Science Shepherd Life Science 3 Book Set (2nd Edition)

Name: Science Shepherd Life Science 3 Book Set (2nd Edition)
SKU: 077202
Price: 71.25 USD

SKU

077202

ISBN

9798992106077

Grade 7-9

Traditional

Christian/Religious

Low Teacher Involvement

Multi-Sensory

Other Materials Required

Teaching Method

Traditional

Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.

Charlotte Mason

A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.

Classical

A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).

Unit Study

A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.

Montessori (Discovery)

A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.

Other

Other methodologies

Religious Content

Secular

Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).

Neutral

Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.

Christian/Religious

Faith-based or including instructional religious content.

Learning Modality

Auditory

Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.

Visual

Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.

Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)

Learns through moving, doing and touching.

Multi-Sensory

Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.

Presentation

Sequential

Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.

Spiral

Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.

Conceptual/Topical

Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.

Teacher Involvement

Low Teacher Involvement

Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.

Medium Teacher Involvement

A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.

High Teacher Involvement

Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.

Additional Materials Required

No other materials needed

Everything you need is included.

Other Materials Required

There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.

Other Materials Optional

There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.

Consumable

Designed to be written in; not reusable.

Non-Consumable

Not designed to be written in; reusable.

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Science Shepherd Life Science 3 Book Set (2nd Edition)

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Our Price

$71.25

Product Overview

Important

Returnable within 60-days of purchase. Non-returnable. Is, or contains, a digital item.

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Supplies List 1

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Test 1

Description

Written for self-directed learning, students learn the characteristics and chemistry of life, cells, DNA, heredity, evolution and creation, scientific classification, human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and earth science (ecology). Set components include the softcover, colorfully-illustrated softcover Textbook, Answer Key/Parent Companion with a 36-week schedule, answers to study questions/tests, and chapter summaries. A test booklet is also included.

Publisher's Description of Science Shepherd Life Science 3 Book Set (2nd Edition)

The 3-Book Set for our Life Science curriculum for middle school. Includes everything you need to get started; a Textbook, Answer Key & Parent Companion, and Test Booklet.

Developed by physician and homeschool dad Scott Hardin, MD, Science Shepherd's Life Science homeschool curriculum is a robust yet easy-to-learn life science-based program for middle school. Life Science can also be used as an introductory science course for high school students who have not received a lot of science exposure. The curriculum integrates with optional video lessons, workbook, and lab material. With the supplementary teacher information included in the Answer Key & Parent Companion, parents can be involved in their student's learning without needing to be a science expert.

Category Description for Science Shepherd Life Science (Gr. 7-9)

Maintaining the rigor and clarity we have come to expect from Science Shepherd, Life Science 2nd Ed. features beautiful new graphics and updated technical terms to align with current standards. Written for self-directed learning, students learn the characteristics and chemistry of life, cells, DNA, heredity, evolution and creation, scientific classification, human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and earth science (ecology). Components include the softcover, colorfully-illustrated Textbook, Answer Key/Parent Companion with a 36-week schedule, answers to study questions/tests, and chapter summaries. A test booklet is also available.

Taught by Dr. Scott Hardin, the Life Science DVDs provide 110 video lessons for 20+ hours of teaching support. Following the 36-week schedule found in the answer key and parent companion, the video lessons provide comprehensive teaching from the 2nd Edition Life Science textbook to help your student better understand God's creation. Also included are the online chapter review quizzes to help promote subject mastery. Quizzes are automatically scored and can be repeated as much as necessary to ensure mastery. Students (and parents!) will appreciate this additional support that equips student's for independent learning.

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