Teaching through the lens of Scripture, BJU Press Science is
thoroughly Christian and includes evidence in support of young earth
creationism and helps students recognize the inconsistencies in the theory of
evolution, particularly at the upper grade levels. Vital to the program are
the student activities, or labs. The scientific method is emphasized as
children participate in hands-on activities and experiments throughout the
curriculum. The junior high and high school levels are full-blown laboratory
science courses, complete with a separate lab manual.
Elementary levels teach earth and space science, life
science, and physical science at grade level using age appropriate language and
graphics. The Secondary levels teach one branch of science over the course of
the year and provide a greater focus on the evaluation of science and its
relationship to Scripture. Textbooks and consumable activity manuals
are soft cover. Teacher Editions include reduced student pages, lesson
plans, teacher instruction and answers to discussion questions. Activity or
Lab Manuals are consumable and include worksheets, activities and labs.
Answers to the activity/lab manuals, and the tests are found in their
corresponding teacher manuals. Home School Kits contain all print
resources necessary to teach one student. Supplemental supply kits are
available.
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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.
