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Growing Healthy Homes: Nutrition 101

Posted by jlsgrant in Curriculum Reviews on April 20, 2011

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. 3 John 1:2

We’ll just start by saying this; Nutrition 101 was one of our absolute favorites to review this year!  But before we get into the details, let’s learn a little about why this product came to be:

Growing Healthy Homes was established, “to educate and train families regarding God’s plan to optimum health as outlined in the Bible. We are wives, mothers, researchers and teachers dedicated to reaching homes with a message of hope and healing. Our product line includes family-centered and health-infused books/e-books, as well as educational materials for user of pure therapeutic-grade essential oils.”

Members of the TOS Crew were given copies of Nutrition 101: Choose Life! to use with their families.   We could not be more amazed at how complete this study is!   “Nutrition 101: Choose Life! is a three-in-one family nutrition and health program for all ages that presents the major body systems, how they function, their common health issues, the benefits of good food and the consequences of bad food.”  The book is broken into these six units:

  1. The Brain and Nervous System
  2. Digestion and Elimination
  3. Respiration and Olfactory
  4. Muscular and Skeletal Systems
  5. Cardiovascular and Immune Systems
  6. Endocrine System and Emotions

Please take a few moments to check out the book for yourself: Read an excerpt  I think you’ll like what you see!

If that’s not enough, you can also watch this short informational video:

 

We are enjoying the hands on activities AND the recipes and plan to continue using this product!   The first recipe we made was Guacamole…it’s good for your brain! 

Now I was excited about this one, but I wasn’t sure how my picky eater would fare…no way he’s eating green mush, right?  (See evidence to the contrary below!)

 But it’s not all about the great recipes, there is also an incredible wealth of detailed scientific information on how nutrition affects the major systems in the human body.  There are learning opportunities for younger students and secondary students, and if that’s  not sufficient, there are lists of additional resources for further studies. 

With 448 pages, this could easily be used for a full year’s curriculum for a very thorough Nutrition course.   Additionally, if you are considering a Human Anatomy course, Nutrition 101 would be an excellent choice for a corresponding elective.   Even for those who are not home educating their children, this would be a great reference to have around the house.  We can ALL benefit from eating a healthier diet, right?

So in a nutshell, we….

Love it! 🙂

We are all looking forward to the lessons ahead….Who knows?  By the time we get to the end, maybe my “picky eater” won’t be so picky any more!

Nutrition 101: Choose Life! is available at : Growing Healthy Homes

Age/Grade: Elementary w/Parent, Secondary, Adult

Price:

Book – $99.95, CD-Rom – $79.95, Combo – $129.95

Multiple User License for Co-Op Use Available

Other Products:

“Gentle Babies: Essential Oils and Natural Remedies”

“Is There a Dr. Mom in Your House”

“The Raw Food Feast: 7 Days Through the Rainbow”

 

 Disclaimer:  Members of the TOS Homeschool Crew were given copies of this product in exchange for their honest review.  No other compensation of any kind has been received.  All quotes taken directly from the Growing Healthy Homes website.

Now get up from the computer and go have a healthy snack! 😉

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Classical Academic Press: Latin Alive!

Posted by jlsgrant in Curriculum Reviews on March 30, 2011

Before we get started with our review of LatinAlive! Book 1, let’s look at who Classical  Academic Press is in their own words….

“Classical Academic Press produces superlative educational materials to advance the revival of classical education.  We specialize in subjects such as Latin and logic, presented clearly and creatively, to equip and engage both students and teachers. These programs are the continuing, collaborative effort of distinguished scholars, teachers, and designers.”    All of this is very evident upon first glance at the materials.

Among other things, Classical Academic Press is home to several levels of Latin study:

The first, “Song School Latin“, is for young children.  The next level,called “Latin for Children” Books A – C, covers the elementary grades.  

We had the opportunity to review, LatinAlive! Book 1; the beginning of a  three book series for Junior and Senior High School students.  

In a nutshell, “Latin Alive! is a series of Latin texts for junior high or high school Latin study. Written by experienced and enthusiastic Latin teachers, Latin Alive! is an excellent introduction to the classical language. With an emphasis on grammar and solid understanding of the language, it goes on to frame the study of Latin in Roman culture and mythology, and also to remind us of the many ways Latin is present in our culture today. Latin Alive will be a three year series.”

Please take a moment to meet your instructor, Karen Moore, and learn more about LatinAlive!:

(Note: If you experience a lag watching the video here, please watch here:  LatinAlive! Book1 Curriculum Overview)

We were very impressed by the material received for the LatinAlive! Book 1 Bundle.  The Teacher’s Edition, Student Text, Audio CD and Lessons on DVD’s are very professionally produced.   With twenty-nine full chapters including everything from vocabulary, grammar and pronounciation to Roman culture and history, this course has everything you need for a full year of Latin studies.  

While you can purchase the items in this bundle separately, I would not recommend doing so unless you have a good grasp of the language yourself.   Additionally, if your student is toward the younger end of the spectrum (7th or 8th Grade) and has had no previous Latin exposure, you may wish to start with Latin for Children before beginning Latin Alive.  (For more advise on this issue, be sure to check out the other reviews on the TOS Homeschool Crew blog by clicking the TOS banner below.)

Wondering what a lesson really looks like?  Check out this sample lesson from Book 1.  There are also samples of the Teachers Edition and Reading Supplement on the Classical Academic Press website.   Why not take a few moments to view this short video showing part of the lesson for Chapter 1:

Price: Latin Alive! Book 1 Bundle $139.95 (products can be purchased separately)

Purchase At:

Grade Level: Jr. High – Sr. High

Other Products Available: 

            Song School Latin, Latin for Children, Spanish, Greek, & French

Logic, Bible, and Poetry 

(Please visit Classical Academic Press for full list of products.)

Online Complementary Materials & Games:

Free Resources Available

30-Day Return Policy Available

 

Disclaimer:  Members of the TOS Homeschool Crew where given the LatinAlive! Book 1 Bundle in exchange for their honest review.  No other compensation of any kind has been received.  All quotes on this post taken from the Classical Academic Press website.

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