The Part 1 Course Book is the first of two consumable, open-and-go workbooks that include all teaching material and are directed to the student. Lessons guide students step-by-step through each concept and tell them when to move to the online portion. 

The full-color workbook is filled with beautiful artwork, guided writing instruction, clear grammar teaching, geography connections, meaningful reading comprehension activities, and so much more! The Part 1 Course Book includes 59 lessons in 3 units, including 6 project lessons and 3 unit assessments.

• 253 pages
• Full-color illlustrations
• Paperback; layflat binding; 8.5"x11"

---

The Course Book Part 1: Level 4 Language Arts is the first book in the two-part course book set. These books are available for purchase individually or as part of the Level 4 Language Arts Course Set.

 

The Part 2 Course Book is the first of two consumable, open-and-go workbooks that include all teaching material and are directed to the student. Lessons guide students step-by-step through each concept and tell them when to move to the online portion.

The full-color workbook is filled with beautiful artwork, guided writing instruction, clear grammar teaching, geography connections, meaningful reading comprehension activities, and so much more! This course book includes 61 lessons in 3 units, including 6 project lessons and 3 unit assessments. 

• 329 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback; layflat binding; 8.5”x11”

---

The Course Book Part 2: Level 4 Language Arts is the second book in the two-part course book set. These books are available for purchase individually or as part of the Level 4 Language Arts Course Set.

The non-consumable Level 4 Answer Key provides all the answers for the lessons in the Language Arts 4 Part 1 and Part 2 course books. Organized with two course book pages per answer key page, this key only includes pages for which the child has to write information on the course book page.

• 232 pages
• Non-consumable; full-color pages
• Paperback; layflat binding; 11"x8.5"

---

The Level 4 Answer Key can be purchased individually or as part of the Level 4 Language Arts Course Set. Only one is needed per family.

Level 4

Leo's life is simple—he makes instruments with Pastor Hill and helps on his family’s goat farm. The last thing Leo expects when he wakes up on a seemingly ordinary morning is to be thrust into a devious scheme that leads to an unexpected adventure. Through it all Leo learns to do the right thing, rise to new challenges, and trust in God. With a focus on the power of family, unity, and resourcefulness, Leo and the Lighthouse will inspire young readers at every turn.

• 336 pages
• Paperback; perfect binding: 5.5"x8.5"

---

Leo and the Lighthouse is correlated with the Level 4 Language Arts course. It can be purchased individually or as part of the Level 4 Language Arts Course Set. 

Level 4

In the shadow of World War I, twelve-year-old Nettie Alix is thrust into a world of secrets, coded messages, and resistance. From the bustling streets of Paris to the olive groves of Tuscany to the towering Alps of Switzerland, Nettie embarks on a perilous journey to reunite with her family and uncover the truth behind her father’s mysterious music. Along the way, she discovers the power of kindness, courage, and hope in the face of darkness. Nettie’s Letters is a poignant story of bravery, family, and the small acts of love that can change the world. 

• 352 pages
• Paperback; perfect binding; 5.5"x8.5"

---

Nettie's Letters is correlated with the Level 4 Language Arts course and can be purchased individually or as part of the Level 4 Language Arts Course Set. 

Level 4

An unexpected accident leaves twelve-year-old Anya and her older brother, Dmitri, traversing the Alaskan wilderness with a single goal: find their father’s friend Etok. They have a map, a letter, a small pouch containing a mysterious object, and a knowledgeable guide named Jack who promises to help them to their destination. Yet the beautiful Alaskan landscape can be unforgiving, and they’ve been warned to watch out for “The Snake”—a man nobody wants to cross. Aside from requiring great courage, their journey will bring lessons about trust, honesty, kindness, and forgiveness.

Whisper Creek is a read-together book that helps students develop fluency and independence in reading. 

• 190 pages
• Paperback; perfect binding; 5.5"x8.5"

---

Whisper Creek is correlated with the Level 4 Language Arts course. This read-together book can be purchased individually or as part of the Level 4 Language Arts Course Set or the Level 4 Book Set.

Our Simply Spelling Practice Books are an optional but recommended resource to go along with our completely FREE Simply Spelling online program. After each Simply Spelling session, students can use these books independently to practice any words and spelling rules they missed. Practice books can be used with any level, and students will need their own consumable book for each level. With fun themes and exercises, these books provide students with engaging ways to practice and review spelling words and rules. Including original sky-themed illustrations of air travel, transportation and other exciting activities Simply Spelling: Sky-High Adventures is recommended to be used alongside our Level 4 Language Arts Course, but it can be used with any level of our spelling program.

• 70 pages
• Full-color pages
• Paperback; saddle-stitch binding; 8.5"x11"

---

Most students go through one Simply Spelling Practice Book per year. Others who need more spelling help may use more than one per year. 

Levels 4–8

The nonconsumable Quick Reference Guide is strongly recommended to accompany the Levels 4-8 Language Arts courses from The Good and the Beautiful. This guide offers alphabetically arranged, easily accessible information on grammar, usage, punctuation, and vocabulary for a quick review of concepts or vocabulary words when needed. From sentence diagramming steps and various glossaries to parts-of-speech charts and handy vocabulary charts for each level 4–8 of language arts, this guide is sure to streamline and improve your homeschool experience.

• 151 pages
• Full-color illustrations and graphics
• Paperback; wire binding; 5.5"x8.5"

---

The Quick Reference Guide is a highly recommended resource and a perfect accompaniment to Levels 4–8 Language Arts courses. 

Handwriting Level 4 is for children in fourth grade. This course focuses primarily on cementing correct cursive letter formation and on teaching how to write cursive words and sentences using a unique colored dot system developed by Jenny Phillips. This technique makes it easy for children to correctly learn cursive with little to no help from parents. Level 4 also reviews print letter formation. If children have no experience with cursive writing, they should start with the Level 3 Handwriting course. The Good and the Beautiful handwriting courses include images, artwork, poetry, Bible verses, and quotes that support high character, faith, nature, and creativity. Drawing activities are incorporated throughout the course to make handwriting more enjoyable and increase fine motor skills. This workbook includes 100 sheets, which is 3–4 sheets per week for an average school year.

• Wire Binding
• Full Color with Colored Dot System
• 8.5”x11″

Master 13 of the most consistent and important spelling rules with these helpful flashcards! Each card has fill-in-the-blanks on one side and the complete spelling rule on the other side. While not integrated into our language arts courses, the rules covered are the same as the ones taught in our courses. 

• 13 full-color rule cards
• Laminated card stock
• 4.25"x5.5"

---

These cards are an optional extra resource created by the Good and the Beautiful Language Arts team and can be used for any language arts level beginning in Level K.

Print-at-home PDF

Our Simply Spelling Practice Books are an optional but recommended resource to go along with our completely FREE Simply Spelling online program. After each Simply Spelling session, students can use these books independently to practice any words and spelling rules they missed. Practice books can be used with any level, and students will need their own consumable book for each level. With fun themes and exercises, these books provide students with engaging ways to practice and review spelling words and rules. Including original sky-themed illustrations of air travel, transportation, and other exciting scenes Simply Spelling: Sky-High Adventures is recommended to be used alongside our Level 4 Language Arts Course, but it can be used with any level of our spelling program.

• Print-at-home PDF
• 70 pages
• Full-color pages

---

Most students go through one Simply Spelling Practice Book per year. Others who need more spelling help may use more than one per year. 

Levels 4–8

Print-at-home PDF

The nonconsumable Quick Reference Guide is strongly recommended to accompany the Levels 4-8 Language Arts courses from The Good and the Beautiful. This guide offers alphabetically arranged, easily accessible information on grammar, usage, punctuation, and vocabulary for a quick review of concepts or vocabulary words when needed. From sentence diagramming steps and various glossaries to parts-of-speech charts and handy vocabulary charts for each level 4–8 of language arts, this guide is sure to streamline and improve your homeschool experience.

• Print-at-home PDF
• 151 pages
• Full-color illustrations and graphics
• 5.5"x8.5"

---

The Quick Reference Guide (PDF) is a highly recommended resource and a perfect accompaniment to Levels 4–8 Language Arts courses. 

Print-at-home PDF

Handwriting Level 4 focuses primarily on cementing correct cursive letter formation and on teaching how to write cursive words and sentences with a unique colored dot system developed by Jenny Phillips. This program makes it easy for children to correctly learn cursive with little to no help from parents. Level 4 also includes print letter formation as review.

This course is divided into three sections. Each section covers new principles with plenty of practice.

Section 1 guides the child through the formation of each letter of the alphabet in cursive. The child begins to connect letters into words by following The Good and the Beautiful cursive color dot system. Section 2 teaches the child to write cursive words without color guides and prepares the child to write whole sentences in cursive without guides. Section 3 teaches the child to write entire sentences in cursive while reinforcing correct print formation.

The course also includes fun, inspiring, and beautiful drawing projects throughout. The images, artwork, and words used in this handwriting course are all designed to connect children to the good and the beautiful: family, faith, high moral character, and the wonders and beauty of nature and human life.

This workbook includes 100 lessons, which is 3–4 lessons per week for a normal school year.

Master 13 of the most consistent and important spelling rules with these helpful flashcards! Each card has fill-in-the-blanks on one side and the complete spelling rule on the other side. While not integrated into our language arts courses, the rules covered are the same as the ones taught in our courses. 

• 13 full-color rule cards in a handy PDF
  
• 4.25"x5.5"