The Living Renaissance: Art, Invention and Discovery

A Hands-On Homeschool Curriculum. Step into a time when artists painted masterpieces, explorers sailed beyond the edge of the known world, and inventors began changing everyday life. The Living Renaissance: Art, History, and Discovery brings this fascinating era to life through hands-on learning, creativity, and exploration. Designed especially for homeschool families and co-ops, this curriculum moves beyond worksheets and textbooks to immerse students in the ideas, discoveries, and culture of the Renaissance. Students will learn about the people, places, and innovations that shaped this remarkable period while engaging in activities that encourage curiosity, teamwork, and creativity. Inside this curriculum students will explore: • The rise of Renaissance cities and trade • Humanism and new ways of thinking • Renaissance food, clothing, and daily life • Exploration, maps, and navigation • Famous artists including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo • Architecture, music, and theater • Scientists and thinkers who changed the world • Inventions that transformed everyday life Throughout the year, students will participate in immersive learning experiences such as: • A Renaissance Feast prepared together • A Student Art Gallery • A Young Merchants Market craft fair • A Renaissance Inventors Fair Designed for ages 6–13, this curriculum works beautifully with mixed-age groups and encourages students to learn through discovery, movement, art, and hands-on projects. Perfect for homeschool families, outdoor learning groups, and co-ops, The Living Renaissance invites students to step into history and experience the Renaissance as a time of creativity, curiosity, and wonder.