Sixth graders are looking for heroes, and they will find many to pattern their lives after as they study such outstanding Old Testament figures as Daniel, Elijah, and Esther. They will also learn many important values by studying stories such as the parables of Jesus. These stories teach students about being compassionate, having faith in God’s provision, knowing that God still loves His wayward children, anticipating Christ’s return, and praying for specific things. Those attributes are just a few important truths that each sixth grader will learn and can apply to his life.

Bible 7 consists of two semester courses: Exodus and the Life of Christ.

Exodus is designed to give students a basic overview of the way God miraculously delivered His people out of captivity and led them into the Promised Land.

When we understand many of the Israelites’ struggles and how God’s people often turned away from His leading, it shows us how God will deal with us if we stray from trusting in His perfect plan. By studying Exodus, students will clearly see God’s patience and mercy as He deals  with His people.

This second-semester course focuses on the many narratives in the Gospels and covers Christ’s life from His birth through His ascension.

The example that Christ set for believers, both then and now, helps us pattern our lives after our Savior. Christ’s teaching and miracles show us what He valued and help us understand His earthly ministry in a more complete way. 

Bible 8 consists of two parts: Book of Acts and Joshua and Judges. (one semester)

This first-semester course is designed to give students a basic overview of the life of Peter and Paul, the beginning of the church, and the spread of the gospel to the Gentiles and eventually to the world through Paul’s missionary travels.

Through the Book of Acts, students may see the power of God at work in His willing servants. His servant Paul is a real person - a person with feelings just like anyone else. Yet Paul’s reactions to the trials of life and his indomitable faith in  the power of Christ separated him from the nominal Christian life. His life serves as an example for all believers to follow.

Bible 8 consists of two parts: Book of Acts and Proverbs. (one semester)

The book of Proverbs gives us a guide for daily living as we develop a biblical worldview. This course begins with an in-depth look at the personification of Wisdom to learn about her character and instruction, leading us to a life characterized by wise choices. Well known Bible examples such as Abraham, Ruth, Daniel, and the Proverbs 31 woman will show us why wise living is worth pursuing. This course also applies the “whatsoever things” principles from Philippians 4:8 to provide a topical study of the wisdom in Proverbs that informs our worldview. The

study is enhanced with Grow in Wisdom prompts to encourage personal application of Scripture and Dig Deeper sections to provide further study of related topics.

Introductory Logic focuses on informal logic and briefly introduces formal logic and a few of the symbols used for writing logical statements. The lessons include exercises to help students develop a Christian worldview and defend their faith. 

Sixth graders will enjoy reading exciting selections about animals of all kinds, patriots from America’s past, and Christians in foreign lands. This delightful collection of stories and poems features several well-known authors and introduces students to a variety of interesting characters.

Students will read a biographical novel and a Christian fiction novel and use them when writing language book reports. Two speed and comprehension readers contain challenging and interesting selections.

Sixth graders will develop a wider range of comprehension skills by answering comprehension questions based on stated facts, implications, and general reasoning.

Creative Writing is a companion text to God’s Gift of Language C. This work-text develops students’ abilities to observe, proofread, think clearly, and use descriptive words. Students learn what characterizes good writing and how they can write more creatively as they study observation and creativity, poetry, and journal writing. The challenging Mind Stretchers provide lively openers for each creative writing class as students create anagrams, acrostics, and rebuses, and work with synonyms, connotation, and alliteration. Creative Writing features many examples for students to follow as they complete these exercises. Sixth graders will also review previously learned penmanship skills and concepts by completing practice exercises.

Spelling, Vocabulary, & Poetry 6 teaches students the spelling and meaning of words through the study of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. They will be able to spell and recognize thousands of words after

learning these common roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Sixth graders will appreciate the eight review lists and exercises that provide opportunity for spelling mastery. Three Spelling Challenge lists allow them

to learn commonly misspelled words that pertain to a specific spelling rule. Students will also practice their proofreading skills while learning about the origin and development of the English language from

a Christian perspective.

Spelling, Vocabulary, & Poetry 6 contains eight delightful poems written by well-known poets; this recitation and memorization of poetry will further develop each student’s appreciation for good poetry.

Grammar and Composition I’s purpose is to emphasize the orderly structure of our language and to train students to use the English language effectively. The Christian perspective of this textbook promotes standards of correct grammar and usage, equipping students with the tools they need to become effective communicators in both speaking and writing.

Students will learn to recognize the different parts of speech, fit these parts of speech together to form sentences, join sentences together to make paragraphs, and organize paragraphs into compositions. They will also learn to develop complete and orderly thoughts and to communicate those thoughts clearly and concisely, so that they can use God’s gift of language effectively. 

Vocabulary, Spelling, Poetry I emphasizes the application of spelling rules to lists of challenging words and the utilization of an expanded vocabulary. All of the spelling words are practical, and many are words that are frequently misspelled.

A majority of the vocabulary words are taken from the stories in Of People. The goals of poetry recitation and memorization are an enjoyment and appreciation of poetic beauty and excellence.

Of People features stories and poems that can help students increase their understanding of the world, man, and God from a Christian perspective. Students will gain exposure to people of different ages, nationalities, races, cultures, and economic levels to develop a better understanding of people’s motives and feelings and to recognize the consequences of particular actions. Students will also become familiar with classics such as A Christmas Carol, Robinson Crusoe, Don Quixote, and Of Plymouth Plantation.

Two vital abilities, the ability to express one’s ideas creatively as well as correctly and the ability to comprehend and interpret the written word skillfully, are built upon the elements which are included in English 8. Grammar and Composition II builds upon the skills learned in earlier grammar studies providing foundational practice of proper grammar and developing the basic composition skills used in outlining, summarizing, describing, researching, and creative writing. Students will also be introduced to new grammar rules and new writing techniques that will allow them to expand their writing skills.

Vocabulary, Spelling, Poetry II emphasizes using an expanded vocabulary and applying spelling rules when analyzing challenging words. The goals of poetry memorization and recitation are an enjoyment and appreciation of poetic beauty and excellence.

Of Places uses young people’s interest in other places to teach Christian character traits such as compassion, courage, and sacrifice. Not only will students gain exposure to people of different ages, nationalities, races, cultures, and economic levels through a variety of literary selections, but they will also learn to enjoy reading wholesome literature. Many of the selections in Of Places were written by famous authors and are well-known classics that are an important part of a student’s education. Of Places features excerpts from classics such as A Tale of Two Cities, The Jungle Book, Ben Hur, The Hiding Place, and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

Fundamentals of Literature focuses on analyzing and evaluating literary works within the framework of six fundamental

elements of literature. The course offers students in-class and independent reading opportunities as they engage with literary and informational texts from a variety of time periods and cultures. With an emphasis on collaborative learning experiences, students will apply reading strategies and literary skills as they interpret, analyze, and compare texts. Worldview-shaping opportunities come through thematic organization, a focus on essential questions, and the evaluation of text ideas.

Students will also learn independent vocabulary skills and respond to texts through writing and group presentations.

Writing and Grammar 9, which functions as the Year of the Writing Strategy, will help your students become intentional and effective communicators by giving them systematic grammar instruction with direct application to speaking and writing. This course weaves grammar instruction and writing practice together throughout so students have opportunities to connect the skills they’re learning to the texts they’re writing. Biblical worldview themes and questions help students learn to apply a biblical view of identity, logic, integrity, and judgment to intentional communication.

Vocabulary: Level C continues to guide ninth graders to use etymology as a means of determining the meanings of words. Students study Latin roots, prefi xes, and suffi xes to learn word families. Each of the 15 lessons are two-part lessons that include multiple instructional strategies to build and maintain vocabulary. Cumulative reviews, games, and activities build mastery of vocabulary.

The Arithmetic 6 work-text includes an abundance of practice problems and review exercises to help each student master important arithmetic skills and concepts. Almost daily story problems and frequent problem-solving strategies are featured, providing practical application for real-life situations. Arithmetic 6 takes students from the known to the unknown as they study fractions, decimals, proportions, percents, prime factoring, algebraic equations, measurement, basic geometry, and beginning banking.

Intermediate Mathematics gives a strong review of all arithmetic concepts with practical application to daily life. With solid skills in arithmetic, students have the confidence to advance to other branches of mathematics. Instruction in plane and solid geometry, probability and statistics, and algebra (four units) provides the foundation students need to enjoy success in future mathematics courses.

Practice and review problems in each lesson give sufficient opportunity for students to develop and maintain their skills while learning to work quickly and accurately. Word problems and problem-solving strategies throughout the text ensure that students can apply their

mathematical skills to everyday situations and encourage students to connect varying types of mathematical knowledge. Fast Fact opportunities allow for further expansion of the concepts covered.

Algebra I provides a foundation that students need to enjoy success in future mathematics courses and includes topics

such as polynomial arithmetic, factoring, equations, inequalities, graphing, statistics, rational expressions, radicals, functions, and quadratic equations. Algebra supplies the language and patterns of reasoning used in the sciences and other branches of knowledge.

Practice and review problems in each lesson give sufficient opportunity for students to develop and maintain their skills while learning to work quickly and accurately. Word problems, problem-solving strategies, and critical thinking throughout the text ensure that students can apply their mathematical skills to everyday situations and encourage students to connect varying types of mathematical knowledge. Build Up sections allow for further expansion of the concepts covered. 

BJU Press Geometry focuses on a balanced approach to reasoning, constructions, and real-world applications, covering two- and three-dimensional figures, coordinate geometry, transformations, and an introduction to trigonometry. Key concepts include formal definitions, formal reasoning, congruence and similarity, and the use of both traditional and dynamic geometry software. The curriculum emphasizes a biblical worldview, integrating concepts of design and ethical application into the study of geometry. 

Observing God’s World is an excellent bridge between elementary and junior high or middle school science. This memorable text presents the universe as the direct creation of God and refutes the man-made idea of evolution.

Observing God’s World features photos, art, and charts that clearly illustrate the science concepts being taught. Students will apply what they have learned by doing projects and experiments both at home and at school. Some of the topics students will study include invertebrates, plants, forces of the earth, the universe, space travel, and matter and chemistry.

Many life science textbooks study the “simple” cell as the origin of life and discuss the “evolution” of life through the

plant and animal worlds. Science: Order and Design uses a different approach.

This life science text begins with the more complex plant world and human anatomy and physiology. Evolutionary hypotheses are discussed and discarded as unscientific. Similarities between man and animals are explored and proved to be the result of a common Designer, laying a biblical foundation of origins.

A look at the complexity of the “simple” cell, the basis of all life, emphasizes the hand of the Creator in its design. A

study of ecology shows God’s providential design in the relationships between living things and their environments.

Science: Earth and Space lays a foundation for future study of the nonliving world. The text begins “from the ground up,” starting with soil science and geology. Students learn how geology and the fossil record support the biblical record of a worldwide Flood—not the hypotheses of evolution.

The exploration of the seas includes studying currents, tides, and ocean floor. An investigation of the atmosphere and processes that cause weather includes overviews of several weather phenomena and of measuring and forecasting the weather.

The solar system, stars, and galaxies are examined as the creation of God; evolutionary hypotheses of solarsystem formation are briefly discussed and shown to be scientifically unsound. Students learn about man’s study and use of astronomy, including an overview of manned and unmanned spaceflight.

The text concludes with a study of environmental issues, thus teaching students to be good stewards of the natural resources God has provided.

The Apologia Grade 9 Biology scope and sequence includes topics such as the scientific method, cell structure and function, cellular energy, DNA and genetics, evolution, prokaryotes and viruses, plant and animal diversity, ecology, and various hands-on experiments and dissections. The curriculum emphasizes a Biblical worldview, presenting biological concepts within the framework of creationism while also covering evolutionary theories from different perspectives. It is a college-prep course designed to be a comprehensive introduction to general biology, typically taken in 9th grade, and includes a student textbook and notebook to foster independence.  

New World History and Geography offers a Christian perspective on the history and geography of North and South America. It includes a chapter on Canada and a chapter on the recent events in the United States and around the world. Important geographical facts and historical documents that should be given special attention throughout the year are highlighted and placed for easy reference.

By reading special-feature articles found throughout the text, students will learn about the lives and contributions of great missionaries and other well-known Christian leaders.

History of the World is presented from a conservative, Christian perspective as part of a well-rounded program designed to

give students a better understanding and a working knowledge of the geography of the Eastern Hemisphere. The interesting narrative style of the text and the many illustrations, maps, and photographs invite students to explore the past and learn

about the people behind the events of world history.

The goal of the text is threefold: first, to show God’s hand in the history of the world; second, to emphasize the role of

individuals in history; and third, to teach the many lessons that can be learned from history. Above all, History of the World

emphasizes the providence of God in the actions of men. It provides students with heroes to emulate and goals to fulfill by

focusing on the individuals whose character, initiative, and hard work have made a positive impact on world history.

America: Land I Love presents American history from a biblical perspective. This textbook uses biographical accounts to illustrate that history traces God’s working through people to accomplish His will. As part of this course, students will also study the geography of the Western Hemisphere and the functions of the federal, state, and local governments.

Cultural Geography helps students become informed citizens and empowered participants in society. Students will develop an appreciation of the diversity of cultures in the world and help them to understand how cultures grow and develop. In this course, students will study the seven continents and the people who live on them, as well as the physical characteristics, resources, and demographics of various regions so that they can begin to understand the different nations and their cultures.

World History is a survey of the history of the world, starting with creation and continuing to the present. Students will analyze five key themes throughout history from a biblical perspective: justice, power, citizenship, environment, and world religions. They will also do expanded studies on Africa, the East, the Americas before colonization, and African, Indian, and Asian empires. As they trace the major patterns in world history, they will see how those themes point more and more clearly to the triumph of the kingdom of God.