I was first introduced to The Handbook of Nature Study when I learned about Charlotte Mason’s philosophy. It’s a huge, information-packed book and can be used for years, either as a curriculum or as reference material. Besides scientific knowledge, the book includes bits of history, poetry, and fun. It is, to my knowledge, the best […]
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Review: Apologia High School Science
My review of the Apologia high school science series is up at The Curriculum Choice. A question has come up since I prepared this review: “Since the advanced courses are AP level, at what point has a student finished a ‘normal’ grade 12 course?” I’ll be working on that in the next while, and will […]
Guest Review: Exploring the World of Chemistry by John Hudson Tiner
“Chemistry is an amazing branch of science that affects us every day, yet few people realize it, or even give it much thought. Without chemistry, there would be nothing made of plastic, there would be no rubber tires, no tin cans, no televisions, no microwave ovens, or something as simple as wax paper.” Exploring the […]
Nature Study
I’ve always wanted my children to do nature study. They spend a lot of time outside; are familiar with flowers, trees, and weeds; know about different kinds of butterflies and birds; watch clouds and even predict the weather; and notice all sorts of things in woods and streams. But it never seems like real nature […]
Review: Advanced Chemistry in Creation, Second Edition
Do you want your children to learn Advanced Chemistry at home? Are you interested in a textbook that is written for homeschooled students, does not require the parent to know chemistry, and has extensive support? Do you want your children to learn science from a former professor who loves God? If so, Apologia’s Advanced […]