The Mystery of History Volume I: Creation to Resurrection

The Mystery of History Volume I by Linda Lacour Hobar is a chronological world history curriculum written from a young-earth, Christian perspective. Covering the period from Creation to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, it weaves together biblical history with secular world events, showing students how God's hand has been at work throughout human history.

The curriculum is organized into four quarters, each covering a major historical period. Within each quarter, lessons alternate between biblical events, ancient civilizations, and key historical figures, helping students see how these parallel narratives intersect. Students study ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome alongside Old Testament history and the life of Christ.

Designed for students in grades 4 through 8, the curriculum includes three activity levels: younger (grades 1-4), middle (grades 4-8), and older (grades 9-12), making it adaptable for multi-age homeschool families. Activities include timeline work, mapping exercises, memory cards, research projects, and hands-on crafts.

The full-color hardcover student reader features engaging writing and historical photographs, while the companion guide provides lesson plans, quizzes, activity suggestions, and reproducible worksheets. Audio CDs are also available for auditory learners.

For homeschool families seeking a history curriculum that integrates faith and academics, The Mystery of History provides a thorough, well-researched approach that treats the Bible as historically reliable while also covering secular history in depth.