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Description
This classic Christian biology text, first developed in the 1970's by the Christian Research Society, has been fully updated and revised by Christian Liberty Press for a new generation of high school students. The hardcover text has a fresh, exciting look and features an abundance of full-color photos. 29 chapters cover the scientific method, chemical perspectives in biology, the chemical structure of biological materials, cells, genetics, growth and development, classification systems, fungi, viruses, bacteria, algae, invertebrates, vertebrates, human biology, human reproduction, plant life, plant structure and growth, vascular and non-vascular plants, theories of biological change, similarities of organisms, evolutionary theory and its inability to explain our origins, ecology, the balance of nature, biogeography, conservation, and more. 420 pgs.
By customer request, we have added the Student Laboratory Manual and its corresponding Teacher's Guide. Designed for classroom use, homeschool families may modify experiments for home use. The Student Laboratory Manual contains thorough instructions for experiments along with space for documenting experiments and summary questions. Lab equipment and supplies are necessary for successful implementation of the experiments and needed equipment includes: dissection tools and specimens, a microscope, prepared and blank slides, slide covers, blood testing kits, and a variety of chemicals. Contact our customer service for a complete list of supplies. The Teacher's Guide provides a complete supply list, extension activities, lab objectives, lab preparation and procedures, discussion questions and answers.
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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.