Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1 Online with Books Homeschool Curriculum Online Video Course
Questions & AnswersFamily and Community and Science 1 are available together as a two-for-one special. These combined courses include two single-semester courses covering social studies and science.
Family and Community teaches children about family, communities, jobs, land, and the United States. Each topic will be presented within the framework of God’s redemptive plan. Mrs. Lawson focuses on the development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in the social studies.
Science 1 introduces children to basic science process skills and topics including plants, animals, the human body, earth, space, light, and sound. Mrs. Overly wants her students to develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for God’s creation so they can begin to understand foundational science facts and skills from a biblical worldview.
What should 1st-grade students expect in Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1?
In Heritage Studies 1, every lesson will include a lively introduction to the lesson, followed by reading with Mrs. Lawson, and teaching segments that make learning fun. Mrs. Lawson will encourage children to follow along in their textbooks, but they do not need to be able to read or be confident readers to begin this course, as she will often read aloud for the lesson.
In Science 1, lessons will include reading directed by Mrs. Overly, followed by discussion time with questions and investigations, explorations, and STEM activities for hands-on learning. Lessons will also include activity pages for understanding and review.
Special Features for Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1
Heritage Studies 1 Features
Heritage Kids
A special-segment series in which characters from the textbook participate in scenarios that illustrate topics.
Who? What? When?
A special-segment series that introduces famous people.
Pop in with Lewis
A special-segment series with Lewis the lion that gives background information, videos, and pictures to help children explore different topics.
Science 1 Features
Science Brain
A special-segment series with a student scientist who discusses STEM careers, famous scientists, and science concepts.
Chapter Reviews with Mr. Beaks
A special-segment series giving students review time with our toucan friend, Mr. Beaks.
How should students prepare for heritage studies and science lessons?
For both courses, children should have their student editions and student activities pages ready for the lesson. Children should be prepared to follow along in their books for reading-skill development, but they do not need to be able to read.
Reading assignments ahead of time is not required for either course. Both Mrs. Lawson and Mrs. Overly will be reading the lessons aloud in the video.
What will students need to do after the lesson?
Children should complete assigned student activity pages after the lesson is over. Science lessons may include an investigation, exploration, or STEM activity to be completed after the lesson.
For retention, it may be helpful for a parent to read lessons aloud to struggling readers after the lesson is over.
Course Planning
Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1 are two 90-day (one-semester courses) designed to give 180 total days of work for social studies and science learning. We recommend beginning the year with Heritage Studies 1 and ending with Science 1.
Course Details
Teacher Information: Mrs. Lawson and Mrs. Overly teach these courses. Learn about them by selecting the Instructor tab.
What’s Included: This kit includes all required printed materials and digital access to streaming video and additional, optional items. See the Contents tab for items that will be shipped to you.
Scheduling Information: two 90-day courses; lessons average 15 minutes each.
Additional Resources Available
Logos Science Lab Kit for Science 1
Activities will recommend additional supplies for hands-on application. Many of these supplies will be common household items and materials, but a preassembled science kit is available.
About Online Video Courses
This online video course subscription gives you access to an all-in-one homeschool curriculum. It gives your students access to engaging lessons from expert teachers and helps you to meet your state’s work and time requirements for your homeschool year. Use Steps 1–2 to customize your kit format. Grade kits include a third step allowing you to customize the grade level of some courses and add elective courses.
With all online orders, textbooks ship right away, and you will receive access to all current courses as soon as your order processes. You will have 20 months from your purchase date to complete online courses.
Family and Community and Science 1 are available together as a two-for-one special. These combined courses include two single-semester courses covering social studies and science.
Family and Community teaches children about family, communities, jobs, land, and the United States. Each topic will be presented within the framework of God’s redemptive plan. Mrs. Lawson focuses on the development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in the social studies.
Science 1 introduces children to basic science process skills and topics including plants, animals, the human body, earth, space, light, and sound. Mrs. Overly wants her students to develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for God’s creation so they can begin to understand foundational science facts and skills from a biblical worldview.
What should 1st-grade students expect in Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1?
In Heritage Studies 1, every lesson will include a lively introduction to the lesson, followed by reading with Mrs. Lawson, and teaching segments that make learning fun. Mrs. Lawson will encourage children to follow along in their textbooks, but they do not need to be able to read or be confident readers to begin this course, as she will often read aloud for the lesson.
In Science 1, lessons will include reading directed by Mrs. Overly, followed by discussion time with questions and investigations, explorations, and STEM activities for hands-on learning. Lessons will also include activity pages for understanding and review.
Special Features for Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1
Heritage Studies 1 Features
Heritage Kids
A special-segment series in which characters from the textbook participate in scenarios that illustrate topics.
Who? What? When?
A special-segment series that introduces famous people.
Pop in with Lewis
A special-segment series with Lewis the lion that gives background information, videos, and pictures to help children explore different topics.
Science 1 Features
Science Brain
A special-segment series with a student scientist who discusses STEM careers, famous scientists, and science concepts.
Chapter Reviews with Mr. Beaks
A special-segment series giving students review time with our toucan friend, Mr. Beaks.
How should students prepare for heritage studies and science lessons?
For both courses, children should have their student editions and student activities pages ready for the lesson. Children should be prepared to follow along in their books for reading-skill development, but they do not need to be able to read.
Reading assignments ahead of time is not required for either course. Both Mrs. Lawson and Mrs. Overly will be reading the lessons aloud in the video.
What will students need to do after the lesson?
Children should complete assigned student activity pages after the lesson is over. Science lessons may include an investigation, exploration, or STEM activity to be completed after the lesson.
For retention, it may be helpful for a parent to read lessons aloud to struggling readers after the lesson is over.
Course Planning
Heritage Studies 1 and Science 1 are two 90-day (one-semester courses) designed to give 180 total days of work for social studies and science learning. We recommend beginning the year with Heritage Studies 1 and ending with Science 1.
Course Details
Teacher Information: Mrs. Lawson and Mrs. Overly teach these courses. Learn about them by selecting the Instructor tab.
What’s Included: This kit includes all required printed materials and digital access to streaming video and additional, optional items. See the Contents tab for items that will be shipped to you.
Scheduling Information: two 90-day courses; lessons average 15 minutes each.
Additional Resources Available
Logos Science Lab Kit for Science 1
Activities will recommend additional supplies for hands-on application. Many of these supplies will be common household items and materials, but a preassembled science kit is available.
About Online Video Courses
This online video course subscription gives you access to an all-in-one homeschool curriculum. It gives your students access to engaging lessons from expert teachers and helps you to meet your state’s work and time requirements for your homeschool year. Use Steps 1–2 to customize your kit format. Grade kits include a third step allowing you to customize the grade level of some courses and add elective courses.
With all online orders, textbooks ship right away, and you will receive access to all current courses as soon as your order processes. You will have 20 months from your purchase date to complete online courses.
Mrs. Sarah Lawson, BS
Mrs. Lawson has five years' experience teaching in the classroom and over ten years at BJU Distance Learning. "One of my goals in teaching is to help your child feel successful at his present level and to encourage him to improve. I wanted to be a teacher from the time I was a little girl, and I’m thankful to the Lord for letting me teach your child through this Distance Learning program."
Mrs. Debra Overly, BS, MS
Mrs. Overly, a mother of three, has experience teaching several elementary grades. "I want to encourage each child to look forward to learning each day and also to provide sufficient practice and review activities to help alleviate mom’s workload. Most importantly, I want to present Christ in each subject that I teach. Each child should hear the gospel and then see in a very practical way how it can change a sinner."
- Copyright Year - 2022
- Edition - 4th ed.
- Format - Distance Learning Online
- Grade Level - 1
- Publisher - BJU Press
Technical Requirements for the BJU Press Homeschool Hub
- Compatible Devices: Windows Desktop and Laptops, MacOS devices, iOS devices, Android devices, and Kindle Fire tablets (other devices may be compatible)
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- Adobe Acrobat Reader 7 or later
- High-speed internet connection: LAN, Cable or DSL Modem
- An active email account
