Earth: Exploring Our Home sends students out into the far corners of our planet to discover natural wonders, while along the way gaining new insights and understanding about the world in which they live. From the formation of mountain ranges caused by shifting tectonic plates, to the earth’s tilt and our rotation around the sun which gives us the four seasons, from our many-layered atmosphere and the solar energy that permeates it, to a study of weather patterns and climate . . . young explorers will come to appreciate the beauty and intricate order of this fascinating home God has blessed us with.
Did you know . . .
- The earth travels at a speed of around 67,000 miles per hour on its yearly trip around the sun.
- A national park in Kentucky holds a cave system that covers over 80 square miles.
- The earth’s magnetic field is what allows us to navigate by using a compass.
- Our oceans are so vast and deep that there are enormous mountain ranges beneath the sea.
- The uppermost layer of our atmosphere—the exosphere—is over 6,000 miles thick.
Catholic Permeation: Most significantly, students will learn about the descent of the Holy Spirit as tongues of fire on Pentecost and revisit the many biblical events that unfolded in the desert. They will also be introduced to St. Damien of Molokai, who ministered to the lepers of Hawaii, and St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the patroness of the environment, along with other saints and faithful members of the Church whose lives and work have made vital contributions to science.
This accompanying workbook includes a variety of activities designed to support learners at different levels, ranging from hands-on arts and crafts to more advanced fill-in-the-blank exercises and written responses. Activities reinforce both scientific concepts and faith-based themes.
- Crossword puzzles
- Word searches
- Journaling
- Matching and Multiple Choice
- Fill in the Blank and True/False
- Short answers and Essay
- Publication Date:
- April 5th, 2021
- Pages:
- 1
- SKU:
- 2934
- Format:
- Workbook
- Height:
- 11.00
- Width:
- 8.50