Grade 9 American History High School
6 choices in science: PAC Biology, Anatomy, Wilderness Survival, or Apologia Science (your choice of Health, Biology, or Physical)
Choices in Math curriculum: Saxon Algebra 1/2, or Saxon Algebra I OR
Choices in Math Schedule: None, Aleks, Teaching Textbooks (you will purchase your math direct from those companies)
Writing: Writing assignments are provided each week. Writing with Skill is also scheduled but optional, for those who want instructional writing. If this is the first year using Writing with Skill, start with Level 1.
NOTE: The American History A Visual Encyclopedia is the updated version of Children's Encyclopedia of American History, it is mostly the same, a few new pages at the end, and just a few pages changed in the middle, so if you already have this book you do not necessarily need the new one. This is the same book I use for Grade 5 if you already have it in your home library.
Choices in Math curriculum: Saxon Algebra 1/2, or Saxon Algebra I OR
Choices in Math Schedule: None, Aleks, Teaching Textbooks (you will purchase your math direct from those companies)
Writing: Writing assignments are provided each week. Writing with Skill is also scheduled but optional, for those who want instructional writing. If this is the first year using Writing with Skill, start with Level 1.
NOTE: The American History A Visual Encyclopedia is the updated version of Children's Encyclopedia of American History, it is mostly the same, a few new pages at the end, and just a few pages changed in the middle, so if you already have this book you do not necessarily need the new one. This is the same book I use for Grade 5 if you already have it in your home library.
with Apologia Science
The following packages come with an Apologia Science set, you can choose from Health & Nutrition, Physical Science, or Biology. These classes are college-prep classes. The Health & Nutrition class does not come with a printed solutions manual, the tests are in the back of the Student Notebook, and you will receive a code to get the solutions online. Please note that these are written by Christian author so you will see reference to God, Jesus, etc. The packages do not come with any lab supplies, you can find lab supplies at homesciencetools. You can find [Physical Science kits here]. If you plan to do Physical and Biology during your high school years, start with Physical Science. For Biology, you may wish to hold off ordering the [dissection kit here] until you get further into the textbook so that your specimens do not dry out. [Microscope kit here] (microscopes sold separately), [Prepared Slide set here]
The following packages come with an Apologia Science set, you can choose from Health & Nutrition, Physical Science, or Biology. These classes are college-prep classes. The Health & Nutrition class does not come with a printed solutions manual, the tests are in the back of the Student Notebook, and you will receive a code to get the solutions online. Please note that these are written by Christian author so you will see reference to God, Jesus, etc. The packages do not come with any lab supplies, you can find lab supplies at homesciencetools. You can find [Physical Science kits here]. If you plan to do Physical and Biology during your high school years, start with Physical Science. For Biology, you may wish to hold off ordering the [dissection kit here] until you get further into the textbook so that your specimens do not dry out. [Microscope kit here] (microscopes sold separately), [Prepared Slide set here]
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The following are scheduled in Grade 9 Lesson Plan:
Thinking Toolbox Short lessons in US History DK American History Visual Encyclopedia Easy Grammar Ultimate 9 w/answers Wordly Wise 9 Vocabulary w/answer key Call of the Wild Lyddie by Paterson A Long Way from Chicago by Peck A Year Down Yonder by Peck |
Options for Math Grade 9
Saxon Algebra 1/2 Kit Saxon Algebra 1 Kit Teaching Textbook Pre- Algebra Teaching Textbook Algebra (You will need to purchase from the Teaching Textbooks site) NO MATH Options for Science Grade 9
Apologia Biology Apologia Physical Science Apologia Health & Nutrition PAC Biology (You will need to purchase directly from PAC) Tom Brown's Wilderness Survival Field Guide & DK Survival Handbook DK Human Anatomy Coloring Book & Concise Human Body |
Lesson Plans
WBC High School American History Manual in Print
WBC American History High School Lesson plans (all subjects) print & spiral bound
WBC American History appendix
your choice of math and science guide
Textbooks
DK: American History A Visual Encyclopedia
Get the background on the Battle of Yorktown and discover what started the American Revolution. Learn the legends of the Wild West. Relive the atmosphere of the "Roaring Twenties." Covering everything from the cultures of the first Native Americans right up to the events of the present day, American History: A Visual Encyclopedia is the ultimate reference tool for exploring the history of one of the most remarkable nations in the world.
Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, American History: A Visual Encyclopedia gives detailed historical information and brings it to life with more than 750 photographs and paintings, plus extensive maps, charts, and state-specific information. Each double-page spread focuses on one aspect of the nation's history, be it the Civil War or civil rights, the Great Depression or the Moon landing. Complete texts of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution are included in the book for easy reference for classroom work or reports.
Scheduled in Grade 5 and Grade 9 Lesson plans.
Easy Grammar Ultimate Grade 9 Teacher Text
- Reproducible
- 180 daily teaching lessons
- 10 minute lessons
- Materials presented in an easy, step-by-step approach
- Concepts build upon themselves
Answer key in back
Easy Grammar Ultimate Grade 9 Student Workbook
- 180 daily teaching lessons
- 10 minute lessons
- Materials presented in an easy, step-by-step approach
- Concepts build upon themselves
(This student workbook does not contain the answer key and is to be used in conjunction with the teacher's guide.)
Note: You do not need to purchase this text if you are teaching one child. The student can write in the teacher text.
Kit includes:
- Hardcover student textbook
- Homeschool packet with test forms (Tests, Answer key to all student textbook practices, problem sets, and additional topics, Answer key to Tests)
- Solutions Manual: Solutions to all Student Textbook Practices, Problem Sets, and Additional Topic Practices.
Homeschool Kit with Solutions Manual includes:
- Hardcover student textbook
- Homeschool testing book (Tests, Answer key to Tests)
- Solutions Manual (for all textbook activities)
{Geometry a separate class} {4th Edition Algebra textbooks feature more algebra and pre-calculus content and fewer geometry lessons than their 3rd edition counterparts}
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Apologia Biology Science Books and Lab Supplies from Home Science Tools
This Biology Course is part of Apologia's Award Winning Exploring Creation Series. Designed to increase retention, Exploring Creation with Biology, 3rd edition, emphasizes vocabulary and experiments, and covers everything your children need to be fully prepared for a college-level biology course.
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This Biology Course is part of Apologia's Award Winning Exploring Creation Series. Designed to increase retention, Exploring Creation with Biology, 3rd edition, emphasizes vocabulary and experiments, and covers everything your children need to be fully prepared for a college-level biology course.
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Apologia Biology Class Schedule JW Edition in print
Apologia Biology Class Schedule JW Edition in print and spiral bound
High School
Apologia Health & Nutrition Class Schedule JW Edition, in print
Apologia Health & Nutrition Class Schedule JW Edition, in print & spiral bound
High School
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Note: the class Schedule is in the Student Notebook
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Note: the class Schedule is in the Student Notebook
PAC Biology
Principles, Theories & Precepts of Biology. Click the picture to purchase from pacworks. This will take you to a new website. Scheduled with JW references covering Creation Vs Evolution. You do not need to purchase chapter 4. Go to www.pacworks.com to be able to learn more about the program and to see samples.
NOTE: if you are a parent who does not like a lot of busy work and your student comprehends well you could get by with just the Texts & TRK (teacher resource kit). The digital TRK is easy to use and print out your quizzes and tests, it includes the answers as well. If your student needs help with comprehension & retention then you will need the Activity booklets too.
NOTE: if you are a parent who does not like a lot of busy work and your student comprehends well you could get by with just the Texts & TRK (teacher resource kit). The digital TRK is easy to use and print out your quizzes and tests, it includes the answers as well. If your student needs help with comprehension & retention then you will need the Activity booklets too.
Anatomy- The Human Body Guide in print- JW Edition
WBC Anatomy High School Schedule in print & spiral bound
[Schedules: DK The Human Body Book &
DK The Concise Human Body Book An Illustrated Guide to its Structure, Function, and Disorders (you will need these two books to implement this schedule)]
(you may also request this in a secular edition at checkout)
1 credit Anatomy
AMAZON LINKS
Short Lessons in U.S. History
This high-interest/easy-reading activity book organizes the basic events in American history into 78 manageable lessons. Starting with the landing of the Norse on the coast of Newfoundland, readings introduce the 13 colonies, the Alamo, Abraham Lincoln, and Wilson and the League of Nations, and continue through events up to 2005. Major vocabulary words are indicated in bold print and defined in the margins. Maps, illustrations, activities, and review quizzes are included.
$29.00
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This high-interest/easy-reading activity book organizes the basic events in American history into 78 manageable lessons. Starting with the landing of the Norse on the coast of Newfoundland, readings introduce the 13 colonies, the Alamo, Abraham Lincoln, and Wilson and the League of Nations, and continue through events up to 2005. Major vocabulary words are indicated in bold print and defined in the margins. Maps, illustrations, activities, and review quizzes are included.
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America the Story of Us
The biography of a nation. A riveting adventure of how America came to be, AMERICA THE STORY OF THE US focuses on the people, ideas and events that built the great nation, covering 400 years of American history in the most extensive and in-depth television series ever produced by HISTORYTM. This epic 12-part series is a grand cinematic vision of how the country was built.
available in Blue-Ray or Amazon Prime Video
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The biography of a nation. A riveting adventure of how America came to be, AMERICA THE STORY OF THE US focuses on the people, ideas and events that built the great nation, covering 400 years of American history in the most extensive and in-depth television series ever produced by HISTORYTM. This epic 12-part series is a grand cinematic vision of how the country was built.
available in Blue-Ray or Amazon Prime Video
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Wordly Wise 3000 Book 9 vocabulary set; 4th Edition
Scheduled on American History/ Grade 9 lesson plans
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Scheduled on American History/ Grade 9 lesson plans
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Writing With Skill, Level 1: Student Workbook
Learn how to write with clarity and confidence! The Workbook is written directly to the student to foster independence and gives essential training in organization, composition structure, and research methods. All source material included; teaches one- and two-level outlining. Instructor text also required. $24.
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Learn how to write with clarity and confidence! The Workbook is written directly to the student to foster independence and gives essential training in organization, composition structure, and research methods. All source material included; teaches one- and two-level outlining. Instructor text also required. $24.
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Writing With Skill, Level 1: Instructor Text
Increase teacher confidence with the scripted dialogue and detailed explanations in the Level 1 Instructor Text! Teach students to analyze and imitate great writers with original composition exercises in history, science, biography, and literature. Student Workbook also required. $26.70
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Increase teacher confidence with the scripted dialogue and detailed explanations in the Level 1 Instructor Text! Teach students to analyze and imitate great writers with original composition exercises in history, science, biography, and literature. Student Workbook also required. $26.70
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DK The Survival Handbook
Written by Colin Towell, a Survival Instructor, The Survival Handbook is bursting with survival tips, manual skills, camping essentials, and advice on how to improvise, survive, and get found – on land or at sea.
Scheduled on the WBC Wilderness Survival Guide
$19.99
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Written by Colin Towell, a Survival Instructor, The Survival Handbook is bursting with survival tips, manual skills, camping essentials, and advice on how to improvise, survive, and get found – on land or at sea.
Scheduled on the WBC Wilderness Survival Guide
$19.99
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Tom Brown' Field Guide to Wilderness Survival
Here, in one essential volume, are the basics of wilderness survival. The most ancient and important skills, preserved for generations, are presented in a simple, easy-to-use format with clear illustrations and instructions. A complete must-have companion to the great outdoors.
Scheduled on the WBC Wilderness Survival Guide
$17.00
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Here, in one essential volume, are the basics of wilderness survival. The most ancient and important skills, preserved for generations, are presented in a simple, easy-to-use format with clear illustrations and instructions. A complete must-have companion to the great outdoors.
Scheduled on the WBC Wilderness Survival Guide
$17.00
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The Human Body Coloring Book: The Ultimate Anatomy Study Guide
An interactive approach to human anatomy that will help users learn, understand, and revisit the subject with ease.
Structured system by system for ease of use, with comprehensive coverage of the human body from cell to system.
Scheduled on the WBC Anatomy- Human Body Guide
$12.99
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An interactive approach to human anatomy that will help users learn, understand, and revisit the subject with ease.
Structured system by system for ease of use, with comprehensive coverage of the human body from cell to system.
Scheduled on the WBC Anatomy- Human Body Guide
$12.99
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The Concise Human Body Book
Companion to DK Human Body Coloring book
full coverage of the body, function by function, system by system. In the opening chapter, colourful medical scans, illustrations, and easy-to-understand diagrams show you how the different parts of the body work together to produce a living whole.
Scheduled on the WBC Anatomy- Human Body Guide
$19.29
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Companion to DK Human Body Coloring book
full coverage of the body, function by function, system by system. In the opening chapter, colourful medical scans, illustrations, and easy-to-understand diagrams show you how the different parts of the body work together to produce a living whole.
Scheduled on the WBC Anatomy- Human Body Guide
$19.29
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Apologia Health and Nutrition Textbook
Exploring Creation with Health and Nutrition, covers what maturing students need to know to help them make the best choices they can for themselves as they become young adults. Health is about stewardship: managing what you have as well as you can. This 15-module course, covers the physical, nutritional, emotional, and spiritual aspects of growing into a healthy adult. The answer key is included in the Book Extras online. This course is for high school credit (1 or 2 semesters tailored to your needs).Recommend age: grades: 9-12
$79.00
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Exploring Creation with Health and Nutrition, covers what maturing students need to know to help them make the best choices they can for themselves as they become young adults. Health is about stewardship: managing what you have as well as you can. This 15-module course, covers the physical, nutritional, emotional, and spiritual aspects of growing into a healthy adult. The answer key is included in the Book Extras online. This course is for high school credit (1 or 2 semesters tailored to your needs).Recommend age: grades: 9-12
$79.00
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Apologia Health and Nutrition Student Notebook
A write-in Spiral bound Notebook to accompany the student textbook
$38.00
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A write-in Spiral bound Notebook to accompany the student textbook
$38.00
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The Thinking Toolbox: Thirty-Five Lessons That Will Build Your Reasoning Skills
This is an excellent way to get the whole family involved in Logic/critical thinking skills discussions!
Scheduled in WBC American History/ Grade 9 Lesson Plans
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This is an excellent way to get the whole family involved in Logic/critical thinking skills discussions!
Scheduled in WBC American History/ Grade 9 Lesson Plans
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Call of the Wild by Jack London
Classic, scheduled read in American History/High School Grade 9 lessons
$6.99
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Classic, scheduled read in American History/High School Grade 9 lessons
$6.99
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Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson is traveling by single-engine plane to visit his father for the first time since the divorce. When the plane crashes, killing the pilot, the sole survivor is Brian. He is alone in the Canadian wilderness with nothing but his clothing, a tattered windbreaker, and the hatchet his mother had given him as a present.
Suggested read for Wilderness Survival Class
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Thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson is traveling by single-engine plane to visit his father for the first time since the divorce. When the plane crashes, killing the pilot, the sole survivor is Brian. He is alone in the Canadian wilderness with nothing but his clothing, a tattered windbreaker, and the hatchet his mother had given him as a present.
Suggested read for Wilderness Survival Class
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Lyddie by Katherine Paterson
When Lyddie and her younger brother are hired out as servants to help pay off their family farm's debts, Lyddie is determined to find a way to reunite her family once again. Hearing about all the money a girl can make working in the textile mills in Lowell, Massachusetts, she makes her way there, only to find that her dreams of returning home may never come true.
Scheduled read in WBC American History/Grade 9 Lesson Plans
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When Lyddie and her younger brother are hired out as servants to help pay off their family farm's debts, Lyddie is determined to find a way to reunite her family once again. Hearing about all the money a girl can make working in the textile mills in Lowell, Massachusetts, she makes her way there, only to find that her dreams of returning home may never come true.
Scheduled read in WBC American History/Grade 9 Lesson Plans
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A Long Way From Chicago
Join Joey and his sister Mary Alice as they spend nine unforgettable summers with the worst influence imaginable-their grandmother!
$8.99
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Join Joey and his sister Mary Alice as they spend nine unforgettable summers with the worst influence imaginable-their grandmother!
$8.99
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A Year Down Yonder
Mary Alice's childhood summers in Grandma Dowdel's sleepy Illinois town were packed with enough drama to fill the double bill of any picture show. But now she is fifteen, and faces a whole long year with Grandma, a woman well known for shaking up her neighbors-and everyone else! All Mary Alice can know for certain is this: when trying to predict how life with Grandma might turn out . . . better not.
$8.99
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Mary Alice's childhood summers in Grandma Dowdel's sleepy Illinois town were packed with enough drama to fill the double bill of any picture show. But now she is fifteen, and faces a whole long year with Grandma, a woman well known for shaking up her neighbors-and everyone else! All Mary Alice can know for certain is this: when trying to predict how life with Grandma might turn out . . . better not.
$8.99
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