Category: Pre K-8 Curriculum
Two full color, illustrated books, are included in the optional Wonders of Energy Read-Aloud Book Pack. These beautiful biographies immerse your children in the lives of two famous scientists enhance your study of energy and are designed for all ages.
Experience the joy of discovery while reading about Michael Faraday, a pioneer in the science of electromagnetism in The Spark by Shannen Yauger (22 pages, 11″x8.5″)
Discover the world of locomotion through the inspiring story of a young African-American train engineer and inventor in The Amazing Mind of Granville Woods by Maggie Felsch (17 pages, 11″x8.5″)
These books are both published by The Good and the Beautiful and are designed to appeal to children in grades K–8. Lessons will prompt students to read these optional books, but they are not integrated into the lessons.
Two full-color, interactive books included in the optional Health and the Physical Body Read-Aloud Book Pack expand learning and provide a fun, engaging addition to your Health and the Physical Body study.
Have you ever caught a cold and wondered what it is, where it came from, how to treat it, and where it goes after you feel better? Learn the answers to these and many more questions in The Story of a Cold. Follow a Finnish girl named Ada who learns firsthand the science behind catching a cold when she herself becomes sick. (32 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)
50 Amazing Facts About Bones is a comprehensive book about bone anatomy and physiology. Full of illustrations, diagrams, sketches, and X-ray images, this book is thorough enough to engage a curious first-time bone explorer and enrich a student’s current skeletal study. (29 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)
These books are all published by The Good and the Beautiful and are designed to appeal to children in grades K–8. Lessons will prompt students when to read these optional books, but they are not integrated with the lessons.
Two full-color, interactive books included in the optional Health and the Physical Body Read-Aloud Book Pack expand learning and provide a fun, engaging addition to your Health and the Physical Body study.
Have you ever caught a cold and wondered what it is, where it came from, how to treat it, and where it goes after you feel better? Learn the answers to these and many more questions in The Story of a Cold. Follow a Finnish girl named Ada who learns firsthand the science behind catching a cold when she herself becomes sick. (32 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)
50 Amazing Facts About Bones is a comprehensive book about bone anatomy and physiology. Full of illustrations, diagrams, sketches, and X-ray images, this book is thorough enough to engage a curious first-time bone explorer and enrich a student’s current skeletal study. (29 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)
These books are all published by The Good and the Beautiful Library and are designed to appeal to children in grades K–8. Lessons will prompt students when to read these optional books, but they are not integrated with the lessons.
Level 7
By Boone Jenkins
Sometimes the impact a person has on the world isn’t seen for years to come, and that was the case with Dr. Daniel Hale Williams. Though faced with discrimination and financial hardship, Dr. Williams pursued a degree to help provide quality medical care for African American people. In July 1893, Doctor Dan’s life changed forever as he found himself facing an enormous decision, one that could end his career and ruin his reputation forever but might just save the life of his ailing patient.
- 54 pages
- Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″
This book is suggested to accompany our Health and the Physical Body science unit as extra reading for students in Grades 7–8.
PDF for self-printing
Each student grades 3–6 needs his or her own copy of the Birds Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities.
- PDF for self-printing
- 36 pages
- Full-color
PDF for self-printing
Each student grades 7–8 needs his or her own copy of the Birds Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities. The grades 7–8 journal also includes a student-directed Lesson Extension for each lesson. These allow your older students to dive deeper into the lesson concepts.
- PDF for self-printing
- 64 pages
- Full-color
50 Amazing Facts About Bones is a comprehensive text about bone anatomy and physiology. Full of illustrations, diagrams, sketches, and X-ray images, this book is thorough enough to engage a curious first-time bone explorer and enrich a student’s current skeletal study. Learn all about bone basics, growth, structure, movement, composition, and healing as you take a look at the incredible human skeleton.
- 29 pages
- Full-color illustrations
- Paperback, perfect binding, 11″x8.5″
This book is an optional read-aloud book for our Health and the Physical Body Science Unit and is included in the optional Read Aloud Book Pack which is suggested to accompany that unit.
Have you ever caught a cold and wondered what it is, where it came from, how to treat it, and where it goes after you feel better? Learn the answers to these and many more questions in this book about a Finnish girl named Ada, who learns firsthand the science behind catching and treating a cold when she herself becomes sick.
- 32 pages
- Full-color illustrations
- Paperback, perfect binding, 11″x8.5″
This book is an optional read-aloud book for our Health and the Physical Body Science Unit and is included in the optional Read Aloud Book Pack which is suggested to accompany that unit.
PDF for self-printing
Each student needs his or her own copy of the 38-page Maturation and Sexual Reproduction Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities. The Student Journal is appropriate for all ages, and no lesson extensions are needed or included with this unit.
- PDF for self-printing
- 38 pages
- Full-color
Each student grades 3–6 needs his or her own copy of the 32-page Ecosystems Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities.
- 32 pages
- Full-color
- Saddle-stitch binding; three-hole punched; perforated; 8.5″x11″
Each student grades 7–8 needs his or her own copy of the 48-page Ecosystems Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities. The grades 7–8 journal also includes a student-directed Lesson Extension for each lesson. These allow your older students to dive deeper into the lesson concepts.
- 48 pages
- Full-color
- Saddle-stitch binding; three-hole punched; perforated; 8.5″x11″
The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Geology science course. Hands-on activities, engaging videos, vocabulary words, beautiful illustrations and images, along with engaging information is found throughout the course. Once you gather any simple lesson supplies, the lessons are open-and-go. Just turn to a lesson and start reading and learning together! This course is taught family-style and only one Course Book is needed per family.
- 112 pages
- Full color
- 14 lessons
- Wire binding; 8.5″x11″
Includes:
The Good and the Beautiful Rocks and Minerals Kit
This kit is incorporated into the course and lessons throughout. Using the testing tools, six minerals, and three rocks included in the kit, lessons will prompt children to observe and test different materials, providing hands-on experiences with geology. Items in the kit include 9 rock or mineral specimens (talc, gypsum, chalcopyrite, fluorite, quartz, aquamarine, igneous: granite, sedimentary: limestone, metamorphic: slate), 1 streak plate, 1 copper nail, and 1 steel nail.
Not for children under 8 years. Use under adult supervision.
⚠️WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Product contains small parts.
Not for children under 3 years. Use under adult supervision.
A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course. Purchase on the Geology Course Set page.
The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Geology science course. Hands-on activities, engaging videos, vocabulary words, beautiful illustrations and images, along with engaging information is found throughout the course. Once you gather any simple lesson supplies, the lessons are open-and-go. Just turn to a lesson and start reading and learning together! This course is taught family-style and only one Course Book is needed per family.
- 112 pages
- Full color
- 14 lessons
- Wire binding; 8.5″x11″
A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course. Purchase on the Geology Course Set page.
NOT INCLUDED: Integrated The Good and the Beautiful Rocks and Minerals Kit which is used throughout the course. Items in the kit include 9 rock or mineral specimens (talc, gypsum, chalcopyrite, fluorite, quartz, aquamarine, igneous: granite, sedimentary: limestone, metamorphic: slate), 1 streak plate, 1 copper nail, and 1 steel nail.
PDF for self-printing
The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Safety science course. Hands-on activities, vocabulary words, engaging information, access to captivating videos, mini books, beautiful illustrations and images, and more are found throughout the course. Once you gather any simple lesson supplies, the lessons are open and go. Just turn to a lesson and start reading and learning together! This course is taught family-style and only one Course Book is needed per family.
- PDF for self-printing
- 60 pages
- Full-color
- 10 lessons
A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course.
Two full-color, interactive books included in the optional Motion and Simple Machines Read-Aloud Book Pack expand learning and provide a fun, engaging addition to your Motion and Simple Machines study.
In Motion in Sports by David Wiseman, you’ll learn what terms like velocity, inertia, force, and friction mean and the important roles they play in many different sports. Along the way, discover tips that will help you enjoy your favorite sports even more. (32 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)
Have you ever wondered how the greatest inventions came to be? From airplanes to dishwashers and mighty locomotives to the tiniest nail, The Story of Invention by David Wiseman explores fun facts and inspiring stories about fifteen of the most life-changing inventions! As you read inventor tips will also help you improve the world through your own creative spirit. (32 pages, full-color, 11”x8.5”)
These books are all published by The Good and the Beautiful Library and are designed to appeal to children in grades K–8. Lessons will prompt students when to read these optional books, but they are not integrated with the lessons.
Two full-color, interactive books included in the optional Motion and Simple Machines Read-Aloud Book Pack expand learning and provide a fun, engaging addition to your Motion and Simple Machines study.
In Motion in Sports by David Wiseman, you’ll learn what terms like velocity, inertia, force, and friction mean and the important roles they play in many different sports. Along the way, discover tips that will help you enjoy your favorite sports even more. (32 pages, full color, 11″x8.5″)
Have you ever wondered how the greatest inventions came to be? From airplanes to dishwashers and mighty locomotives to the tiniest nail, The Story of Invention by David Wiseman explores fun facts and inspiring stories about fifteen of the most life-changing inventions! As you read inventor tips will also help you improve the world through your own creative spirit. (32 pages, full color, 11”x8.5”)
These books are all published by The Good and the Beautiful and are designed to appeal to children in grades 3–8, although younger students may enjoy reading along with older siblings who are completing the science unit. Lessons will prompt students when to read these optional books, but they are not integrated with the lessons.
Level 7
By Jeanne Bendick
Archimedes is one of the greatest thinkers the world has ever known. He invented screws and levers and discovered the law of buoyancy. But what was his life like? Step into the world of Ancient Greece and learn about how Archimedes lived and what led him to make such remarkable discoveries.
- 108 pages
- Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″
This book is suggested to accompany our Motion and Simple Machines Science Unit and expand learning for older students.
Have you ever wondered how the greatest inventions came to be? From airplanes to dishwashers and mighty locomotives to the tiniest nail, The Story of Invention explores fun facts and inspiring stories about fifteen of the most life-changing inventions! As you read, inventor tips will also help you improve the world through your own creative spirit.
- 32 pages
- Full-color illustrations
- Paperback, perfect binding, 11″x8.5″
The Story of Invention is an optional read-aloud book for our Motion and Simple Machines science unit and is included in the optional read-aloud book pack which is suggested to accompany that unit. It is designed to appeal to children in grades 3–8, although younger students may enjoy reading along with older siblings who are completing the science unit.
How does a gymnast stay balanced on a thin balance beam? Why doesn’t a surfer sink into the ocean while on a surfboard? How much force is behind a golfer’s swing? If you’ve ever asked questions like these, you’ll love Motion in Sports! In this book you’ll learn what terms like velocity, inertia, force, and friction mean and the important roles they play in many different sports. Along the way, discover tips that will help you enjoy your favorite sports even more.
- 32 pages
- Full-color photos and illustrations
- Paperback, perfect binding, 11″x8.5″
Motion in Sports is an optional read-aloud book for our Motion and Simple Machines science unit and is included in the optional Motion and Simple Machines Read Aloud Book Pack which is suggested to accompany that unit. It is designed to appeal to children in grades 3–8, although younger students may enjoy reading along with older siblings who are completing the science unit.
This beautiful and academically strong course is filled with connected learning and a simple daily lesson format including enjoyable activities and engaging themes. Course Book 1 guides students through the first half of the Math 6 course.
- 256 pages
- Includes lessons 1–60 of the Math 6 course
- Full color
- Layflat binding; 11″x8.5″
This beautiful and academically strong course is filled with connected learning and a simple daily lesson format including enjoyable activities and engaging themes. Course Book 2 guides students through the second half of the Math 6 course.
- 256 pages
- Includes lessons 61–120 of the Math 6 course
- Full color
- Layflat binding; 11″x8.5″
The Math 6 Answer Key includes answers for both the Math 6 Course Book 1 and Course Book 2.
- 192 pages
- Includes answer key for all pages requiring answers for the whole Math 6 course
- Full color
- Layflat binding; 8.5″x11″