Science for Homeschool

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ELEMENTARY SCIENCE FROM APOLOGIA
Exploring Creation with Astronomy By Jeannie Fulbright This wonderful book uses the classical and Charlotte Mason methodology to give elementary school students an introduction to our solar system and the universe that contains it. Narration and notebooking are used to encourage critical thinking, logical ordering, retention, and record keeping. Each lesson in the book is organized with a narrative, some notebook work, an activity, and a project. Although designed to be read by the parent to elementary students of various grade levels, it is possible for students with a 4th-grade reading level to read this book on their own. The book begins with a lesson on the nature of astronomy, and then it covers the major structures of our solar system. Starting with the sun and working towards Pluto, the student will learn details about all nine planets (or is it eight? - your student will have to decide) in the solar system. Along the way, the student will also learn about earth's moon, the asteroid belt, and the Kuiper belt. After that, the student will move outside our solar system and learn about the stars and galaxies that make up God's incredible universe. As you might expect from a book that uses the Charlotte Mason approach, the student notebook is emphasized in every lesson. Students are told to make illustrations for each lesson and are given notebook assignments to reinforce what they have learned. Notebook assignments include making a mnemonic phrase to remember the order of the planets in the solar system, making a comic strip called "A Day on Venus," making a advertisement to sell the earth, and writing a play about the discovery of Uranus. The hands-on activities and projects use easy-to-find household items and truly make the lessons come alive! As with the Apologia Jr. & Sr. High courses, a creationist world view is stressed throughout. Time and time again, God is glorified as the Master Creator of all that the students are studying. In addition, sections entitled "Creation Confirmation" provide evidence for young-earth creationism in the context of the topic that the students are studying. It is recommended that you spend the entire year covering this book, devoting approximately two sessions per week to the course. The sessions will be something like 30 minutes to an hour, depending on exactly what you are doing on that day.
Retail: $35.00	Your Cost: $27.95
Exploring Creation with Botany Organized and written in the same style as her book on Astronomy, the book begins with a lesson on the nature of botany and the process of classifying plants. It then discusses the development of plants from seeds, the reproduction processes in plants which make seeds, the way plants make their food, and how plants get their water and nutrients and distribute them throughout the body of the plant. As students study these topics, they also learn about many different kinds of plants in Creation and where these plants belong in the plant classification system. Hands-on activities and projects include making a "light hut" in which to grow plants, dissection of a bean seed, growing seeds in plastic bags to watch the germination process, making a leaf skeleton, and more. It is recommended that you spend the entire year covering this book, devoting approximately two sessions per week to the course. The sessions will be something like 30 minutes to an hour, depending on exactly what you are doing on that day. Please note that many of the activities and projects in this book are long-term projects whose results can take several days to observe. Thus, you will have to be flexible in how you schedule your time.
Retail: $35.00	Your Cost: $27.95
Exploring Creation with Zoology Part 1: The Flying Creatures of the Fifth Day by Jeannie Fulbright This book is organized and written exactly like Jeannie’s other books. The only thing that is different is the subject matter! In this book, your children will begin exploring the dynamics of flight and animal classification, understanding why the design we see in these incredible creatures points us to our Creator God. Then, get ready for the exciting adventure of learning about birds. Your children will learn how to attract various bird species to your yard and identify them by looking at their special physical characteristics, diverse nests, and interesting domestic practices. They will also learn the anatomy and the glorious design that enables birds to do remarkable things. The text contains actual experiments on the preferences and habits of the birds your children see. These experiments further enrich the learning experience. After becoming amateur ornithologists, your children will explore the world of chiropterology, which is the study of bats. They will be able to intelligently share with others the value of bats in our world while exposing the misconceptions that most people have regarding these docile creatures of the night. Your children will then investigate entomology, the study of insects. They will learn to scientifically classify insects they find in their yard by a simple glance at their wings and other important characteristics. In addition to designing experiments with flies, crickets, darkling moths, and caterpillars, they will also learn how to attract and catch insects for scientific study. When your children complete this study of zoology, they will never view nature in the same way again. Their eyes will be open to the different species that live in their midst, enjoying and understanding nature to the fullest. Vacations will become educational experiences as they notice birds and insects inhabiting the areas they visit. By learning to keep a field journal, they will be able to notice unusual circumstances or sudden increases in bird or insect populations. They will become true scientists as they come to know nature and the fascinating world that God created.
Retail: $35.00	Your Cost: $27.95
Exploring Creation with Zoology Part 2: The Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day by Jeannie Fulbright In this book, your children will enjoy learning about swimming creatures and other life forms found in our rivers and oceans. Some of the creatures to be studied are whales and dolphins, seals, manatees, sea turtles, snakes, salamanders, the plesiosaurus and other water dinosaurs, fish, sharks, crustaceans, mollusks, corals, and more. Just like the other books in this series, Zoology 2 includes lots of hands-on science projects, assignments and comprehension questions. Student's keep notebooks of their observations - creating their very own record of learning. Grades 2-6.
Retail: $35.00	Your Cost: $27.95
Signs and Seasons - Understanding The Elements Of Classical Astronomy by Jay Ryan Signs & Seasons is an introduction to “Classical Astronomy,” the traditional, historical approach to the sky, as had been practiced from ancient times. The biblical basis for astronomy is emphasized, that the Sun, Moon and stars were created “for signs and seasons, days and years.” (Genesis 1:14) Topics include the phases of the moon, learning the constellations, why the length of daylight changes with the seasons and how to identify the visible planets. The text is lavishly illustrated with over 400 drawings, several per page, that make clear the visual appearances of the sky. Signs & Seasons includes extensive quotations from Scripture and also classic authors of ancient, medieval, and early modern times. Forty pages of Field Activities are included to give practical instruction and to document hours for high school credit. Though created as a homeschool science curriculum, targeted at students ages 10 and up, parents and other adult readers will also enjoy Signs & Seasons for their own enlightenment, to appreciate how "the heavens declare the glory of God." (Psalm 19:1) (from the back over) Astronomy is the most ancient science. Throughout all history, people have told time and found direction from the Sun, Moon and stars. This is the purpose for which the LORD created the celestial bodies - for Signs & Seasons, and Days and Years (Genesis 1:14). Lavishly illustrated and extensively quoting ancient sources, Signs & Seasons teaches the traditional, biblical basis for timekeeping and navigation. Topics include: the Phases of the Moon and the Passage of the Seasons; finding the Traditional Constellations and identifying the Visible Planets; how our Calendar is based on the Sun and Moon, and how the times of Passover and Easter are derived from their cycles. Importantly, Signs & Seasons sets the record straight about supposed “pagan influences” in astronomy, and offers challenging biblical explanations that distinguish the legitimate science of astronomy from the ancient superstition of astrology. Signs & Seasons also includes 40 pages of Field Activities, that enable homeschoolers to document work hours for High School Credit, or for adult-assisted activities with younger students. Read Signs & Seasons and rediscover your forgotten astronomical heritage!
	Your Cost: $39.99
Christian Kids Explore Biology This user-friendly, unabashedly Christian, one-year science curriculum for elementary students includes teaching lessons, gorgeous coloring pages, hands-on time, memorization lists, review sheets, creative writing assignments, and an awesome supplemental book list! Written for 3rd through 6th graders, it can easily be scaled down for younger students, making this an excellent choice for teaching all your elementary-aged kids together. The schedule of 35 weekly lessons calls for teaching twice weekly, allowing a family time for projects, exploration of resource books, field trips, etc. The conversational style gives students the basic information they need, making this an ideal first course in life science. Those following the classical approach will appreciate the strong emphasis on written work in the form of student notebooks.
Retail: $34.95	Your Cost: $28.95
Christian Kids Explore Chemistry Exploring chemistry is an exciting adventure -- and chemistry gives us a glimpse into the wonders of God's creation. Unlock the mystery of chemistry with this series of 30 easy-to-understand lesons for grades 4 - 8. Each lesson helps develop a progressive understanding of chemistry that will build confidence. This is a solid course covering chemistry terms, notations, and rules! It is definitely for upper elementary and middle school students. Hands-on activities and experiments use items found around the house and the author does a great job of letting you know what you'll need before each of the 5 units. As the mother of a budding chemist, I have been looking for a solid, yet age appropriate chemistry course and I'm pleased to share this great find with you!
Retail: $29.95	Your Cost: $24.95
NEW - Christian Kids Explore Earth and Space The third installment in this well-written science series, this course breaks our universe into manageable bites, offering units about Earth and its structure, the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and weather, as well as a unit investigating the universe and its components. The 24 lessons and six unit reviews present the material in an easy-to-teach manner. Students are encouraged to keep a science notebook as they learn. Hands-on activities include building a model of Earth and its layers, using eggs to understand plate tectonics, and simulating a volcanic eruption. Christian Kids Explore Earth and Space guides your journey as you dive into the wonder of our universe. It seems that with each addition to the Christian Kids Explore series, the publisher just keeps making them better and better! I highly recommend this series for those who want a less "textbook" approach, but still desire structure in their program. You can do science 2 days per week and complete this course in a year. Geared for grades 3 - 6, there are suggestions for including younger students. I believe that by adding a bit of extra reading, the material is sufficiently challenging for middle school students as well.
Retail: $29.95	Your Cost: $24.95
NEW - Christian Kids Explore Physics The fourth installment in this well-written science series, this course takes an interesting and challenging subject and breaks it into manageable and fun topics. The universe that we live in is the result of God’s thoughtful design and careful building. Physics gives us a glimpse into the materials, laws, and structures of that universe. Behold the wonders of creation with this series of 30 easy-to-understand lessons for grades 4-8. Each lesson helps develop an understanding of matter and energy and the rules they follow. Exploring physics is an exciting adventure!
Retail: $34.95	Your Cost: $28.95
Life Science with Real Books -- Plants, Animals and the Human Body By Susan Marra Finally an easy-to-use guide for using living books to study Life Science! Written for elementary students, this guide is so much more than just a list of books. Susan provides creation versus evolution information, discovery questions to aid in oral or written work, vocabulary words, writing and discussion ideas, activities and experiments that require materials you already have around the house, and much more! There are many different book titles (fiction and nonfiction) suggested for each area of study, so you are sure to be able to find what you need at your local library. Three of the resources the author refers to often (Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation, It Couldn't Just Happen, and Biology for Every Kid) are listed below.
Retail: $24.95	Your Cost: $20.95
Biology for Every Kid by Janice VanCleave Through hands-on experimentation and discovery, kids learn fascinating facts about biology, the study of living organisms. Each of the 101 experiments is broken down into its purpose, a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and an easy to understand explanation. This book is an excellent supplement for Christian Kids Explore Biology and is also referred to often in Life Science with Real Books (listed below).
Retail: $12.95	Your Cost: $10.95
Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation by Dennis Petersen This text contrasts the biblical case for origins with the evolutionary view and helps beginners and scholars alike to build a worldview that is deined by Scripture and enhanced by tangible discoveries. It is an engaging book, filled with wonderful photos and illustrations!
Retail: $34.99	Your Cost: $28.99
It Couldn't Just Happen by Lawrence O. Richards Daily, our young people are bombarded by the media and public schools with the Theory of Evolution. It's up to us as parents and teachers to tell our children the truth about the creation of our world. The book offers solid, biblical answers to some of the tough questions kids ask about evolution and our world. Give them real answers that prove God's existence!
Retail: $14.95	Your Cost: $10.95
Giant Science Resource This is an INCREDIBLE resource - great whether you're teaching one or a bunch! Every page in this book is reproducible for your family or class if teaching in a co-op situation. Organized by science disciplines -- life science, physical science, space science, and environmental science. The reproducibles vary from charts, forms and graphic organizers to cut & paste activities -- over 296 ready-to-go resources! This makes a great to supplement your science curriculum OR just add some books from the library, get a three-ring binder and create a great science study via the notebook method! This is a particularly good resource to use with living books or with the other science titles we carry. (There are a few references to evolution, but we chose to overlook them and use the resources with our Creation science studies.)
Retail: $24.95	Your Cost: $19.95
Considering God's Creation This is a complete science curriculum that covers a broad span of topics and grade levels with easy-to-follow and comprehensive lesson plans. It may be used as a one-year course or as a supplement to other programs. We have chosen to use this solid program to supplement whatever topic we are studying - this suits our use of notebooks so well! The Student Workbook and Teacher Manual (sold as a set) incorporate vocabulary words and their definitions, activities and experiments, Bible verses that tie science with God's word, 150 reproducible pages so students can create their own fascinating science notebook, "evolution stumpers", review questions, and crossword puzzles to reinforce what has been studied. A CD with 23 original songs teaching about God's creation is also included in the set. Grades 2-7
	Your Cost: $29.95
Dinosaurs Genesis & the Gospel DVD Join Ken Ham and Buddy Davis of Answers In Genesis for this fun video on DVD. Kids learn that God created animals, including dinosaurs, on Day 6 of creation week. But did these "terrible lizards" actually roam the earth with Adam? Did T. rex dine on fruits and vegetables? Could dinosaurs have actually fit on the Ark? Kids get answers to these questions and more in the lively, entertaining video. The DVD Set also includes several bonus features - Buddy's popular songs and even an important talk for parents with Ken Ham. There is also a fun review "test" with Buddy and Casey the dog and a free discussion guide is included as well.
Retail: $14.95	Your Cost: $10.95
It All Begins in Genesis - TEACHER'S EDITION by Sheila Richardson It all begins with Genesis-Learning to think biblically about the world has 34 information-packed and biblically sound lessons covering Genesis 1-11. It is ideal for use with ages 10-14 in class settings and homeschools. *The teacher's edition includes notes, activity ideas, and all pages from the student workbook. Also includes free* “how to” DVD and 1 student workbook. Please note: this curriculum does require teacher-student interaction. We also recommend (along with the author) that you occassionally watch one of the wonderful DVDs from the "Answers With Ken Ham" Series available directly from Answers in Genesis. This is a wonderful creation science text with an emphasis on recognizing how to view the world around us with "Biblical glasses". We used this curriculum this year with a small group of 7th - 9th grade students and learned SO much!** This study is available in the KJV and NAS/NIV editions. We have chosen to carry the NAS/NIV versions on our website.
Teacher's Set Retail: $59.99	Your Cost: $49.99
Extra Student Book Retail: $9.99	Your Cost: $8.99