Health and the Physical Body: Quick Start

Welcome to The Good and the Beautiful Health and the Physical Body

This family-style course is fun and simple to teach!

Examine the unique way God created our bodies. Learn how our cells work together to help us breathe, digest food, move, and much more. 

Lessons on nutrition and hygiene give children the building blocks for a healthy lifestyle.

But first, let’s look at what is included in the course and how to get started.

Required Items

Science Unit Study

One unit study book needed per family.

Grades 3–6 Student Journal

One student journal needed per child in grades 3–6.

Grades 7–8 Student Journal

One student journal needed per child in grades 7–8.

*Copyright: If you use this science course in a group setting, you must purchase an physical copy of the unit book for each set of eight children in the class. You must purchase a student journal for each child who will be completing the unit.

Health and the Physical Body Unit Information

Science Journal

Student Journal

Each student needs his or her own student journal. Lessons direct the child when to complete the activities in the journal.

Lesson Mini Books

Lesson Preparation

Just open and go! Your Health and the Physical Body Science Unit Study arrives wire bound. Each student needs his or her own perfect bound Student Journal.

Science Wall

Science Wall Vocabulary

Cut apart the vocabulary words now, so they are ready to be placed on your science wall. The course tells you when to use these.

Lesson Preparation

Activities

Engage children with hands-on activities. Always use appropriate adult supervision. A complete supply list is found here.

For Younger Children

Some lessons include extra content for younger children (grades 3–6). Parents or teachers may choose to skip this content if instructing only older children.

For Older Children

Some lessons include extra content for older children (grades 7–8). Parents or teachers may choose to skip this content if instructing only younger children. Read more about lesson extensions in our unit information download found below.

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Unit Videos

Some lessons include videos that complement the lesson. Have a device available that is capable of playing videos. Videos can be found here or from The Good and the Beautiful Homeschool app.

New Discoveries

New discoveries in all fields of science are ongoing. The Good and the Beautiful reviews and revises science units periodically to keep information as up-to-date as possible.

Health and the Human Body Unit Information

The Good and the Beautiful Science Courses Unit Information

Click here for a printable download of this information.
It includes a complete materials-needed list for your convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Visit our Science FAQs page where you will find answers to frequently asked questions, helpful videos, and other resources.

How to Download Files

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Email Customer Support

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