First textbook in the "Young Explorer Series" from
Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. Elementary-level science curriculum uses the Charlotte Mason methodology to give elementary school students an introduction to our solar system and the universe that contains it. Great as a primary science book or supplemental reference guide. Topics covered include:
- An Intro to Astronomy
- The Sun
- The Planets
- Stars and Galaxies
- Space Travel
- Space Rocks
Narration and notebooking are used to encourage critical thinking, logical ordering, retention, and record keeping. Each lesson is organized with a narrative, some notebook work, at least one activity, and a project. Although designed to be read by the parent to elementary students of various grade level, it is possible for students with a 4th grade reading level to read this book on their own. Christian. Full color pictures and illustrations. Answer key to "Narrative Questions" in the back of the book. Recommended for grades 5-6. 2004 copyright. 8.75 x 11.25 inches. Hard cover. pp.176
This text is also sold as part of the
Exploring Creation: Explorers Six Book Set.
