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Dynamic Christian Living: Basics of the Christian Life Student Manual
SKU
058789
ISBN
9781595572868
Grade 8-9
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Charlotte Mason
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Description
Written from the perspective that spiritual growth has five essential stages, this yearlong study covers the basics of Christian living with the engaging, in-depth studies we have come to expect from Positive Action for Christ. Beginning with salvation and our new birth, consequent chapters explore the Bible as the inspired Word of God along with the intrinsic value of daily study, developing a prayer life, telling others about Jesus, and glorifying Christ in our daily lives.
Consumable softcover Student Manual contains Scriptures for memorization and reporting sheet, teacher lesson outlines, brief explanations and inductive study questions designed to challenge students to "dig into" God's Word. .
The Teacher Manual on CD contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three-, four-, or five- day per week Bible classes, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, weekly quizzes and unit tests-answer keys included, and reduced student pages with answers. Although targeted for upper middle and high school, this could be an excellent resource for a new believer at any age. ~ Deanne.
Publisher's Description of Dynamic Christian Living: Basics of the Christian Life Student Manual
This academic Bible curriculum introduces essential Christian doctrines to middle schoolers, challenging them to study God's character and respond to His Word. At this age, your students face growing personal responsibilities and increasingly complex questions about their beliefs. This study can help your students appreciate the structure of the Christian faith"its simple truths, the vast wisdom underneath, and the knowable yet incomprehensible Person holding it all together.
Lessons fall under five main units:
- Unit 1: Birth - Salvation
- Unit 2: Growth - Scripture
- Unit 3: Breath - Prayer
- Unit 4: Communication - Witnessing and Discipleship
- Unit 5: Behavior - Daily Living
The fourth edition includes unit tests, a heavily revised final unit (Lessons 28 - 35), and a host of improvements based on teacher feedback.
- Student Work"thought-provoking inductive Bible study that challenges students to grow closer to God through His Word
- Engaging Design"printed softbound, reference-style workbook includes original artwork and study activities on 7x9" pencil-friendly pages
- Notes from the Teacher's Lesson"fill-in-the-blank outlines and graphics that correspond to the Teacher's Manual
Category Description for Positive Action For Christ Bible Curriculum (Gr. Pk-12)
I can see why we have had multiple requests for this Bible curriculum. Originally written for Christian schools, the popularity of this curriculum has continued to grow in other countries as well as in the United States. They now make their materials available for homeschool as they strive to teach the child's heart as well as the head.
Category Description for Dynamic Christian Living (Grades 8-9)
Written from the perspective that spiritual growth has five essential stages, this yearlong study covers the basics of Christian living with the engaging, in-depth studies we have come to expect from Positive Action for Christ. Beginning with salvation and our new birth, consequent chapters explore the Bible as the inspired Word of God along with the intrinsic value of daily study, developing a prayer life, telling others about Jesus, and glorifying Christ in our daily lives. Consumable softcover Student Manual contains Scriptures for memorization and reporting sheet, teacher lesson outlines, brief explanations and inductive study questions designed to challenge students to "dig into" God's Word.The Teacher Manual is now in a 3-ring binder and contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three, four, or five days per week, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, weekly quizzes and unit tests, answer keys, and reduced student pages with answers. Reproducible quizzes and tests cover materials from both the Teacher's Manual and the Student text, and may include short answer, multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short essay. Although targeted for upper middle and high school, this could be an excellent resource for a new believer at any age. ~ Deanne
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Positive Action for Christ |
| Grades: | 8-9 |
| ISBN: | 9781595572868 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 7.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.1 |
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