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Description
Updated with fresh content and graphics, Exploring Creation with Zoology provides a wonderful introduction to the “flying creatures of the fifth day”. Beginning with an introduction to zoology, the classification system and nature journals, the book covers a wide range of insects, butterflies, beetles, bugs, birds, and bats. An introduction to paleontology and the pterosaurs is also included. The text contains fourteen chapters that explain scientific concepts thoroughly using a conversational tone. Scattered throughout the chapters are “Explain This” and “Think About This” highlighted areas and end with “What Do You Remember” questions. Chapters include numerous hands-on activities from creating a nature journal, making a butterfly garden, observing insects, making a menagerie, studying air, and much more. Parental supervision is recommended for the activities. The Appendix includes a supply list for each lesson. Supplies use items that are easily sourced including scissors, art supplies, insect net, collection jar with magnifying lid, magnifying glass, mantid egg cases, different color clay, etc. We will be offering the Supply Kit from Nature’s Workshop once it is available for your convenience. Contact us for availability. Also included in the appendices are answer keys to the Do You Remember Questions, and some activities. Pacing for this one-year course is flexible to meet your student or family needs. Purchase of the Text includes access to the Book Extras site on the publisher’s website which offers additional links to learn more. Comparing the 2nd edition to the 1st edition shows similar concepts and textual information, with a significant improvement in the illustrations. Activities are also updated overall, and the chapters have been reorganized. Considering the numerous updates, the 2nd edition is not compatible with the 1st edition.
The optional, Notebooking Journal includes a suggested schedule, brief parent guide, coloring pages, reflection pages, pages to document activities, nature journal pages, “What Do You Remember” review questions, vocabulary review pages, and additional creativity pages. Non-reproducible. The Notebooking Journal is designed for all grade levels, however, helpful information to adapt it to younger students can be found on the publisher website in the Book Extras.
Also available is the optional audio MP-3 CD which offers a reading of the Textbook by author Jeannie Fulbright. The MP3 CD is compatible with MP3 CD players and not a traditional CD player. ~Deanne
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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.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.