Level 7

By Jeanne Bendick

Archimedes is one of the greatest thinkers the world has ever known. He invented screws and levers and discovered the law of buoyancy. But what was his life like? Step into the world of Ancient Greece and learn about how Archimedes lived and what led him to make such remarkable discoveries.

• 108 pages
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

This book is suggested to accompany our Motion and Simple Machines Science Unit as extra reading for students in Grades 7-8. 

Have you ever wondered how the greatest inventions came to be? From airplanes to dishwashers and mighty locomotives to the tiniest nail, The Story of Invention explores fun facts and inspiring stories about fifteen of the most life-changing inventions! As you read, inventor tips will also help you improve the world through your own creative spirit.

• 32 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 11″x8.5″

The Story of Invention is an optional read-aloud book for our Motion and Simple Machines science unit and is included in the optional read-aloud book pack which is suggested to accompany that unit. It is designed to appeal to children in grades 3–8, although younger students may enjoy reading along with older siblings who are completing the science unit.

How does a gymnast stay balanced on a thin balance beam? Why doesn’t a surfer sink into the ocean while on a surfboard? How much force is behind a golfer’s swing? If you’ve ever asked questions like these, you’ll love Motion in Sports! In this book you’ll learn what terms like velocity, inertia, force, and friction mean and the important roles they play in many different sports. Along the way, discover tips that will help you enjoy your favorite sports even more.

• 32 pages
• Full-color photos and illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 11″x8.5″

This book is an optional read-aloud book for our Motion and Simple Machines Unit and is included in the optional Read Aloud Book Pack which is suggested to accompany that unit.

The full-color course book guides the parent through each lesson in the Motion and Simple Machines science course. Hands-on activities, access to captivating videos, video, vocabulary words, beautiful illustrations and images, along with engaging information is found throughout the course. Once you gather any simple lesson supplies, the lessons are open-and-go. Just turn to a lesson and start reading and learning together! This course is taught family-style and only one course book is needed per family. Don’t miss the read-aloud book pack and 7–8 extension book available below to expand learning!

• 64 pages
• Full-color
• 12 lessons
• Wire binding; 8.5″x11″

Lesson 1: Force and Motion
Lesson 2: Newton’s First Law
Lesson 3: Speed and Velocity
Lesson 4: Newton’s Second Law
Lesson 5: Gravity
Lesson 6: Newton’s Third Law
Lesson 7: Energy and Motion
Lesson 8: Simple Machines
Lesson 9: Wedges and Levers
Lesson 10: Inclined Planes, Wheels, and Axles
Lesson 11: Pulleys and Screws
Lesson 12: Project Day

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course. Purchase on the Motion and Simple Machines Course Set page.

PDF for self-printing

The full-color Course Book guides the parent through each lesson in the Motion and Simple Machines science course. Hands-on activities, vocabulary words, access to captivating videos, vocabulary words, mini books, beautiful illustrations and images, along with engaging information is found throughout the course. Once you gather any simple lesson supplies, the lessons are open-and-go. Just turn to a lesson and start reading and learning together! This course is taught family-style and only one Course Book is needed per family. 

• PDF for self-printing
• 64 pages
• Full-color
• 12 lessons

A Student Journal for each child is also needed to complete this course.

PDF for self-printing

Each student grades 3–6 needs their own copy of the 24-page Motion and Simple Machines Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities.

• PDF for self-printing
• 24 pages
• Full-color

PDF for self-printing

Each student grades 7–8 needs their own copy of the 56-page Motion and Simple Machines Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the Course Book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities. The grades 7–8  journal also includes a student-directed Lesson Extension for each lesson. These allow your older students to dive deeper into the lesson concepts.

• PDF for self-printing
• 56 pages
• Full-color

Each student grades 3–6 needs their own copy of the 24-page Motion and Simple Machines Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the course book will direct the student regarding when to complete the Student Journal activities.

• 24 pages
• Full-color
• Saddle-stitch binding; three-hole punched; perforated; 8.5″x11″

Each student grades 7–8 needs their own copy of the 56-page Motion and Simple Machines Student Journal which includes interactive activities, games, and worksheets the child will complete during the lessons. The parent-led lessons in the course book will direct the student regarding when to complete the student journal activities. The grades 7–8  journal also includes a student-directed lesson extension for each lesson. These allow your older students to dive deeper into the lesson concepts.

• 56 pages
• Full-color
• Saddle-stitch binding; three-hole punched; perforated; 8.5″x11″