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Science 8 Complete Boxed Set
SKU
000137
ISBN
9780867176612
Grade 8
Traditional
Christian/Religious
Low Teacher Involvement
Visual
Other Materials Required
Sequential
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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.
Our Price
$108.00 
Description
Lifepac Set plus Teacher's Manual. General Science II. Science & Society, The Structure of Matter I, The Structure of Matter II, Health & Nutrition, Energy I, Energy II, Machines I, Machines II, Balance in Nature, Science & Technology.
Publisher's Description of Science 8 Complete Boxed Set
Do you want to teach your homeschooling student physical science, but you're not sure where to start? Don't worry! Alpha Omega Publications has the perfect solution: the LIFEPAC General Science II Set! This comprehensive study of physical science offers ten engaging worktexts with colorful, step-by-step lessons which make learning physical science easy—and fun! In the LIFEPAC General Science II Set your child will focus on the study of health, the structure of matter, energy, and machines. Lesson topics in this Alpha Omega curriculum include: the definition of science, atoms and molecules, acids, bases and salts, health and nutrition, kinetic and potential energy, magnetism, electricity, and much more.
A comprehensive teacher's guide also is included with general teaching resources, detailed teaching notes, answer keys, alternate tests, and a list of equipment needed for experiments! What could be better? Plus, there are plenty of additional learning resources and activities designed to encourage individualization of the program. Student worktexts include daily instruction, review questions, and self tests.
The 8th Grade Science Experiments DVD is a recommended resource not included in this set.
Category Description for LIFEPAC Science Grade 8
Grade 8: General Science II Science &Society, The Structure of Matter I, The Structureof Matter II, Health & Nutrition, Energy I, EnergyII, Machines I, Machines II, Balance in Nature,Science & Technology
Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Boxed Book Set |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 8 |
| Brand: | Alpha Omega Publications |
| ISBN: | 9780867176612 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 9.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 3.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 3.95 |
| Publication Date: | 2004 |
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Reviews
2 Ratings
2 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 25, 2023
Great science curriculum
I love how the lessons are broken down and do- able for my son. I had to switch from another resource that was too overwhelming for my son who struggles with reading. I read passages to him and he records his answersin storage provided. This lifepac is really great.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 27, 2018
Science Grade 8
Loved the content of lessons and overall information.
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Why did you choose this?
We are a Jewish homeschool family. How "Christian" is the science in the Alpha Omega LifePac Science curriculum?
We used it 2 yrs ago, so, as far as I recall: I believe it is definitely “Creation” centered, (as in “God created this beautiful world”) but I don’t remember it being Christ focused. We are Christian, but not “mainstream Christian”, so we have trained our children to recognize and bring to us any questions about doctrine disagreement they find in their school books. I’d guess you have to do the same. They’ll have to learn to discern things this way as they mature and move into the adult world too.
Do I need the science lab kit?
The science lab kit provides the equipment and supplies you need for the labs in the course. You can choose whether or not you do the labs. There is also a DVD that provides videos of the labs - #008548 - http://www.rainbowresource.com/proddtl.php?id=008548.
How long do the lessons take to complete?
The length of the lesson is up to you. Work with a student to determine how many pages a day should be accomplished. Remember that life Lifepacs were designed to be self-paced and lead students into more independent learning and goal setting.
We used this curriculum last year and my child and I both liked it.
my son loves these sets
Looks like a good solid physical science course for my daughter. Her first time to use the lifepacs, I think she will like them. My others have.
We are trying these life pacs because the format seems easy to work with, especially for an independent learner.