Description: Jr. High Cultural Geography brings the world to life through rich books, engaging videos, hands-on projects, music, and authentic food experiences! This is not your typical textbook-based geography class—students will actively explore and experience the world in meaningful ways.

As we journey across all seven continents, students will discover the physical landscapes, cultures, religions, history, and current events that shape each region. Along the way, we will view the world through a Biblical lens—recognizing God as the Creator of every place and every people group, and growing in understanding, compassion, and respect for others.

Through interactive activities, discussions, games, guest speakers, and cultural experiences, students will not only build mapping skills and global awareness, but also develop a deeper appreciation for God’s diverse world and their place within His greater story.

Note:  This class, along with the Jr. High World History class, completes the Social Studies track for middle school.

Tutor: Renee Ramler has been homeschooling her six children since 1997—and she’s not done yet! She has a passion for making history and geography come alive through living books, cultural biographies, and hands-on experiences.

Renee loves helping students see the world through a broader lens—understanding people, places, and cultures while recognizing God’s hand in history. She brings energy and depth to her classes, engaging students through meaningful discussions, interactive activities, and real-world connections.

Cost:  $252, $262 or $272 per semester (depending on registration date)
Level: Grades 7-8
Prerequisite: None
Homework: Approximately 2-3 hours per week
Text: Students will be using the Guest Hollow’s Geography & Cultures Online Textbook every week, so bookmark this site!

Semester 1 Required Readers: (to be purchased by parents, borrowed from the library, or are available as an Audiobook)  The titles are linked to Amazon, but most titles are also available used at Thriftbooks.com.

• Shipwrecked from the Bottom of the World, by Jennifer Armstrong (needed for weeks 3-4) (ISBN: 9780375810497)
• I Escaped Amazon River Pirates, by Ellie Crowe & Scott Peters (needed for week 8)  (ISBN: 9781951019099)
• Lost in the Amazon, by Tod Olson (needed for weeks 9-10) (ISBN: 9780545928274)
• God's Smuggler, by Brother Andrew (needed for week 15 and to be read over Christmas break) (ISBN: 9780800793012)

Students also need to purchase one of the following world atlases. Click on the book picture to take you to the Amazon link.

Supplies: Students should bring a laptop or table tot class.  A subscription to World Watch News, copies, and the cost for ethnic food is included in the price of the class.