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America in the World Wars: Spies, Secrets and Stories
Live course taught by Christopher Martin for Summer 2026 Middle School, Grade School American History
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Designed for grade school students, but upper level students are welcome, with additional homework.
Summary

Discover the exciting stories from Americans who lived through the World Wars!

Course Description: As America grew, the world headed for war, twice! This class tells not only how America navigated both World Wars, but also the stories of Americans who met the challenges, both at home and at war. We study Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Alvin York, Charles Lindbergh, Franklin Roosevelt, Guy Gabaldon, and Audie Murphy.

Instructor: Christopher Martin, PhD

Special notes

Note to Parents: Due to the young ages of grade school students, we expect that you will accompany your child at all times while he or she is online, which includes attending live classes alongside your student. This will also help you assist your student with homework where necessary or help your student contact the teacher with questions. If you miss a live class, make sure to watch the recording with your student as well. Thank you for your support!

Total classes

8

Class dates

Monday - Thursdays, June 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, and 11, 2026.

Starting time

1:00 PM Eastern (noon Central; 11:00 Mountain; 10:00 Pacific)

Duration

30 minutes

Prerequisites

None

Suggested grade level

Designed for grade school students, but upper level students are welcome, with additional homework.

Suggested credit

2/3 semester of American history

Outline

Course Outline:     

Classes 1-4: WWI and the Jazz Age

Classes 4-8: Depression and WWII

Materials

  •         Top Secret Files: World War I, by Stephanie Bearce. ISBN-10: ‎ 1618212419                     https://amzn.to/3IqEiEN

             Top Secret Files: World War II, by Stephanie Bearce. ISBN-10 ‏: ‎ 1618212443                     https://amzn.to/4gNZCAJ

Homework

  • Students will complete 2 activities of their choice from the activity book.

  • Daily, optional review quizzes based on classroom lectures and discussions.

Fees

Fee: For all 8 classes: $109 if you register on or before April 15; $129 if you register after April 15. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $25 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.)

Course name
America in the World Wars: Spies, Secrets and Stories
Instructor
Christopher Martin
Semester
Summer 2026
Meeting days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Category
History ➤ American History
Grade levels
Middle School, Grade School
Monitor
Sharon Szafasz
Start time
June 1st, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Course type
Live
Price
$129
Seats available
25 seats available
Seats remaining
13 seats remaining
Relative due dates
Relative due dates are disabled for this course.
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Christopher Martin
chrisgooverthere@yahoo.com

Christopher Martin teaches history and theology. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of History at both Southern New Hampshire University and Antelope Valley College. He holds BA degrees in History and Theology from Christendom College (2007); an MA in History from National University (2012); and a Ph.D. in History from CGU (2018). He has been with Homeschool Connections since 2017, and teaching since 2012. He lives in California, with his wife and three sons. Together, they love to hike and travel.

Dr. Martin believes strongly that history is far more important than we typically assume, and also that it is a lot more entertaining. His classes are therefore both serious, and fun, making sure to cover the essential developments of past events, but also, coloring and animating the past with stories and anecdotes that make them come alive.

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Sharon Szafasz

Sharon was born and raised in the Midwest. In 2017 Sharon and her family moved to sunny Arizona. She enjoys the warmer weather, mountains, and the beauty of the west. She enjoys visiting National parks, hiking, getting together with friends, and spending time with her family.  She and her husband homeschooled their children. Sharon enjoys being a class monitor for Homeschool Connections. "Every day is a new experience and a chance to learn something new! I love our Catholic faith and feel so blessed to be able to begin each class with prayer, and with faith-filled teachers and students."