Journey Through Asia - Full-Year Unit Study Connecting Geography, History, Science, and Faith
Set out on an exciting educational adventure as your family journeys across Asia’s ancient trade routes, uncovering the rich history, diverse geography, fascinating wildlife, and inspiring stories of missionaries and unreached people groups.
This all-inclusive, full-year unit study is designed for elementary and middle school students (ages 8-13) but can easily be adapted for younger or older learners.
- Explore over 40 countries through immersive activities such as reading, drawing, notebooking, map work, and creative writing.
- Dive into powerful lessons about history, geography, and what life is like for Christians in Asia today.
- Develop a heart for missions while discovering how God is moving in His Church across Asia.
- Learn about persecuted Christians in an age-appropriate way and find meaningful ways to pray for the nations.
A Unique, Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Learning
Journey Through Asia introduces children to:
- 41 Asian countries and over 160 cities
- 50 missionaries and notable Christians from past and present
- 40+ unreached people groups still waiting to hear the Gospel
- 60 incredible Asian animals, from the Bengal tiger to the snow leopard
Comprehensive & Flexible Curriculum
At the core of this program is a 200+ page unit study text that takes students on an engaging journey along major trade routes like the Silk Road, Spice Route, and Incense Road. Each of the 60 lessons features:
- The Land and Its History: An introduction to the country’s geography and key historical events.
- The People: Stories of missionaries or persecuted Christians, along with unique cultural insights, with prayer prompts for the people of that region.
- Animal Spotlight: A fun look at a native Asian animal, designed to captivate young learners.
Everything You Need in One Study!
This complete, open-and-go digital curriculum includes:
- Unit Study Core Text: The heart of the study with captivating lessons and historical narratives. (241 pages)
- Student Book: Packed with assignments, maps, notebooking pages, and engaging activities. (Choose which styles of activities best fit your students and print just what you need from the 645 total pages.)
- Project Book: Over 100 optional projects to deepen learning, from dioramas to research challenges. (62 pages)
- Spelling & Vocabulary Guide: Reinforce key words and locations from the study. (122 pages)
- Prayer Journal: Encourage your child to develop a heart for missions by recording prayer requests for each country. (30 pages)
- Suggested Lesson Plan & Quick-Start Guide: Easily customize pacing for your homeschool or co-op. (10 pages)
- Also included: Scope and Sequence, Course Checklist, and Student Book Answer Key.
Hands-On Activities That Bring Learning to Life
Each lesson offers a mix of interactive elements, including:
- Geography assignments & challenges using information provided in unit plus optional challenges that use maps, atlases, or online resources
- Reading comprehension questions (with an included answer key)
- Notebooking & narration pages to reinforce learning
- Timelines, puzzles, and creative activities
- Animal drawing exercises & research challenges
- Bonus activities requiring additional research for deeper exploration
A Mission-Focused Adventure That Builds Faith & Global Awareness
As students complete their journey through Asia, they’ll also learn about historical trade goods exchanged between Europe and Asia, such as gold, spices, silk, jade, ivory, and turquoise. More importantly, they’ll gain a greater understanding of global missions, Christian perseverance, and the power of prayer.
This self-contained, multi-disciplinary study is ideal for families who want to incorporate faith-based learning into their homeschool. Whether you’re looking for an engaging geography unit, a world history curriculum, or a mission-focused study, Journey Through Asia provides a comprehensive and inspiring learning experience.
