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U.S. History & Literature-Based Homeschool Curriculum

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Explore the depths of U.S. History with this comprehensive literature-based homeschool curriculum, designed to immerse students in the captivating story of the United States. From the Mayflower to modern times, students will engage with key events, influential figures, and important debates that have shaped the nation.

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Delve Into U.S. History

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This U.S. History curriculum offers a thrilling journey through time, where students will:

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Experience pivotal moments in U.S. history, from early colonization to present-day events.
Examine the people, events, and debates that have molded the United States.
Celebrate those who fought for freedom and justice, while critically evaluating the country’s missteps through multiple perspectives.

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Virtual Platform for Enhanced Learning

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For added flexibility, the curriculum offers an optional online platform. This virtual tool provides students with access to reading schedules, assessments, and instant auto-grading results. Parents can track progress, review student work, and customize assessments, all from a computer or mobile device. Virtual courses must be started within 6 months of purchase, and students have 12 months from their start date to complete the course.

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History & Geography Integration

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This curriculum includes a variety of engaging and informative books that offer critical insights into U.S. history, such as Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story, The Watsons Go to Birmingham, and Iron Rails, Iron Men, and the Race to Link the Nation. These texts, along with others like Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule and Which Way to the Wild West?, provide students with a rich historical context through interesting narratives, photos, and illustrations. Additional details are provided in the Parent and Student Guides to deepen understanding and offer a balanced view of historical events.

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Literature & Language Arts

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Designed to complement the history material, the Literature & Language Arts portion of the curriculum includes classic works like Huckleberry Finn, The Tempest, and Fever 1973. These literary treasures foster writing skills, vocabulary expansion, cultural literacy, and critical thinking. The Language Arts guide aligns closely with the literature, helping students develop analytical and creative writing abilities while exploring meaningful ideas, characters, and situations.

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Required Resources

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To help organize the course materials, students will need two 3” binders with tabs to keep the Parent and Student Guides together. Additionally, the Timeline Book is a required resource for the curriculum.

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Perfect for any homeschool student, this U.S. History & Literature-Based Homeschool Curriculum provides a well-rounded educational experience that blends historical study with literary exploration, fostering a love for learning and critical thinking.

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U.S. History

Delve Into The Depths of U.S History
‚Ä¢Live the thrilling story of the U.S, from the Mayflower to modern times.
‚Ä¢Examine events, people and debates that have molded the United States.
‚Ä¢Cheer on the events and people who stood for freedom and justice ... and evaluate the country‚Äôs missteps with multiple views.

History & Geography

With multiple books that offer critical and readable text like Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story, The Watsons Go to Birmingham, and Iron Rails, Iron Men and the Race to Link the Nation, this level shows the great events and small happenings that coalesce into the story of our nation with interesting text, photos, and illustrations. Several other great books make up the history portion such as Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule, Which Way to the Wild West? and more. You‚Äôll also find that we include supplemental notes in the Parent and Student Guides with additional details to help balance out points made in the books.

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Virtual

An optional online platform that enables students to access their reading schedules, take assessments, and receive instant auto-grading results. Parents can track and review student work, customize assessments, and message students directly from a computer or mobile device. A Virtual course includes 1 student + 1 parent/teacher account. Virtual courses MUST be started within 6 months of purchase. You will have 12 months from the time of your start date to complete the course.

Required Resources

(Purchase once.)
Required Resources include two 3‚Äù Binders w/ Tabs (to keep your Parent and Student Guides organized all in one place) and The Timeline Book.

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BookShark Virtual U.S. History & Literature Seat offers the virtual courses for High School (Ages 14-18) without the physical Instructor Guides and books. This is ideal for those who already have High School U.S. IG's and its books and are wanting to use it again for another child. Contains courses (seats) for History & Literature option. Please note your student will need all the literature (books) used throughout the year. If you need to purchase the required literature, you may be interested in our U.S. History and Literature Package. See the customize tab to add any additional consumables. Virtual Seat includes 1 student + 1 teacher account.

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BookShark Virtual U.S. Historical Literature & Language Arts Seat offers the virtual courses for High School (Ages 14-18) without the physical Instructor Guides and books. This is ideal for those who already have High School U.S. IG's and its books and are wanting to use it again for another child. Contains courses (seats) for Literature & Language Arts option. Please note your student will need all the literature (books) used throughout the year. If you need to purchase the required literature, you may be interested in our U.S. Historical Literature & Language Arts Package. See the customize tab to add any additional consumables or math worksheets. Virtual Seat includes 1 student + 1 teacher account.

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Homeschool Biology Curriculum Bundle

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Engage your student in hands-on learning with this comprehensive homeschool biology curriculum bundle, designed to build curiosity and foster scientific exploration. This full-year science curriculum includes nine Launch-level Science Unlocked kits that will guide your student through a year of exciting biology experiments and real-world applications.

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Complete Homeschool Biology Curriculum Bundle

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The Biology Science Curriculum bundle provides everything you need for a full year of biology education, including:

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Full-colored student workbook
Student assessments to track progress
All necessary supplies and equipment for experiments
Real-world applications to reinforce learning

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Ideal for Homeschooling Parents and Teachers

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No prior teaching or science experience is needed! This curriculum is designed to make homeschooling science easy and engaging. With detailed teacher guides, you will be equipped to support your student through:

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Context and answers to student questions
Options for including children of different ages and abilities
Step-by-step experiment instructions
Lesson planning timeline for structured learning

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Biology Science Curriculum Units

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The Science Unlocked Homeschool Biology Curriculum includes three in-depth units:

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Unit 1: Adaptations & Ecosystems (3 Kits)

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Ancient Organisms - Explore fossils and how they help us understand ancient and modern organisms.
Game of Survival - Learn about natural selection through a survival game.
Unintended Consequences - Investigate the impact of ecosystem services and study invasive species.

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Unit 2: Biochemical Processes (2 Kits)

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Breathing Without Air - Understand how energy and matter cycle through organisms and ecosystems during respiration.
Revenge of the Synth - Discover the biochemistry of photosynthesis and study unique photosynthetic organisms.
Chasing Equilibrium - Explore osmosis and diffusion through hands-on experiments.

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Unit 3: DNA & Genetics (3 Kits)

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Cats and Chromosomes - Learn the genetic basis of unique traits through Punnett squares and pedigrees.
Crack the Code - Use genetics and DNA analysis to solve medical mysteries.
Flashy Feathers - Discover biological populations changing over time through games and activities.

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Key Features

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Engaging hands-on experiments that bring biology to life
Real-world applications to help students understand the relevance of biology
Easy-to-follow teacher guides with no prior science knowledge required
Comprehensive curriculum designed for homeschooling

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Chemistry Science | High School

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This curiosity-building chemistry homeschool curriculum bundle of nine Launch-level Science Unlocked kits will engage your student in hands-on learning for an entire school year. This full-year science high school chemistry curriculum includes:

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· Full-colored student workbook

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· Student assessments

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· Supplies and equipment needed for experiments

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· Real-world application

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No prior teaching or science experience is needed! Teachers and parents, you will be well-equipped. Science Unlocked detailed teacher guides will help guide you through assisting with chemistry high school hands-on learning experiences with:

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· Context and answers to student questions

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· Options for including children of different ages and abilities

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· Step-by-step experiment instructions

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· Lesson planning timeline

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The Chemistry Launch (Grades 8-12) Science Unlocked chemistry homeschool bundle includes the following kits:

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Unit 1: Chemical Reactions (3 Kits)

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Rate of Reaction

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The Speed of Chemical Change

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Discover what affects the speed of chemical reactions by changing factors to make reactants become products faster or slower.

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Naturally Nuclear

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Radioactivity, Reactors, and Reactions

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Make hand warmers to compare energy released by chemical and nuclear reactions and learn about natural and human-made nuclear reactors.

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Reaction Rainbow

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Acids, Bases, and Chemical Change

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Make a reaction rainbow to study reactions of acids and bases, and solve problems related to pH of solutions.

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Unit 2: Properties Based on Particles (3 Kits)

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Super Cool

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Crystalline Structures and Phase Changes

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Discover the relationship between crystalline structure and phase changes through memorable chemistry activities.

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The Material World

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Chemical Structures and Physical Properties

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Get up close with some interesting materials to learn how their physical properties are determined by particle-level chemical structures.

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Salty States

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Phase Changes and Particle Interactions

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Investigate to determine the effect of salt on phase changes and observe interactions between molecules.

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Unit 3: Structures of Atoms and Molecules (3 Kit)

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Good to Glow

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Atomic Structure and Chemical Reactions

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Experiment with chemicals, fire, and light to explore the connection between elemental properties, chemical bonding, and chemical reactions.

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The Mighty Mole

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Mass Relationships You Can Count On

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Inflate balloons, hydrate silica, and chew bubblegum to convert between moles, mass, and particles with ease!

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Atoms and Angles

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Electrical Attraction and Repulsion in Molecules

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You will be delighted by this active exploration of the forces within and among molecules that determine structure and chemical behavior.

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Explore the rich tapestry of U.S. history and literature as you embark on a captivating journey from the Mayflower to contemporary times. Delve into the intricacies of U.S. history, examining pivotal events, influential figures, and the debates that have shaped the nation. Celebrate the triumphs of those who championed freedom and justice, while critically assessing the country's missteps from various perspectives.

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Virtual Learning for Your High School U.S. History Homeschool Curriculum

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This U.S. History Virtual Seat does not include a Science Seat. However, you can opt for our optional online platform, which provides students with access to reading schedules, assessments, and instant auto-grading results. Parents can effortlessly track and review student progress, customize assessments, and communicate directly from any computer or mobile device.

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If purchased in April, May, or June, access to the Virtual platform for high school U.S. history can start as early as July 1st. You can begin on a date of your choice, up to six months from the purchase date. Please note that Virtual courses must be started within six months of purchase, and you will have 12 months from your start date to complete the course. Find out more about our Virtual program here.

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History & Geography

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Immerse yourself in a selection of compelling books such as Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story, The Watsons Go to Birmingham, and Iron Rails, Iron Men and the Race to Link the Nation. These texts weave together major events and subtle occurrences that define our nation, enhanced with engaging text, photos, and illustrations. Supplemental notes in the Parent and Student Guides provide additional insights, fostering a balanced understanding of the books' perspectives.

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Literary & Language Arts

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Complementing the high school U.S. history homeschool curriculum, the Literature and Language Arts Guide helps students navigate timeless classics like Huckleberry Finn, The Tempest, and Fever 1973. These literary gems enhance writing skills, vocabulary, cultural literacy, and a passion for learning. The Language Arts component aligns seamlessly with the literature, offering a comprehensive writing program that fosters critical thinking, literary analysis, and creative writing.

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Science

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Ignite your fascination with chemistry through our Science Unlocked Homeschool Chemistry Curriculum. This captivating collection includes nine Launch-level Science Unlocked kits for an immersive, hands-on learning adventure throughout the academic year. The curriculum features a vibrant student workbook, comprehensive assessments, essential supplies and equipment for experiments, and practical real-world applications. Tailored for both educators and parents, the detailed teacher guides provide valuable context, answers to student inquiries, adaptability for various ages and abilities, and structured lesson planning. No prior teaching or science background is necessary—prepare for a year filled with enthralling exploration into the wonders of chemistry! Please note that this U.S. History Virtual Seat does not include a Science Seat.

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Math

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The Math-U-See Geometry is included in this All-Subject Package. You may also choose from other math programs, such as Saxon, using the Customize tab. To assess your student's readiness for Geometry, please take the Geometry Readiness Assessment.

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Required Resources for High School U.S. History Homeschool Curriculum

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Ensure organizational excellence with essential resources, including two 3” binders with tabs to keep Parent and Student Guides neatly arranged. The Timeline Book is an invaluable companion, enriching the learning experience with visual aids that reinforce historical timelines. Purchase these essential resources once for a seamless and comprehensive educational journey.

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