--- title: Gift Guide for the Classically Educated Family description: A comprehensive catalog of Christmas gift ideas from teachers for preschoolers through high schoolers! 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After all, these teachers are spending nearly seven hours a day with your children, investing in their holistic growth, and so they have a firm handle on what kinds of gifts will enhance these children's learning experience. If you're looking for some inspiration, here is a classically-influenced Christmas gift ideas list, organized by grade levels and subjects. #### (Support Veritas with your Amazon.com purchase!) If you are unable to support local bookstores, you can support Veritas Academy when purchasing books or gifts from Amazon! Please consider going to [smile.amazon.com](http://www.smile.amazon.com) and search for Veritas Academy to connect your account to ours. Veritas will earn a small portion of every sale at no cost to you! You just need to remember to shop from [smile.amazon.com](http://smile.amazon.com) every time you visit Amazon! ##### [Preschool](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Preschool) ##### [Kindergarten](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Kindergarten) ##### [First Grade](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#FirstGrade) ##### [Second Grade](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#SecondGrade) ##### [Third Grade](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#ThirdGrade) ##### [Fourth Grade](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#FourthGrade) ##### [Fifth Grade](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#FifthGrade) ##### [Middle School Aged Students](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Middle-School-Students) ##### [High School Aged Students](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#High-School-Students) ##### [Mathematics and Logic](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Math) ##### [Science](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Science) ##### [Art](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Art) ##### [Chess](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Chess) ##### [Books and Literature for the Whole Family](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/gift-guide-for-the-classically-educated-family#Literature) ## Preschool Gift Ideas - Melissa & Doug create timeless modern classics, and these [pattern blocks](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006JZCG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00006JZCG&linkCode=as2&tag=kidsactiblog-20&linkId=BEHKLIM73T6CLN27) will keep your little one busy and engaged. - Floor puzzles are fantastic, and some favorites might be [this world map with animals](https://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-World-Puzzle-2X3-Feet/dp/B0007ODGTQ/ref=sr_1_8?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1481298000&sr=1-8) or this [traffic jumbo jam.](https://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Traffic-Jigsaw-Puzzle/dp/B0018MQGFC/ref=sr_1_5?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1481298000&sr=1-5) - Animals are always a hit at this age, so this [Little People A to Z Learning Zoo playset](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007WWZLI) - which combines alphabet learning and imaginative play - will be a hit. - Start a family game time tradition this coming year and invest in some educational and fun games to bond over. Some great ideas include [The Honey Bee Tree](https://www.amazon.com/Game-Zone-Honey-Bee-Tree/dp/B000063KC8), [The Sneaky Snacky Squirrel](http://www.target.com/p/the-sneaky-snacky-squirrel-game/-/A-13450906), and [Sound Bingo](https://www.target.com/p/intex-entertainment-sound-bingo-game/-/A-50390009). ## Kindergarten Gift Ideas - Kindergartners love the Bob Books, and [this is a great set](https://www.amazon.com/Bob-Books-Set-Beginning-Readers/dp/0439845009/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479265663&sr=8-1&keywords=bob%27s+book)that will help them build their reading skills with confidence. - They love learning to read, and [this game](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032EKAJ2/ref=pd_sim_21_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EYEA0EREWZ3XFCX3Y5DJ)- which combines sight words and popcorn - helps them do just that. - ABCs ad 123s go together, and these kids enjoy their numbers too. Foster that love of learning with [this fun game](https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Resources-Addition-Subtraction-Game/dp/B006ZMO044/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1479266280&sr=1-1&keywords=addition+subtraction+games)that helps them polish their addition and subtraction skills. ## First Grade Gift Ideas - ![crayons.jpeg](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/crayons.jpeg?width=320&name=crayons.jpeg)Many of our students love drawing, so art supplies would make great gifts. Consider: - Books are best! Here are some of our favorites: - Music/CDs ## Second Grade Gift Ideas - Second graders who are beginning their deep dive into history, ancient cultures, and geography will likely love some of the exploratory and educational toys from [National Geographic, such as](http://www.shopng.com): - Some books that they might enjoy include: ## Third Grade Gift Ideas If your third grader is loving our studies of ancient Greece and Rome, and enjoying so many of the fun books we're reading in literature, they'll probably love some of these items: - **[Narnia Stratego game](https://www.amazon.com/Hasbro-Stratego-Chronicles-of-Narnia/dp/B0007Q1IVW)** - **[Roman Empire Jingo game](https://www.amazon.com/Gary-Grimm-GGA191-6-Roman-Empire/dp/B000VO01Y0/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1479146605&sr=1-1&keywords=roman+bingo)** - **[Beautifully illustrated](https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AIngri+D%27Aulaire&s=relevancerank&text=Ingri+D%27Aulaire&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1)[D'Aulaires'](https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=D%E2%80%99Aulaires%E2%80%99+Book+of+Greek+Mythology&qid=1573486027&sr=8-3)[books](https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AIngri+D%27Aulaire&s=relevancerank&text=Ingri+D%27Aulaire&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1).** - **[Asterix and Obelix comic book series](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Asterix+and+Obelix+comic&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss_2).** Originally written in French, these hilarious translations chronicle the adventures of the Gauls vs. the Romans. Boys and girls alike enjoy them! - [**Centerburg Tales, **](https://www.amazon.com/Centerburg-Tales-Adventures-Homer-Price/dp/014031072X/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1479147282&sr=8-3&keywords=Homer+Price)the sequels to *Homer Price.* - **[The Wanderings of Odysseus](https://www.amazon.com/Wanderings-Odysseus-Story-Odyssey/dp/0553494821/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1479147528&sr=8-2&keywords=black+ships+before+troy).** - **[Roman soldier figures](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R71OWPY/ref=pd_sbs_21_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=64FWX1GHK9EBX90GV4DX)** - **A [mosaic kit](https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=mosaic+kits) ** - **[Greek and Roman Mythology Craft book](https://www.amazon.com/Literature-Pockets-Greek-Roman-Grades/dp/1557998752/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1512655899&sr=8-1&keywords=greek+and+roman+myths+literature+pockets) ** ## Fourth Grade Gift Ideas Veritas fourth graders are all about all things medieval, as they wade through European history together. Feed that love of the great Western Tradition history with some of these gift ideas popular with our 9 and 10 year old students. - **[Rubix cubes of varying shapes](https://www.walmart.com/ip/Megaminx-Magic-Rubik-Cube-Speed-Cube-Puzzle-Educational-Special-Toys-Sheng-Shou-12-Color-Layers-Speed-Twist-Puzzle/140824158?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=3150&adid=22222222227053654267&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=t&wl3=154958363715&wl4=pla-265427363640&wl5=9006781&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=113146369&wl11=online&wl12=140824158&wl13=&veh=sem)** or for an even tougher challenge, [a Gear Cube](https://www.amazon.com/Mefferts-Speedcubing-Puzzle-Gear-Black/dp/B00415E5JC) - **[Ticket to Ride: Europe](https://www.amazon.com/Days-of-Wonder-DOW-7202/dp/B000809OAO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1481161746&sr=8-1&keywords=ticket+to+ride+europe+board+game)**(a strategy board game which coincides with our study of Europe in the Middle Ages History) - **[Tabletop Trebuchet](https://www.amazon.com/Oakland-Ballistics-Wooden-Trebuchet-Kit/dp/B004080576/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1481160221&sr=8-14&keywords=castle+model+medieval#customerReviews)** - **[Leonardo da Vinci catapult](https://www.amazon.com/Leonardo-da-Vinci-Catapult-Kit/dp/B00CWMXU88/ref=pd_sim_21_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00CWMXU88&pd_rd_r=45SFAE1TBKMA9CABXG4Y&pd_rd_w=e6rxF&pd_rd_wg=Aud8U&psc=1&refRID=45SFAE1TBKMA9CABXG4Y) ** - **[Medieval Toy Soldiers](https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Soldiers-Medieval-Sheriff-Nottingham/dp/B00TFX2OYI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1481159665&sr=8-6&keywords=robin+hood+toy+figures)** - **Medieval dress-up clothes** - **[Castle Playset](https://www.amazon.com/PLAYMOBIL-Knights-Castle-Playset-Building/dp/B00KMRKTXO/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1481160016&sr=8-6&keywords=Castle)** - [**Cathedral Puzzle**](https://www.amazon.com/CubicFun-Architecture-Puzzle-Challenge-Hobbies/dp/B07F8NM81P?th=1) ## Fifth Grade Gift Ideas Your fifth grader is enjoying the discovery and birth of America. Help your colonist really blossom in their knowledge and love for what they're learning with these gift ideas. - **[Stranded at Plymouth Plantation 1626](https://www.amazon.com/Stranded-at-Plimoth-Plantation-1626/dp/0060225416/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1481501798&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=stranded+at+plimoth+plantation+1626)** by Gary Bowen. This engaging historical fiction story is about a thirteen-year-old indentured servant boy whose ship crashes en route to the New World, and who ends up becoming a Plymouth settler. Written in journal form, it tells about colonial housing, food, religion, clothing, family life, the strict Puritans, eight-hour Sabbath services, and more. Illustrated with copies of beautiful original woodcuts by the author. ## ![BTC crop 2-1](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BTC%20crop%202-1.jpg?width=350&name=BTC%20crop%202-1.jpg) - **[1775 - Rebellion](https://www.amazon.com/Academy-Games-AYG-5375-1775/dp/B00F3CT6YG)** This exciting board game for 2-4 players, is about the American colonists battling the British for control of the British colonies in North America. It's more of a strategy game than a war game, is full of action, and easy to learn!  - **[Sequence: States & Capitals](https://amzn.to/33F79L8) (board game)** - **[Race Across the USA](https://www.amazon.com/Scholastic-Race-Across-USA-Game/dp/B074KL895L/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=10+days+in+the+usa&qid=1638809665&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-5) (board game)** - **[American Revolution Chess Set](https://amzn.to/2rOvmRG)** - **[Cross Stitch Sampler Kit](https://amzn.to/2DDD0kB)** - **[Quill & Ink Set ](https://www.amazon.com/Vimpro-Handmade-Calligraphy-Replacement-Envelopes/dp/B07N1G56VN/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Quill+%26+Ink+Set&qid=1575302516&sr=8-4)** - **[Revolutionary War Toy Soldiers ](https://amzn.to/35S9h3u)** - [**Toy muskets and guns**](https://shops.mountvernon.org/collections/historic-toys/products/revolutionary-war-freedom-pist-19083) - **[Rubber Band Wooden Cannon](https://amzn.to/2sEIMAn)** - [**Compass & Spy Glass**](https://www.amazon.com/Telescope-Zoomable-Spyglass-Collapsible-Monocular/dp/B083CLN8G5/ref=pd_sbs_1/132-1074792-7595168?pd_rd_w=fjjRA&pf_rd_p=ad934418-15c1-47d5-b5ac-92d4b1079064&pf_rd_r=E0DWKF0883KPNDFNF22A&pd_rd_r=de3b7a04-b9ba-4d58-9d7c-1e54874accf4&pd_rd_wg=U8tKf&pd_rd_i=B083CLN8G5&psc=1) - **[Miniature Tea and Coffee Set from Salisbury Pewter](https://salisburyinc.net/product/miniature-tea-and-coffee-set/) (excellent doll play accessory)** #### Books and Videos - **[Liberty Kids Video Series ](https://amzn.to/2sylpYZ)** - **[*Golden Book of the American Revolution*](https://amzn.to/34LyJri)** - **[*The Matchlock Gun*](https://amzn.to/35Zbl9N)** - **[*An Inconvenient Alphabet: Ben Franklin & Noah Webster’s*](https://info.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/Spelling%20Revolution)[*Spelling Revolution*](https://amzn.to/2OFZmYW)** - **[*Childhood of Famous Americans Series*](https://amzn.to/33HXSlt)** - **[*George Washington’s World*](https://amzn.to/2OFaMw8)** - **[*At the Battle of Yorktown: An Interactive Battlefield Adventure*](https://amzn.to/2RboAAf)** - **[*George vs. George: The American Revolution as Seen From Both Sides*](https://amzn.to/37Zuuun)** - **[*George Washington: Spymaster*](https://amzn.to/2Pa1dEq)** ## Sixth Grade Gift Ideas #### ![Books and games will help sharpen your child's mind ](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/Christmas%20gift.jpeg?width=320&name=Christmas%20gift.jpeg "Books and games will help sharpen your child's mind ") - **[The Greek Code Cracker](https://classicalacademicpress.com/product/greek-alphabet-code-cracker/)** is a fun, sleuth book that teaches the Greek alphabet while students solve a mystery. The skills it sharpens makes this book a great way to prepare your child for our secondary school curriculum. - [**Latin Christmas Carols**](https://classicalacademicpress.com/products/veni-emmanuel-ancient-traditional-latin-christmas-carols) is a great way to increase student's Latin vocabulary.  - Another fun sleuthing book is **[Art Fraud Detective](https://www.amazon.com/Art-Fraud-Detective-Difference-Solve/dp/0753453088)**, which is a "spot the difference" book that has students spotting the art forgery through clues about the original artwork. - **[A Kindle](https://amzn.to/2DeZSH7)** is a good gift for kids this age. Although we love the printed word, the Kindle has the advantage of allowing students to tap on a word and have it defined for them right there in context, thus increasing vocabulary and comprehension of a text. While kids could look up definitions of unfamiliar words in a dictionary, the reality is that they don't often take the time to do so. The Kindle makes this an effortless process. Also, for students with reading challenges, the Kindle can read the books aloud while they follow along with the words. In the hands of a parent giving a little oversight to the choice of literature, this can be a valuable tool! ## Secondary School Gift Ideas ### Books For Middle School Aged Students These recommendations come from former Veritas Omnibus teacher, friend of our school, bibliophile and and classical education enthusiast Leslie Bustard. - **[The Faithful Spy: Dietrich Bonhoeffer and the Plot to Kill Hitler (A True Story!) by John Hendrix](https://www.johnhendrix.com/226542492172/) ** "In his signature style of interwoven handwritten text and art, John Hendrix tells the true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor who makes the ultimate sacrifice in order to free the German people from oppression during World War II.”    This book has won several awards. Recently it was named one of the best books of 2018 for middle grades by Kirkus Review, as well as the Gold Medal from Society of Illustrators in the book category (that’s a big deal in the illustrators’ world).  - [**The Day the Angels Fell by Lancaster resident Shawn Smucker.**](http://shawnsmucker.com/avada_portfolio/the-day-the-angels-fell/) Winner of a 2018 Christianity Today Book Award. The official description reads: "It was the summer of storms and strays and strangers. The Summer that lightning struck the big oak tree in the front yard. The summer his mother died in a tragic accident — and young Samuel Chambers would have done anything to bring back time. Even today, he can hardly believe it all happened… Prompted by three strange carnival fortune-tellers and the surfacing of his mysterious and reclusive neighbor, Sam begins his search for the Tree of Life — the only thing that could possibly bring his mother back.” Shawn Smucker is following in the tradition of great authors of literature for young people. Mr. Smucker was a speaker at VeriTalks 2018. This book is a captivating story, with brilliant sentences.  - [**The Edge of Over There (sequel to The Day the Angels Fell) by Shawn Smucker.**](http://shawnsmucker.com/edge-of-over-there/) The description says: “Abra Miller carries a secret and a responsibility she never expected. Before the Tree of Life, everything in Abra Miller’s life had been predictable, Safe. Normal. But after the tree, everything has felt fragile… like holding a soap bubble in the palm of her hand. After years of fruitless searching for the next Fee, she begins to wonder if it was nothing more than a vivid dream.” Mrs. Bustard could not put this book down and kept thinking about it for days after she finished it.  - [**Because of Winn-Dixie **](https://www.katedicamillo.com/books/bowd.html)[**by Kate DiCamillo.**](https://www.katedicamillo.com/books/bowd.html) According to Mrs. Bustard, "everyone should read at least one Kate DiCamillo book." Mrs. Bustard recalls that she read this book in one sitting because it was so good. The official description reads: "A classic tale by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo, America's beloved storyteller. One summer’s day, ten-year-old India Opal Buloni goes down to the local supermarket for some groceries – and comes home with a dog. But Winn-Dixie is no ordinary dog. It’s because of Winn-Dixie that Opal begins to make friends. And it’s because of Winn-Dixie that she finally dares to ask her father about her mother, who left when Opal was three. In fact, as Opal admits, just about everything that happens that summer is because of Winn-Dixie.”   -  **[Death Comes to Pemberley by P. D. James.](https://www.amazon.com/Death-Comes-Pemberley-P-James/dp/0307950654)** A fun novel for those students who enjoyed our study of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, and also enjoy a good mystery. ### Books For High School Aged Students - [**The Book of the Dun Cow by Walter Wangerin**](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0060574607/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0060574607&linkCode=as2&tag=walwanjr-20&linkId=514057ba1e2de66c2f4e1134d5622c3a)  Pete Peterson of The Rabbit Room says this of one of Mrs. Bustard top ten favorite contemporary books: "A book that nearly defies categorization - equal parts Watership Down, Lord of the Rings, Animal Farm...and The Canterbury Tales. It’s the story of Chauntecleer the rooster, Lord of all he surveys until the twisted and evil Cockatrice sets his eye and his armies upon the land. In the end Chaunticleer and his farmland subjects must stand together in the face of the destruction of the earth and the wakening of Wyrm. It’s a story that’s both intimate and epic, horrifying and humorous, dreadful and hopeful. I’ve never read anything else quite like it. “  - [**The Chosen by Chaim Potok**](https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/132821/the-chosen-by-chaim-potok/) "Anyone who finds it is finding a jewel. Its themes are profound and universal.” -Wall Street Journal "It is the now-classic story of two fathers and two sons and the pressures on all of them to pursue the religion they share in the way that is best suited to each. And as the boys grow into young men, they discover in the other a lost spiritual brother, and a link to an unexplored world that neither had ever considered before. In effect, they exchange places, and find the peace that neither they will never retreat from again….” - [****The Wreath**** ( Kristin Lavransdatter ****Book #1)** by Sigrid Undset (**](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6220.The_Wreath)[**translated by Tiina Nunnally).**](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6220.The_Wreath) This story interweaves political, social, and religious history with the daily aspects of family life to create a colorful, richly detailed tapestry of Norway during the fourteenth-century. The trilogy, however, is more than a journey into the past, it is the story of one woman, Kirsten, living as daughter, wife, and mother and learning to live with the choice she made.  This book won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1928, and is yet another favorite of Mrs. Bustard - [**Emma (graphic novel) adapted by Nancy Butler and illustrated by Janet Lee**](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10778254-emma) Jane Austen’s most precocious heroine, Emma Woodhouse, comes to life in this fun adaptation. - [**The Mission of the Body of Christ by Russ Ramsey**](https://www.ivpress.com/the-mission-of-the-body-of-christ) Jesus sent his followers into the world. Through dynamic narrative and great story telling, Russ Ramsey traces the journey of the early church with thirty-one daily readings through the book of Acts.  - [**Fierce Convictions: The Extraordinary Life of Hannah More Poet, Reformer, Abolitionist by Karen Swallow Prior.**](https://karenswallowprior.com/books/fierce-convictions/) The enthralling biography of the woman writer who helped end the slave trade, changed Britain’s upper classes, and taught a nation to read.  - **[Fiddler's Gun &](https://www.amazon.com/Fiddlers-Gun-Fins-Revolution-Book/dp/0615325424/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0615325424&pd_rd_r=AAFK6VHX2K2CKRAHV1B4&pd_rd_w=tLzsG&pd_rd_wg=GpkRa&psc=1&refRID=AAFK6VHX2K2CKRAHV1B4)[The Fiddler's Green](https://www.amazon.com/Fiddlers-Green-Fins-Revolution-Rabbit/dp/0982621418/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0982621418&pd_rd_r=JYC1NES8D6C0YMMJVMTR&pd_rd_w=yxkZk&pd_rd_wg=d4RDL&psc=1&refRID=JYC1NES8D6C0YMMJVMTR)**by A. S. Peterson. Another great read is ***Fin's Revolution**,* a set of 2 books that take place at the beginning of the American Revolution. Fin Button becomes the unlikely female captain of a ship.The first book is [The Fiddler's Gun](https://www.amazon.com/Fiddlers-Gun-Fins-Revolution-Book/dp/0615325424/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0615325424&pd_rd_r=AAFK6VHX2K2CKRAHV1B4&pd_rd_w=tLzsG&pd_rd_wg=GpkRa&psc=1&refRID=AAFK6VHX2K2CKRAHV1B4) and the second is [The Fiddler's Green](https://www.amazon.com/Fiddlers-Green-Fins-Revolution-Rabbit/dp/0982621418/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0982621418&pd_rd_r=JYC1NES8D6C0YMMJVMTR&pd_rd_w=yxkZk&pd_rd_wg=d4RDL&psc=1&refRID=JYC1NES8D6C0YMMJVMTR). ## **Science** ### Grammar School Science Gift Ideas - If your students love to try fun experiments, the **[Steve Spangler website](https://www.stevespanglerscience.com/store/)** has many cool gift ideas. - Do your children love to tinker with science-y, even slightly geeky, gadgets?  The **["Think Geek"](http://www.thinkgeek.com/toys-games/diy-science/)** site has fun stuff along this vein! - [**Creation Science Book or DVD**](http://creationscience4kids.com/) If you are interested in fining a good creation science book or DVD for your child, you may want to look**[at this website.](http://creationscience4kids.com/)** ### ![DSC01507](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DSC01507.jpg?width=350&name=DSC01507.jpg)Secondary School Science and Robotics Gift Ideas - **Consider a trip together to one of the wonderful science museums close to home:** - **[North Museum](http://www.northmuseum.org/),** Lancaster - **[Whitaker Center](http://www.whitakercenter.org/)**, Harrisburg - **[Franklin Institute](https://www.fi.edu/),** Philadelphia - **[Baltimore Aquarium](http://www.aqua.org/)**, Baltimore - **[Anti-Virus](http://www.amazon.com/SmartGames-SG-520-Anti-Virus/dp/B004TGVOGU)** (by SmartGames) - **[Ampersand Press Into the Forest, Nature's Food Chain Game](http://www.amazon.com/Ampersand-Press-Forest-Natures-Chain/dp/B008HVKOH8)** - [***Snap Circuits***](https://www.amazon.com/Snap-Circuits-SC-300-Electronics-Exploration/dp/B0000683A4/ref=sxin_0_ac_d_pm?ac_md=2-1-QmV0d2VlbiAkMjUgYW5kICQxMDA%3D-ac_d_pm&keywords=Snap+Circuits&pd_rd_i=B0000683A4&pd_rd_r=d2c2ef25-18e3-4dfa-9a60-480422f238f8&pd_rd_w=tEFpE&pd_rd_wg=x0Mln&pf_rd_p=02e79b16-eab7-4369-852f-d04a58a4d9b5&pf_rd_r=SXQ3Q776183Z20CWKZ9E&psc=1&qid=1573489104&s=books) Electronics kits (there are many to choose from!) - ***[Lego Mindstorms](http://www.amazon.com/LEGO-6029291-Mindstorms-EV3-31313/dp/B00CWER3XY/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1450120165&sr=1-1&keywords=Lego+Mindstorms)*** for your robotics enthusiast. ## Mathematics ### Museums to visit Give the gift of a mathematical family day trip for Christmas - **[National Museum of Mathematics](http://momath.org/)** - New York City Ride a bicycle with square wheels, design and build polyhedra, and explore tessellations. This museum is small but packed full of fun mathematical content. Bring someone who loves mathematics along with you on the trip. - **[National Cryptologic Museum](https://www.nsa.gov/about/cryptologic_heritage/museum/)** - Between Baltimore and Washington DC Outstanding museum exploring the history of codes and ciphers. Play with German enigma machines. Most of the docents at the museum are former NSA employees who worked with the museum artifacts when some of them used to be top secret! The museum and guided tours are free! ### Math Games Find several great math games at **[SmartGamesUSA.com](https://www.smartgamesusa.com/)** ### Math Books - **[The Mathematical Universe](http://www.amazon.com/The-Mathematical-Universe-Alphabetical-Personalities/dp/0471176613):** An Alphabetical Journey Through the Great Proofs, Problems, and Personalities Great for students who have completed Algebra 2. - **[Journey Through Genius:](http://www.amazon.com/Journey-through-Genius-Theorems-Mathematics/dp/014014739X)**[The Great Theorems of Mathematics](http://www.amazon.com/Journey-through-Genius-Theorems-Mathematics/dp/014014739X) Also a good fit for students who have completed Algebra 2. - **[Euclid's Elements](http://www.greenlion.com/books/EuclidsElements.html).** This is the cleanest and nicest edition available of the greatest geometry textbook of all time. ![DSC01738 crop](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DSC01738%20crop.jpg?width=350&name=DSC01738%20crop.jpg) - **[Polyhedron Models by Magnus J Wenniger.]( http://www.amazon.com/Polyhedron-Models-Magnus-J-Wenninger/dp/0521098599)** THE definitive book on building paper polyhedra models by Father Magnus Wenninger himself. Beloved Veritas math teacher Mr. Seigenthaler began a tradition of building polyhedra with his geometry students, and it has become a favorite pastime for many Veritas students over the years. - **[Zometool kits](http://www.zometool.com/) ** Extremely versatile and creative construction materials. Several different size kits are available. - **[Magnaforms](https://amzn.to/2qLlmrO)** Fun magnetic polyhedra pieces, described as an "Intelligent Magnetic Construction Set For Brain Development" - **[Rubik's Cube](https://amzn.to/2NE0X0Q)** [ShengShou brand Rubik's Cubes](https://amzn.to/2NE0X0Q) (all different shapes and sizes) are the best AND CHEAPEST cube puzzles available. - **[Logic Puzzles](https://amzn.to/2KYD4Qa)** - **[Sudoku puzzles](https://amzn.to/2Dh1r7j)** Kids LOVE them! - **[Mastermind](https://amzn.to/2ORLA4G)** is a fun (old school) logic game.  - **[Escape Room board games](https://amzn.to/2KWz0Qd)** are great for your logic-phase middle schooler - [**Ticket to Ride**](https://amzn.to/2XTKwBd) is a fun full family game. Even little siblings can team up with parents or older siblings.  - The **[SET game](https://amzn.to/2QPJJ2C)** is easily accessible for all ages. While it is not directly math related, the recognition of patterns helps everyone with math concepts. ## Art ### Grammar School Art Gift Ideas![art pastels](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/art%20pastels.jpg?width=400&name=art%20pastels.jpg) - [**Watercolor pencils**](https://amzn.to/2KUZWjr) for kids of any age who like to draw. These color like any colored pencil, but come alive when brushed with paintbrush dipped in water.  Watercolor paper Regular cardstock - The sweetest **[beginner sewing and knitting kit. ](http://www.magiccabin.com/moulin-roty-thread-craft-kit.htm)** - **[Large Lap Loom](https://www.hearthsong.com/versatile-portable-large-hardwood-lap-loom/p/716819),** create your own textiles (similar to the one in the 5th grade classroom). - [**Pottery Wheel**](https://www.amazon.com/NATIONAL-GEOGRAPHIC-Kids-Pottery-Wheel/dp/B093MCN1QQ) for kids AND if the thought of that terrifies you a bit then [read this and realize you’re not alone!](http://artfulparent.com/2012/10/getting-over-my-clay-hang-up-a-pottery-wheel-for-kids.html) - **[KiwiCrate](http://www.kiwicrate.com/)** (ages 5-8) or the Doodle Crate (ages 9-16) Your child will get everything they need for a new craft or DIY activity every month. - **[Mr. Sketch Markers](http://www.amazon.com/Mr-Sketch-Assorted-Scent-Markers/dp/B00006IFH0/ref=sr_1_50?ie=UTF8&qid=1450211702&sr=8-50&keywords=kids+art),** the best markers for grade school kids! They last longer than Crayola and they smell delicious!  - **[Tempera Paint Sticks](http://www.amazon.com/Jack-Richeson-2610731-Paycolor-Poster/dp/B005XM2B5C/ref=pd_bxgy_21_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=016ENQZ2R5EKFE6GM53A)** Get the richer color of paint, but without the mess of brushes and water. - [**BIG Paper**](http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Easel-Paper-Pad/dp/B000ID2YBC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450213033&sr=8-1&keywords=big+paper+pad)It can be a challenge to store and display BIG masterpieces, but for some reason BIG paper is SO fun and exciting for kids. ### High School Art Gift Ideas  **For the more mature creators in Secondary School** Art box subscriptions give students a challenge with (potentially) new materials. Here are several options: - **[Sketchbox subscription box](https://getsketchbox.com/)** This subscription box contains high quality drawing supplies that any budding artist would love.  - **[Smile Create Repeat subscription box](https://www.smilecreaterepeat.com/)** This is another Art Supply subscription services that sends the receiver art tools and materials along with instructions on how to use them. This is a great way to introduce your child to new art tools and techniques.  - **[Paletteful Packs Subscription box](https://www.palettefulpacks.com/)** Theses themed art boxes include everything your child needs to explore a new art medium each month. One month may be acrylic paint, the next graphite and charcoal, and more!  ![colored-pencils-2934857_640.jpg](https://info.veritasacademy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/colored-pencils-2934857_640.jpg?width=320&name=colored-pencils-2934857_640.jpg)Other suggestions for older students who are art enthusiasts include: - **[Sketching set](https://www.amazon.com/Castle-Art-Supplies-Drawing-Sketching/dp/B00K7KT2E8/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1513004291&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=sketching+pencils&psc=1)** - **[Colored pencils](https://www.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Premier-Colored-Pencils-24-Count/dp/B00006IEEU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1513003614&sr=8-2&keywords=prismacolor+pencils) and a [blender](https://www.amazon.com/Sanford-Prismacolor-Colored-Accessory-7-Piece/dp/B000OKZYJ8/ref=sr_1_6?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1513003780&sr=1-6&keywords=prismacolor+blender)** - **[Water pens](https://www.amazon.com/Magicfly-Watercolor-Assorted-Painting-Powdered/dp/B06WLLS18G/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1513003928&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=water+brush+pen&psc=1)** for **[watercolor pencils](https://www.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Premier-Water-Soluble-Colored-Pencils/dp/B0017DHIYK/ref=sr_1_7?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1513003849&sr=1-7&keywords=prismacolor+watercolor+pencils)** - **[Watercolors](https://www.amazon.com/Winsor-Newton-Cotman-Deluxe-Sketchers/dp/B00004THXH?th=1)** - Make your own Textiles with the **[Large Lap Loom](http://www.magiccabin.com/large-lap-loom.htm).** - **[Screen Print](http://www.amazon.com/Speedball-Super-Fabric-Screen-Printing/dp/B00251JO8G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1450208476&sr=8-2&keywords=screen+printing+kit)** your own shirts and more with this amazing kit! - Jewelry Stamping set - **[A Beginner's Calligraphy Set](https://www.amazon.com/Calligraphy-Kit-complete-kit-beginners/dp/1600584063/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=calligraphy+starter+beginner+kit&qid=1638846268&sr=8-6)** Get your child started on this wonderful art form, which may be of particular interest to students who enjoy activities like card making or illustrating. - **[Ink and Pens](http://www.amazon.com/Speedball-Lettering-and-Calligraphy-Kit/dp/B001QJPU3Q/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1450209781&sr=8-9&keywords=calligraphy+set)** starter set - **[Grids](http://www.amazon.com/INOVART-8050-Inovart-Calligraphy-Underliners/dp/B005A0IXFY/ref=pd_sim_14_7?ie=UTF8&dpID=51Xur7nKudL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=162SAD08BVK38F3J2QVX)** for under the paper (helps to keep your angles and lines consistent) - A “how to” art book, like ***[Creative Lettering and Beyond](http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Lettering-Beyond-Inspiring-techniques/dp/1600583970/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1450209781&sr=8-7&keywords=calligraphy+set)*** - **[Prismacolor Pencils](http://www.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Premier-Colored-Assorted-3598T/dp/B00006IEEV/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450211251&sr=8-1&keywords=prismacolor)** These pencils are really nothing like Crayola pencils. The pigment is so soft and they are designed to blend together, so the range of colors you can achieve is endless. Perfect to use with those adult coloring books that are so popular. - **[Prismacolor Illustration Markers](http://www.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Premier-Double-Markers-Assorted/dp/B00006IFGK/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1450211251&sr=8-12&keywords=prismacolor)** These markers are also unique in their blending capability and you will find that they don’t make streaks when coloring a large area (the way cheaper markers do). - **[Oil Pastels](http://www.amazon.com/Sakura-ESP25-25-Piece-Cray-Pas-Specialist/dp/B001DUICWE/ref=sr_1_42?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1450213504&sr=1-42&keywords=oil+pastels)** Not all oil pastels are created equal, and the prices vary widely, but this set is an excellent deal on Amazon and they are nice and soft. - **Art History Books** Find inspiration, and understand how art has evolved through the centuries with lovely works like: - ***[Art that Changed the World](http://www.amazon.com/Art-That-Changed-World-Publishing/dp/1465414355/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1450210257&sr=8-4&keywords=history+of+art)*** - ***[Art: Over 2,500 Works from Cave to Contemporary](http://www.amazon.com/Art-Over-Works-Cave-Contemporary/dp/0756639727)*** ### For the Chess Player - **[Solitaire Chess Brain Game](https://www.amazon.com/ThinkFun-Solitaire-Chess-Version-Nominee/dp/B0032UKQFO)-** If you can't play chess but your child does.  - [**Magnetic Travel Chess**](https://www.amazon.com/Yellow-Mountain-Imports-Magnetic-Travel/dp/B0019FATKG) - Put the screens away during holiday travels. - **[Designer Colored Chess Sets](https://www.uscfsales.com/chess-sets/club-chess-sets/2-player-chess-set-combination-triple-weighted-plastic-regulation-colored-chess-pieces-4-player-vinyl-chess-board.html)** - Who says chess has to be black and white?  - **[Lego Chess Set](https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/lego-iconic-chess-set-40174)-** Combo of two great past times! On sale often during the holidays. - **[Four Player Chess Set](https://www.uscfsales.com/chess-sets/design-your-own-chess-set-combination/4-player-chess-set-combination-triple-weighted-plastic-regulation-colored-chess-pieces-4-player-vinyl-chess-board.html)-** Chess for the whole family on those cold winter days. This site runs a great Christmas sale in a week or two. - **[Complete Designer Chess Set To Go](https://www.uscfsales.com/chess-sets/design-your-own-chess-set-combination/design-your-own-chess-combo.html)-** Bring everything you need to play regulation chess anywhere you go! - **[Highly Economical Chess Set To Go](https://www.uscfsales.com/chess-sets/design-your-own-chess-set-combination/design-your-own-superior-chess-combo.html)-** Everything you need to bring chess where you go for the thrifty spender! The timers on this site are expensive so you could go with [this one](https://www.amazon.com/CkeyiN-Professional-Digital-Basic-Chess/dp/B00VYDA3EU/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=chess+timer&qid=1575326818&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSDVBWjRNUDVGTktTJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjgyNDgzMk5JNFoyNVNOODFOMyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODQxNzYxM0ZWU0kzMlpDVjJPWSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=) instead of theirs and save even more. - **[Giant Chess](https://www.uscfsales.com/catalog/category/view/s/giant-chess-and-checker-sets/id/1521/)-** Great for the backyard, basement, or garage! - **[Chess Book for Kids](https://www.uscfsales.com/chess-books/beginner-chess-books/chess-tactics-workbook-for-kids.html)-** Great for those interested in reading about the game they love. - **[Solitaire Chess](https://www.amazon.com/ThinkFun-Solitaire-Chess-Version-Nominee/dp/B0032UKQFO)-** This one is really fun for kids to do on their own. The puzzles have been a hit for a lot of our chess students in the past. - [**Harry Potter Chess Set**](https://amzn.to/35VzgHe)- We have a lot of Harry Potter fans here that would love playing chess with this set.   ### Books For the Family: - [**Every Moment Holy, written by Douglas Kaine McKelvey and illustrated by Ned Bustard**](https://www.everymomentholy.com/about/) This book introduces and helps us think about new liturgies for daily life, such as “A Liturgy for Feasting with Friends" or “A Liturgy for the First Hearthfire of the Season.” The author says "These are ways of reminding us that our lives are shot through with sacred purpose even when, and especially when, we are too busy or too caught up in our busyness to notice.”  - [**On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life through Great Books by Karen Swallow Prior and illustrated by Ned Bustard.**](https://karenswallowprior.com/#preorder/) Dr. Prior "takes readers on a guided tour through works of great literature both ancient and modern exploring twelve virtues that philosophers and theologians through history have identified as the most essential for good character and the good life.” This book was named A Best Book of 2018 in Religion by Publishers Weekly.  --- ## Give your children the gift of a classical Christian education at Veritas Academy. 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