Woven History Series: The Vikings
Step into the past with Cottage Schoolhouse’s Woven History & Geography Series: A Tapestry of Stories. Designed especially for older elementary learners, this guide brings history and geography to life through engaging lessons filled with meaningful connections, creative projects, and hands-on exploration.
The Vikings
In this guide we follow along the journey of Leif Erikson, one of the most well known Vikings. We will be using the beautifully illustrated book Leif the Lucky by Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire as the spine of our curriculum.
The lessons are organized into the following key categories:
• Geography: We begin each lesson with a focus on geography by exploring maps, landforms, navigation and exploration. Students will engage in hands-on mapwork to better understand the physical world, setting the stage for deeper learning. Additionally, we will incorporate the artwork to enrich our study of geographic tools.
• Living Literature: Throughout the journey, students will engage with a blend of compelling nonfiction and high-quality storytelling. The carefully curated book selection is engaging, well-written narratives that spark curiosity and imagination.
• Explore and Connect: This journey is full of hands-on adventures that make learning come alive. From nature study, to creative STEM projects, and science experiments, each activity is designed to spark curiosity, ignite wonder, and help your child connect deeply with history and geography.
• Create: Encourage creativity with integrated art, crafts, creative writing, cooking, and imaginative play. These activities are designed to deepen understanding and make learning fun and memorable.
Lessons Included:
Lesson 1: Setting Sail
Lesson 2: The Nordic Landscape
Lesson 3: The Northern Lights
Lesson 4: Life in Greenland
Lesson 5: Craftsmen
Lesson 6: Tools and Navigation
Lesson 7: Nordic Climate and Wildlife
Lesson 8: Viking Influence
SchedulingThis guide includes eight engaging lessons. A suggested daily plan and easy-to-follow overview are provided, but the flexible structure allows you to move at your own pace. Some lessons may span two days depending on depth. You might spend 2-4 weeks with this guide based on your preferred rhythm.
What You’ll Receive:
• Woven History Series Viking Guide PDF - The Guide is over 30 pages and includes thoughtfully laid out lessons, supply lists, art, and resources.
• Printables PDF - Printable pages that correspond with lessons are available in a digital pdf document. Before printing, consider the intended use of the printable page. Most pages are best printed on cardstock, while some resources can be laminated for repeated use.
⚠️ Important
• This is a printable PDF. NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE MAILED TO YOU.
• PERSONAL USE ONLY - You may use this resources in your home or your classroom but please do not redistribute digital or printed files. This product should not be resold or redistributed in any way.
A Note from Kessler at The Cottage Schoolhouse:
Thank you for exploring history with us. My hope is that this guide brings beauty, joy, and meaningful connection to your homeschool days, and helps your children fall in love with the stories of the past.
Woven History Series
Each guide in this series weaves together storytelling, geography, art, literature, and hands-on activities to help your child deeply connect with the people, cultures, and events of the past. It’s a gentle, immersive approach that nurtures curiosity and wonder, while also developing important academic skills.
Suggested Ages
The Woven Series is thoughtfully designed for elementary learners, ideal for 3rd–6th grade. Lessons, books, and activities are tailored to support this age range with depth and creativity.
Books Needed
Throughout the journey, students will engage with a blend of compelling nonfiction and high-quality storytelling. The carefully curated book selection is engaging, well-written narratives that spark curiosity and imagination. The book list is small but very important to the guide. To complete the guide you will need:
•Leif the Lucky by Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire
•First Facts about the Vikings by Jacqueline Morley
•Who Were the Vikings? by Usborne Starting Point History
You might also enjoy:
•Food and Feasts with the Vikings by Hazel Mary Martell
• An Arctic Story: The Animals of the Frozen North by Jane Burnard
• The Lights That Dance in the Night by Yuval ZommerSupplies Needed
Keeping supplies simple and affordable was an important part of creating this guide. You will find that most supplies listed are general art supplies and things that you might already have around your home. Everything else can usually be found at a dollar store or grocery store. Many supplies are repeated throughout the guide.
This is a Digital Product
⚠️ Important
• This is a printable PDF. NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE MAILED TO YOU.
• PERSONAL USE ONLY - You may use this resources in your home or your classroom but please do not redistribute digital or printed files. This product should not be resold or redistributed in any way.