8th Grade Curriculum

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Sonlight H includes History / Bible / Literature.

Language Arts H is linked to History / Bible / Literature H

Well-rounded writers require a blend of grammar, mechanics, and creative instruction. This program provides each. From haiku to the research paper, from gerunds to participles, from writing a superb literary hook to avoiding fragments, students gain tools to become more effective communicators.

Includes the following resources for teaching all Science H - Technology subjects: full Schedule; Teaching Helps; student Activity Sheets; separate parent full answers and definitions; and much more. Ready for your binder.

Insightful comparison of Christianity to several other key religions. Concise, accessible arguments against today's tolerant culture and for faith in Jesus. An easy-to-read apologetics work.

Engaging look at the everyday temptations and pressures today's teens face. Using famous teens in the Bible as examples, this book will challenge students to re-evaluate their identity as Christians and transform their lives.

Living by faith is what all Christians — not just those in "full time" ministry — are called to do. A challenging examination of the interaction between faith, obedience, and generosity.

Should we obey God or man?

The Story of the World Volume 3 covers early modern times and the major historical events in the years 1600 to 1850. It includes maps, illustrations, and biographies.

The Story of the World Volume 4 covers the Modern Age and its major historical events from 1850 to the present, in the same style as Volume 3.

The Algebra 1 Instruction Pack contains the instruction manual with lesson-by-lesson instructions and detailed solutions, and the DVD with lesson-by-lesson video instruction.

In "The Singing Tree" by Kate Seredy, life changes drastically for Kate and Jancsi when Jancsi's father is called to
battle in World War I and the children are left in charge of the farm.

A charming story about an orphan who goes to live with her distant uncle only to solve a long family mystery.

Incredible true story of a girl so inspired by the Bible that she determines to get a copy—whatever it takes! Timeless, unforgettable, and sure to inspire future generations.

The story of a Danish family's role in subverting their Nazi oppressor's evil designs. This selection from our read-aloud books is a gripping, moving story.

The Classic Poetry book includes gripping poems and stunning illustrations that make this anthology enjoyable and accessible. An inviting introduction to timeless classical poetry, it includes thoughtful statements about each featured poet-from Shakespeare to Emily Dickinson to Langston Hughes.

A dramatic, suspenseful tale of Samuel Russell, a pacifist Quaker, and Stands Straight, an Abenaki Indian scouting for King George. In the summer of 1777, these two young boys share an encounter neither will ever forget. Thoughtful.

Alice, after witnessing her father's murder, flees and takes refuge with the choirboys of a large cathedral. Full of intrigue. A great story set in the Elizabethan era.

As a "mudlark," the orphan, Eel, spends his days in the River Thames, searching for odds and ends to sell. As if being an orphan isn't hard enough, Eel is hunted by Fisheye Bill Tyler, the nastiest man on the streets. Add in a secret that costs Eel four shillings a week to keep, and an outbreak of the "blue death," and you have the makings of engaging fiction for young adults.

When a precious ruby is stolen, Seikei is the only witness, and a famous samurai judge needs his help. Soon they are hot on the trail of the ruby — and an unforgettable adventure. A delightful Sherlock Holmes-style mystery.

From 1837 to 1838, thousands of Cherokee Indians were forced to march from their homelands in Georgia to live in exile in Arkansas. Fighting bitter cold and blazing heat with little food or water, one out of every four died. A sad, but moving account of the Trail of Tears.

Parvana lives in a bombed-out apartment in Afghanistan. When her father is arrested by the Taliban, Parvana must become the breadwinner for her family. Set against the backdrop of war and religious fanaticism, Parvana's struggle to survive is sobering, yet uplifting.

Sookan lives through the brutal Japanese occupation and escapes North Korea during the Communist takeover. An eye-opening story of the human spirit in an unjust world. Sad, but unforgettable.

Jancsi, a Hungarian boy in the early 1900s, is overjoyed that his cousin is coming to spend the summer at his father's ranch on the Hungarian plains. Their summer proves more adventurous than he had hoped when headstrong Kate arrives. A joyous book.

Forrest works inside the Tower of London in the 1730s. He is supposed to guard the noble Maddy ... who faces execution. But will Maddy escape?

On a fall day in 1686, 9-year-old Daniel Bonnet's comfortable life is shattered when the king's soldiers destroy his family's weaving shop. Because they are Protestant and refuse to convert to the king's religion, the Bonnets must flee France.

Taken prisoner by the Russians in 1941 and shipped by cattle car to a forced-labor camp in Siberia, Esther Hautzig, her mother and grandmother managed to stay together and to keep each other alive through near starvation and arctic winters.

Betsy Balcombe is a headstrong teenager whose family has a most unusual house guest: Napoleon Bonaparte. An interesting and intimate look at the life of one of the most fascinating figures of our time.

Katya Ivanova grows up with the Russian royal family.

National Book Award. Married and promptly widowed at 13, Koly finds herself in the grim position of being cast out by a society that has no place for girls like her. Through friends and her skills, Koly overcomes. A compelling picture of a different world.

Awaiting trial for withholding gold from the king, 17-year-old cartographer Esteban recalls his adventures with a band of ruthless conquistadors. Filled with unforgettable characters, action, romance, and danger.

Nory Ryan's family has lived on the west coast of Ireland for generations. Times are never easy, but this year, a terrible blight attacks the potatoes.

Nearly a year after World War II broke out in Europe, the Norwegian freighter Bomma reached Baltimore with a cargo of gold bullion worth $9 million.

Jacques Chenier finds himself caught up in the anarchy and terror of the French Revolution — and in a struggle to free himself from his own prison of bitterness.

An absolutely delightful collection of true stories about an American boy who grew up in the Amazon rainforest.

When a 14-year-old Chinese girl realizes her new baby sister will be sent away to uphold tradition and comply with the law of the land, she determines not to let that happen. Instead, she leaves home in the middle of the night, vowing never to return ?

Organize all your homeschool papers in one sturdy and convenient binder. With tabs that match your Sonlight^® History, Language Arts, and Science Instructor's Guides, you'll always know where to find each week's schedule, notes and study guides.

Energy is a vital part of our lives. Learn about the history and science of the world's energy sources, from nonrenewable fossil fuels such as oil and natural gas to renewable sources such as solar and wind.

Introduces key environmental issues – wind and solar power, pollution, endangered species, global warming, and recycling - and proposes potential solutions. Learn how to respect and protect our unique planet.

Robots were once only found in science fiction, but now they are everywhere. Learn how to come up with creative solutions to tricky problems by making your own simple robots.

Learn about the dynamic individuals and revolutionary innovations that impacted the lives of rich and poor, city-dweller and farmer, and changed the course of the modern world.

Discover what happens when you throw things out.

Investigate amazing waterways and barriers, from ancient aqueducts to the Hoover Dam.

Learn the answers to many climate questions and see the world of weather in dramatic photos and lively illustrations.

Flying cars, teleportation, and 3-D printers. Lift the unique laptop-inspired book cover on this title to learn the secrets behind the latest gadgets and gizmos, state-of-the-art buildings, and life-changing technologies. Includes more than 250 full-color images, X-rays, thermal imaging, digital artworks, cross-sections, and cutaways.