Three engaging books included in the optional Chemistry Read-Aloud Book Pack expand learning and provide a fun, engaging addition to your Chemistry study.

Born in Poland while it was under oppressive Russian rule, Marie Curie overcame incredible obstacles to become the first person to win the Nobel Prize twice. Marie Curie is an enlightening look into the life of one of history’s most prominent and extraordinary scientists. (106 pages, 5.5″x8.5″)

Have you ever wondered what the earth, planets, and stars are made of? You will be taken on a journey through God’s orderly creation, where elements are clearly defined and behave in predictable ways in The Book of Elements by Erin Sprout and Isaac M. Hagenbuch, PhD. (48 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)

In The Story of Alice Ball by Jennifer Lerud, we learn about the incredible woman who discovered a cure for leprosy. (31 pages, full-color, 10″x7″)

These books are all published by The Good and the Beautiful and are designed to appeal to children in grades 5–8, although younger students may enjoy reading along with older siblings who are completing the Chemistry science unit. Lessons will prompt students when to read these optional books, but they are not integrated with the lessons.

Three engaging books included in the optional Chemistry Read-Aloud Book Pack expand learning and provide a fun, engaging addition to your Chemistry study.

Born in Poland while it was under oppressive Russian rule, Marie Curie overcame incredible obstacles to become the first person to win the Nobel Prize twice. Marie Curie is an enlightening look into the life of one of history’s most prominent and extraordinary scientists. (106 pages, 5.5″x8.5″)

Have you ever wondered what the earth, planets, and stars are made of? You will be taken on a journey through God’s orderly creation, where elements are clearly defined and behave in predictable ways in The Book of Elements by Erin Sprout and Isaac M. Hagenbuch, PhD. (48 pages, full-color, 11″x8.5″)

In The Story of Alice Ball by Jennifer Lerud, we learn about the incredible woman who discovered a cure for leprosy. (31 pages, full-color, 10″x7″)

These books are all published by The Good and the Beautiful Library and are designed to appeal to children in grades 5–8. Lessons will prompt students when to read these optional books, but they are not integrated with the lessons.

Level 7/8

By Robin McKown

Born in Poland while it was under oppressive Russian rule, Marie Curie overcame incredible obstacles to become the first person to win the Nobel Prize twice. However, there was far more to her great mind than the work she did with radium and radioactivity. Marie Curie is an enlightening look into the life of one of history’s most prominent and extraordinary scientists.

• 106 pages
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Marie Curie is an optional read-aloud book for our Chemistry science unit and is included in the optional Chemistry Read-Aloud Book Pack which is suggested to accompany that unit.

Have you ever wondered what the earth, planets, and stars are made of? In The Book of Elements, you will be taken on a journey through God’s orderly creation, where elements are clearly defined and behave in predictable ways. We will encounter the periodic table and learn how and why the elements are organized.

• 48 pages
• Full-color photos and illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 10″x7″

The Book of Elements is an optional read-aloud book for our Chemistry science unit and is included in the optional Chemistry 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.

When ten-year-old Alice Ball moved to Hawaii with her family, she had no idea what the future had in store. Her dedication to learning and blessing the lives of others would soon change the world as she instructed students and discovered a cure for leprosy that previously had been unknown. Largely untold for many decades, the true story of this incredible woman is one that should be shared.

• 31 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 7″x10″

The Story of Alice Ball is an optional read-aloud book for our Chemistry science unit and is included in the optional Chemistry Read-Aloud Book Pack which is suggested to accompany that unit. It is designed to appeal to children in grades 5–8, although younger students may enjoy reading along with older siblings who are completing the science unit.

Each student grades 3–8 needs his or her own copy of the 38-page Maturation and Sexual Reproduction Student Journal which includes 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.

• 38 pages
• Full-color
• Saddle-stitch binding; three-hole punched; perforated; 8.5″x11″

PDF for self-printing

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Birds 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.

• PDF for self-printing
• 160 pages
• Full-color

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course.

PDF for self-printing

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Arthropods 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.

• PDF for self-printing
• 72 pages
• Full-color

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course.

PDF for self-printing

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Mammals 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.

• PDF for self-printing
• 144 pages
• Full-color

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course.

Each student grades 3–6 needs his or her own copy of the 36-page 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.

• 36 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 64-page 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.

• 64 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 Mammals 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.

• 144 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 Mammals Course Set page.

The full-color course book guides the parent through each of the 10 lessons in the Arthropods 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.

• 72 full-color pages
• Wire binding; 8.5″x11″

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course. Purchase on the Arthropods Course Set page.

PDF for self-printing

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Weather and Water science course. Hands-on activities, vocabulary words, access to captivating videos, vocabulary words, mini books, 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.

• PDF for self-printing
• 98 pages
• Full-color
• 14 lessons

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course.

PDF for self-printing

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Health and the Human Mind science course. Hands-on activities, vocabulary words, access to captivating videos, mini books, 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. 

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course

Examine the unique way God created our brain and senses in this one-of-a-kind science unit. Engaging, hands-on lessons, awe-inspiring videos, and interactive student journals keep your young scientists active and involved in the learning process.

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the 88-page Health and the Human Mind 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.

• 88 pages
• Full-color
• 12 lessons
• Wire binding; 8.5″x11″

Lesson 1: The Human Mind and Nervous System
Lesson 2: The Brain
Lesson 3: Eyes and Vision
Lesson 4: Ears and Hearing
Lesson 5: Mouth and Taste
Lesson 6: Smell and the Nose
Lesson 7: The Brain Stem
Lesson 8: Memory and Emotions
Lesson 9: Social Health
Lesson 10: Emotional Health
Lesson 11: Connecting with Nature
Lesson 12: Healthy Habits

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course. Purchase on the Health and the Human Mind Course Set page.

The full-color course book guides the parent through each lesson in the Weather and Water 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.

• 98 pages
• Full-color
• 14 lessons
• Wire binding; 8.5″x11″

Lesson 1: Introduction to Weather
Lesson 2: Weather, Climate, and Seasons
Lesson 3: Water and Our World
Lesson 4: The Atmosphere
Lesson 5: Air
Lesson 6: Wind
Lesson 7: The Water Cycle
Lesson 8: Clouds and Weather Fronts
Lesson 9: Rain and Rainbows
Lesson 10: Snow, Sleet, Hail, and Freezing Rain
Lesson 11: Thunder and Lightning
Lesson 12: Severe Weather: Tornadoes and Tropical Cyclones
Lesson 13: Weather Forecasting
Lesson 14: The Beauty and Power of Water

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course. Purchase on the Weather and Water Course Set page.

The full-color course book guides the parent through each lesson in the Chemistry 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 Chemistry Course Set page.