a local ship builder or shipyard. See if they will give you a tour. Here is a list of shipbuilders and shipyards by country.
US and Canada - Ship Builder/Shipyard |
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 An excellent museum. This museum has an exhibit area which includes information on the War of 1812. Their website also has some interactive material to incorporate into your lessons.
Canada - Canadian War Museum |
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| Other Activities |
| Here is some information on other fun activities that you might find helpful. |
 This is a link to some historical information about this game. You might use hula hoops.
Hoop Rolling Races |
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This is really more for fun if you have a child that is really interested in the process.
Milking a Cow |
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This link shows how to tie several kinds of knots
Maritime Knots |
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 Probably for older children. Use the "All Hands on Deck" resource mentioned under the "Coordinating Books and History Curriculum" section. This is a free resource.
Design Your Own Ship |
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There are many recipes for this particular dish on the internet. I simply chose one that has a bit of history with it.
Hasty Pudding Recipe |
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| Caroline Books |
| Variety of Caroline books by Pleasant Company. |
Mini Caroline Doll and Book |
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 Caroline set of six readers, required for the Girls of American History curriculum. These books can also be found often at used book stores, your local library, ebay.com and the links below.
Set of Six Caroline Books |
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 This set is a repackaged set of the original 6 book set. The first two books each contain three books of the six book set. The third book is a "choose your own adventure" fun reading book. Either set will work with our curriculum.
Caroline BeForever Boxed Set |
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 This book is not required for the curriculum. This is an additional reading book, meant for pleasure reading. This book is meant for the 4th-6th grade reading level. **This item is available on multiple sites for different prices - please see the link below.
Caroline Mystery |
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Caroline Mystery |
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 This book is not required for the curriculum. This is an additional craft book, meant for extra fun. This book is meant for the 3rd-6th grade.
Caroline's Color and Craft |
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 Not required for the curriculum. A very nice gift. Available from multiple websites - see the links below.
Caroline Play Scenes and Paper Dolls |
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| Lapbook and Lapbook Resources |
| Find free information on lapbooking, as well as templates for the American Girl books |
Free lapbook templates
Homeschool Share |
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Information on lapbooking
Lapbook Information |
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Additional Lapbooking resource
Lapbook Information |
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