Studying... Health

Here are some of the resources we used while studying Health & Fitness. All of the books and DVDs were found at the library. Please don't overlook the library as a low cost resource.

Picture Books
Brianna Breathes Easy - Virginia Kroll (A Book about Asthma)
My Sister Then And Now - Virginia Kroll (A Book about Mental Illness)

Books
HEALTH ZONE SERIES:
Stay Fit! How You can Get in Shape - Matt Doeden
The Brain (Our Nervous System) - Seymour Simon

DVD
Life's Greatest Miracle - PBS/NOVA
Life Cycles - Discovery School (Grades 3-6)

CASSETTES
Bouncer and the Carrot Princess - Politeness
Websites
www.nutritionexplorations.org

Studying... Dinosaurs

One favorite subject it seems every child has at some time or another - Dinosaurs. Here are some resources we've used throughout the year. Notice - that you can cover many subjects (not just science)

Music CDs
Dinosaur Holiday (American Museum of Natural History)

Studying... Science - Weather

Picture Books

The Magic School Bus: Inside a Hurrican - Joanna Cole

Studying... Science (Geology)

Some of the resources used in our homeschooling:

Picture Books - Magic School Bus: Inside the Earth - Joanna Cole

Studying... Health

Here are some of the resources we used while studying Health & Fitness. All of the books and DVDs were found at the library. Please don't overlook the library as a low cost resource.

Picture Books
Brianna Breathes Easy - Virginia Kroll (A Book about Asthma)
My Sister Then And Now - Virginia Kroll (A Book about Mental Illness)

Books
HEALTH ZONE SERIES:
Stay Fit! How You can Get in Shape - Matt Doeden
The Brain (Our Nervous System) - Seymour Simon

DVD
Life's Greatest Miracle - PBS/NOVA
Life Cycles - Discovery School (Grades 3-6)

Websites
www.nutritionexplorations.org

From the Inbox: Sally Ride Science Festival - 3/8/09 Pasadena

Join the fun at California Institute of Technology for the Sally Ride Science Festival!
Place: Caltech, Pasadena, CA
Date: Sunday, March 8, 2009
Time: 11:00am to 4:15pm

The Science Festival, sponsored by Northrop Grumman, includes
• An inspiring talk by a featured speaker
• Workshops for girls, which can be given by local veterinarians, astronomers, microbiologists and more
• Workshops for parents and teachers on ways to support girls' interests in science
• A street fair with booths, hands-on activities, food, and music
Don’t miss out—sign up now!
http://www.sallyridescience.com/festivals/09caltech0308
Register by February 5, 2009 for only $15 per person
Registration increases to $20 per person on February 6.
Call: 1.800.561.5161 for more information
Advance registration is required.

If you’d like to help spread the word about the Science Festival, we’d be happy to mail you flyers and posters. You can also send this email to your friends.
See you there!
Sally Ride Science
http://www.SallyRideScience.com
P.S. While our festivals are primarily focused on encouraging girls to pursue their interests in science, everyone is welcome to attend!

From the Inbox: Homeschool Science Academy

5 Free Online Classes for Students & Parents
For 6th - 12th Grade Students
These classes meet one time for 45 minutes
"The Urge" (to go).. and other complex (but rarely thought of) characteristics of the human body that couldn't have happened by accident

"There's Life in the Blood".. An anatomical and physiological look at the blood.
"The Physiology of Blood Clotting".. You'll be amazed - cool stuff!

"Revelations from the Cadaver Lab".. What I've learned from human cadavers

"Working Toward Academic Excellence" A practical and Biblical guide for students
To register for these free classes, visit our site..
http://www.HomeschoolScienceAcademy.com



We also offer one and two semester online science classes..
(A discount is available through November 19th on these classes)
Forensic Anatomy / Pathology CSI (8th-12th grade)
Pre-Biology (6th-8th grade)
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology (6th-8th grade)
Sports Medicine / Exercise Physiology / Athletic Training (8th-12th grade)
Visit our site for details, photos, and letters from students and parents..
http://www.HomeschoolScienceAcademy.com



Homeschool Greetings,
I'm a 12-year veteran homeschool dad and director of a university human anatomy and physiology lab. Please contact me if you have questions about any of my online science classes - I'd be glad to help.
Please forward this message to your homeschool group or friends who may be interested. Thanks!
Greg Landry, M.S.
12-Year Veteran Homeschool Dad
Director, Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab
http://www.HomeschoolScienceAcademy.com
office: 828-265-4101
cell: 828-964-1662

From the Inbox: TOYchallenge

Are you looking for a way to engage kids in science? Start a TOYchallenge team today!
TOYchallenge is an exciting way to bring imaginative kids together to create a new toy or game. TOYchallenge can be used in schools, after-school programs, home school families, or as part of any youth-based organization. A team consists of 3 to 6 members, at least half of whom must be girls. One adult is the team coach.
Register by December 15th for only $60 per team!
Sign up today at www.toychallenge.com or call 1-800-561-5161.
Thank you -
Sally Ride Science
www.sallyridescience.com