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  • Life Science 3-Book Set, 2nd Edition

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    • The complete Life Science homeschool curriculum for middle school from Science Shepherd. Includes everything you need to get started; a Textbook, Answer Key & Parent Companion, and Test Booklet.

      Developed by physician and homeschool dad Scott Hardin, MD, Science Shepherd Life Science homeschool curriculum is a robust yet easy-to-learn life science-based program for middle school / junior high. Life Science can also be used as an introductory science course for high school students who have not received a lot of science exposure. The curriculum integrates with optional lab material, available from Science Shepherd. With the supplementary teacher information included in the Answer Key & Parent Companion, parents can be involved in their student's learning without needing to be a science expert.

      Save 10% when you bundle with the optional Life Science Video Course.

      • Complete life science homeschool curriculum.
      • 300+ page Textbook with end of chapter study questions to help facilitate subject understanding; hardcover or eBook.
      • Test Booklet with 9 tests; paperback/consumable or PDF.
      • Answer Key & Parent Companion includes a 36-week schedule, study question answers, test answers and chapter summaries with key teaching points; paperback or eBook.
      • Written for independent study.
      • Fully developed by a homeschool family.
      • Choice of book format: print or digital (eBook Textbook and Answer Key & Parent Companion, PDF Test Booklet).
      • Recommended for middle school grades 6-8 (ages 11-14), or as an introductory biology in 9th grade (ages 14+)
      • 2nd Edition
      • ISBN-13: 9781733412063
      • All physical material printed in the USA
      • Internet/data connection required for digital content, charges may apply
    • The Digital 3-Book Set includes a PDF download of the Test Booklet and a 15-month subscription to the Textbook and Answer Key & Parent Companion eBooks. Please allow 2 business days for eBook orders to be processed. 15‑month access period begins once order is processed. eBooks are accessed via the RedShelf app and cannot be printed. Find the right version of the app for your device(s) below, or learn more about eBook features and our partnership with EdTech Solutions on our blog.

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    Award-Winning Homeschool Curriculum

    Science Shepherd for middle school is one of Cathy Duffy's 103 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum, a 2019 Teach Them Diligently Homeschool Family Favorite, and receives rave reviews from homeschool families. You can be confident that our Life Science homeschool curriculum will provide an excellent educational experience to your student.

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    Free Preview

    Watch a sample lesson video below, or enroll in a free preview of the Life Science Video Course through our student learning portal. The preview includes 3 complete lessons, a corresponding section of the Life Science Textbook, and a full chapter of online review questions.