Make a graphic showing the two sides of the Thirty Years War and some of the major players using printables from this unit. Play a "running of the bulls" game of tag when learning about Spanish traditions. Make your own set of mathematical pan pipes as you learn about the science of sound. And get a guided tour of Baroque music in a series of activities that explain what made this a whole new movement in music history. Unit 3-6 includes all of this, plus library lists, printables, and links to take you to the web. In each unit you'll find a recommended library list, important background information about each topic, lots of activities to choose from for kids of all ages, and sidebars with a bunch more ideas including Additional Layers, Fabulous Facts, On The Web, Writer's Workshop, Famous Folks, and Teaching Tips. Printable maps and worksheets are included at the end of each unit and may be printed as often as needed for your family or class. These units are made for whole families to learn together and are appropriate for 1st-12th grades. Learn more at www.Layers-of-Learning.com.