Uncover the fields of archaeology and geology through engaging full-color text, fascinating illustrations, worksheets and activities in this unique General Science 2 course! Through ancient ruins, caves, fossils, and geology your student will study the world through a Biblical worldview and discover the handiwork of their Creator as they explore scientific facts, principles, and their application to our lives.
In General Science 2 your student will:
- Create bricks and a teacup, classify rocks, observe erosion, develop research and analysis skills, and more
- Explore geology, caves, fossils, and archaeology
- Discover the climate, geologic processes, and features of caves and karst rocks
- Learn about the different kinds of rocks fossils are found in coal and oil formation
- Investigate how the flood affected fossil formation
- Explore the varied features of the Earth's surface - from plains to peaks
- and so much more!
General Science 2 Curriculum Pack Includes:
General Science 2 Teacher Guide
- Suggested Daily Schedule—saving you time!
- Worksheets
- Quizzes & Tests
- Answer Key
The Cave Book
Explore deep into the hidden wonders beneath the surface as cave expert Dr. Emil Silvestru guides your student on an illuminating and educational journey through the mysterious world of caves. Discover the beautiful formations, thriving ecology, unique animals, and fragile balance of this little-seen ecosystem in caves from around the globe as your student:
- Learns a creationary model of how caves form
- Discovers the history of how caves have been used by humans for shelter and worship
- Creates a stone axe and learns about early tools
- Investigates unusual animals that make caves their home
The Fossil Book
Fossils have fascinated humans for centuries. From the smallest diatoms to the largest dinosaurs, finding a fossil is an exciting and rewarding experience. But where did they come from, and how long have they been around? Your student will discover the answers to this and more as they:
- Begin their own fossil collection
- Learn what kinds of fossils are commonly found, the age of fossils, and how to identify them
- Explore how scientists find and preserve fossils
- Discover how the flood affected fossil formation
- Analyze the difference between evolutionists’ and creationists’ views on fossils
The Geology Book
Rocks firmly anchored to the ground and rocks floating through space fascinate us. Jewelry, houses, and roads are just some of the ways we use what has been made from geologic processes to advance civilization. Your student will discover varied features of the Earth's surface - from plains to peaks as they:
- Learn what really carved the Grand Canyon
- Discover how thick the Earth's crust is
- Explore how sedimentary deposition occurs through water, wind, and ice
- Observe the effects of erosion
- Investigate the powerful effects of volcanic activity
- Analyze radioisotope and carbon dating
The Archaeology Book
The Archaeology Book guides your student on an exciting exploration of history and ancient cultures! They'll learn both the techniques of the archaeologist and the accounts of some of the richest discoveries of the Middle East that demonstrate the accuracy and historicity of the Bible as your student unearths:
- How archaeologists know what life was like in the past
- Why broken pottery can tell more than gold or treasure can
- History of ancient cultures, including the Hittites, Babylonians, and Egyptians
- The early development of the alphabet and its impact on discovery
- The numerous archaeological finds that confirm biblical history
- Why the Dead Sea scrolls are considered such a vital breakthrough
Course Features:
- 30-45 minutes per lesson, 5x per week
- Perforated, 3-hole punched worksheets
- Recommended Grade Level: 7th - 12th
- 1 Year / 1 Credit