Older version Hillyer's okay? & science book qu.

[Rachel]

I have several older versions of Hillyer's A Child's History of the World (Preparing) available for my use. I think they may be from 1994 or possibly 1997. But not later than 2000 anyway. Would one of them be appropriate to use for Preparing, or would we be missing a lot for the last units of the program? (I have to take these books overseas to the mission field, so it is more than just saving money I am thinking of, but the weight too).

Also, we will not be in the northern hemisphere anymore, so I am wondering if we will be missing out a lot by using the Find the Constellation book for science? Just looking for some recommendations. One thought I had was to use this book to teach my ds about the constellations of his home country, but then buy another book to help us find the constellations in that country. Note: we will actually be right on the equator, so I guess we might need lots of books! (I am really terrible at astronomy myself!) : ) But I hope to help him learn as much as possible. Also, do you need a telescope for this?

[my3sons]

Hi Rachel! I will be glad to answer your questions. The "Introduction" of PHFHG has this note in regard to "A Child's History of the World"...
*A Child’s History of the World by Virgil M. Hillyer (Calvert Education
Services, 1997) Note: This text is available in several different versions, but
only the 1997 version matches with the page numbers in this guide and
includes the additional end chapters needed for this study.

As far as the "Find the Constellation" book, there is so much to be learned from the book than just being able to look at it along with the night sky. My ds is reading it right now for PHFHG, and it is fascinating. His oral narrations are so interesting, and I am loving how his booklet of constellations he is making is turning out. I think you would enjoy it very much! A telescope is not needed. The intent is an introduction to constellations, and a general awe of God's amazing creation. HTH!

In Christ,
Julie

[Rachel]

Thanks for your reply, Julie. I can always count on you.
Rachel