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Draw to Learn Bible Study series
Practice drawing by using the Bible…and internalize the Bible by drawing! Each page features a scripture verse, approximately 6.5″ x 7″ box for drawing, and an instructional paragraph that includes drawing directions. For each lesson, children will first read the Bible passage and think about its meaning, secondly read the instructions and think about the drawing, and finally draw their picture. All ages, plastic protector-cover; spiral-bound; 150 pages & 150 lessons. Books include Draw to learn Acts, Draw to lern Proverbs, Draw to learn the Letters of Paul, Draw to Learn the Life of Jesus, Draw to Learn Psalms,
Exploring Economics
This one-semester high school elective will help students to understand the economic terms and issues that have an impact on the United States and US citizens. Emphasizing faith in God and trusting His Word, students will survey Biblical teachings on money and finance, read an overview of the economic history of the United States, discuss economic issues confronting us today, and look at national and world economies on a personal level. Exploring Economics reasserts the importance of the free market system, providing a clear explanation of terms and concepts.
Students will read 75 lessons, as well as a collection of essays in the included reader The Stewardship of God’s Riches. Most lessons feature a reading assignment, a writing assignment or an Econ Lab, which allows the student to get a practical perspective on the material being studied.
Dover and Education.com Captivate and Educate series
Published by Dover, Education.com workbooks offer thematic content to actively engage children and provide them with fun-filled, memorable learning experiences. Each workbook has fun themes, contains a certificate of completion, and has perforated pages for easy removal.
- Workbooks for grades K-5, ages 3-11
- History, math, reading, science, and writing
- Value-priced individually for only $7.99 each, our Elementary Pack has $103 value
Includes the following titles:
Kindergarten: Celebrate the Seasons; Nursery Rhymes & More
1st Grade: Adventures in Writing; Count It
2nd Grade: Fun with Nature; History & Me
3rd Grade: All That Math; Earth & Sky; On the Map USA
4th Grade: Math Mania; Write It Your Way
5th Grade: Your World of Words; All Sorts of Science
Teaching Textbooks Geometry
Teaching Textbooks Geometry Version 2.0 includes 16 chapters and 110 lessons that teach students the fundamental basics of geometry up through more difficult topics such as coordinate geometry, theorems, properties, and postulates. Chapters cover lines and angles, parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, area, solid geometry, non-Euclidean geometries, and more. Problems modeled on questions found in the SAT/ACT are also included to help prepare students for standardized testing.
This applauded geometry curriculum was written specifically for homeschoolers; because Teaching Textbooks doesn’t presuppose a teacher constantly at the student’s side, the student chapters feature clear instructions and employ an easy conversational style of writing before transitioning to more proper terminology. Illustrations, examples and graphs have a hand drawn look to them, and problems often use engaging real life illustrations. Not only is the textbook easy to implement, but there are audiovisual lecture, practice, and solution CDs for every chapter, homework and test problem. Definitions, theories and more have their own reference portion in the back of the text.
Teaching Textbooks Pre-Algebra
Created for the independent, homeschooling student, Teaching Textbooks has helped thousands of high schoolers gain a firm foundation in upper-level math without constant parental or teacher involvement.
Extraordinarily clear illustrations, examples, and graphs have a non-threatening, hand-drawn look, and engaging real life questions make learning pre-algebra practical and applicable. Textbook examples are clear while the audiovisual support includes lecture, practice and solution CDs for every chapter, homework, and test problem. The review-method structure helps students build problem solving skills as they practice core concepts and rote techniques.
Teaching Textbooks’ new Pre-Algebra Version 2.0 edition now includes automated grading! Students watch the lesson on the computer, work a problem in the consumable workbook, and type their answer into the computer; the computer will then grade the problem. If students choose to view the solution, they can see a step-by-step audiovisual solution.
Classical Historian World History
The Classical Historian teaches students to think independently, make decisions, read, write, and speak effectively, AND learn history. The Classical Historian uses a Five Step Method:
1. Students Learn the Tools of the HIstorian.
2. Students are Challenged with Open-Ended Questions.
3. Students Research in a Variety of Secondary and Primary Sources.
4. Students Engage in a Socratic Discussion. 5. Students Write an Analytical Essay.
Curriculum titles for grades 6-9: Ancient History, Medieval History
Curriculum titles for grades 9-12: Modern World, World History: Ancient to Modern, American History from Columbus to the War on Terror.
Online courses also available that utilize this curriculum.
