Lifepac: More Information
Alpha Omega's LIFEPAC - ( Scope & Sequence )
LIFEPAC is a complete, 12-year Christian curriculum designed to teach five core subjects - Bible, Language Arts, Math, History & Geography, and Science - plus an array of secondary electives. The curriculum is composed of consumable work texts that conveniently combine subject text, exercises, projects, reviews, and tests.
Mastery Learning
LIFEPAC's full-color, work-text curriculum is based on the principle of mastery learning, in which students truly master the context and skills of one unit before progressing to the next. Different students learn at different speeds, so mastery learning ensures success by allowing each student to move at his or her own pace.
Critical Thinking Skills
Many specific LIFEPAC curriculum activities and questions require students to go beyond simple objective recall, asking them to instead think analytically and draw conclusions that require a conceptual understanding of the material.
Parental Involvement
You and your student will learn together as you guide your student through LIFEPAC's pre-designed lesson plans. Chart your child's academic growth through parent-directed activities, self-tests, and final unit tests. LIFEPAC's easy-to-follow teacher instructions allow you to follow your student's progress, while still allowing time to plan supplemental activities, field-trips, and other fun activities.
Purchasing - Complete 5 Subject Sets include a Teacher's Guide and 10 LIFEPACS in Bible, Language Arts, Math, History & Geography, and Science--which adds up to a complete year of curriculum. Boxed Sets of individual subjects (also with a Teacher's Guide and Set of 10 Lifepacs), and if you are buying for 2 students in the same grade or already have the Teacher Guides, you may purchase the workbook-only sets! (Electives vary from 5-10 LIFEPACs per set depending on whether they are full or half year course.)
LIFEPAC Resources
The easy to follow instructions in the Student Diagnostic Tests take the parent through the testing procedure one step at a time. Tests are available in elementary (Grades 1-8) and secondary (Grades 7-12) levels. Placement Tests cover Bible, Language Arts, Math, History & Geography, and Science; order according to the last grade the student has completed.
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| Parent Starter Kit -
Here's welcome help for homeschool parents. Designed specifically for
new homeschooling parents, or parents who are new to LIFEPAC
curriculum, this kit will help families get started on the right foot.
Contains:
1. A Parent's Guide to Mastering LIFEPAC Management- A LIFEPAC instruction manual.
2. LIFEPAC Scope & Sequence
3. Sample of LIFEPAC Language Arts 601.
Reading Basics Readers
- These first grade readers are now redesigned and newly illustrated.
Each reader includes 12 brand-new stories that are sure to delight your
first grade student. Corresponding comprehension questions have also
been added to the Reader Study Guide; these readers come in the Grade 1
Language Arts Boxed Set.
Early Reader Series Levels 1-3 - These books emphasize various stages of phonics by telling Bible stories following the indicated phonics level. Level 1 includes beautifully illustrated stories while using only short-vowel words. Level 2 contains words using the two-vowel rule. Level 3
continues to practice double-vowel words, r-controlled vowels, and
consonant blends. Each set contains five different story books (not
included in Boxed Sets).
LIFEPAC Core Subjects
Bible:
This unique developmental Bible series provides an in-depth academic
study of the teachings of both the Old and New Testaments. Teaching
fundamental Biblical truths, seven major themes are covered in most
grades: Christian Growth, Theology, Attributes of God, Christian
Evidences, Biblical Literature, Biblical Geography, and special topics,
which pertain to each grade level.
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| Language Arts: Language Arts emphasizes the improvement of communication skills. Students will study reading comprehension, grammar, handwriting, composition, spelling, literature, speaking, and listening. The integrated approach combines drill and analysis of grammar with immediate application in composition exercises.
Math: Practice and application characterize the LIFEPAC Mathematics series, emphasizing mastery of basic mathematic concepts. Grades 1-6 develop skills in counting, number relationships, number facts, place value, and computation. For Grades 7 and 8, pre-algebra and pre-geometry are emphasized. Having mastered these concepts, Grades 9-12 move on to the more challenging topics.
History & Geography: Lifepac's History & Geography curriculum begins with a study of the student's family and neighborhood and concludes with a study of democracy and special challenges facing the Christian in today's society. The LIFEPAC series takes full advantage of opportunities to integrate the application of spiritual principles in a meaningful way. World history is presented from a Biblical viewpoint.
Science: Beginning with God's creation, students are led to a more in-depth knowledge about God and the multiple facets of his environment. In Grades 1-8, topics cover basic knowledge about man and his physical environment. Health studies covering proper nutrition, hygiene, and disease are discussed. For secondary courses, Grades 9-12 teach Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Science Experiments Videos: Grades 4-10 offer a supplementary video for the LIFEPAC Science course. It's a "must have" to show students how to perform science experiments in economical and creative ways. Step-by-step instruction is led by Scientists who guide the student through the LIFEPAC experiments and projects. Videos are not included in boxed sets and must be ordered separately.
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| LIFEPAC Electives
LIFEPAC Electives add interesting options to the LIFEPAC Curriculum. Our extra-credit Electives are authored and designed to the same standards as our award-winning LIFEPAC curriculum. They feature the learning-friendly format that Alpha Omega Publications is famous for.
Beginning Drawing with Thomas Kinkade - A one-semester course using the Lifepac format to instruct the student in how to draw using national art standards, while biblical integration is featured in the Teachers Manual. Includes 5 Lifepacs, Teachers Manual and 1 DVD. Approximately 2 hours of video instruction is provided; not all lessons require the DVD. Each unit takes about 50 minutes to complete; working once or twice a week, students can expect to complete the course within the semester. A grading guide is included using national art standards for line, texture form, etc. Grades 3-5 with additional activities in the Teachers Manual to extend the course for grades 6-8.
Civics - A one-semester course designed for either the vocational high school student or the advanced junior high student. Civics covers a range of important topics from the foundations and structures of American government and the history of the Constitution to civil rights and foreign affairs. Grades 7-12.
Computer Literacy - Finally a computer course with the convenience of the LIFEPAC curriculum! Alpha Omega now offers unique and educational computer courses to teach your students the basics of eight computer software programs. These courses include Professor Teaches tutorial CD-ROM with step-by-step instructions, practical exercises, and helpful narration. As students progress through the tutorial the two LIFEPAC workbooks test the student's knowledge of the material presented.
Courses offered: Windows 7, Excel, Front Page, Outlook, Powerpoint, Windows, Word, and Access .
System Requirements: Pentium PC or higher, Mircrosoft Windows 2000, 98, 95, or NT, Double speed CD-ROM drive, 16 MB RAM available, 2MB Hard Drive space available, 256 color VGA or higher display, Sound card w/speakers and/or headphones.
Foundations for Living: Studies in the Christian Worldview - This course will help your student realize that as Christian servants and leaders, all that they learn should be used to glorify God. It will demonstrate to the High School students that God's Word not only directly addresses them, but has practical instructions for virtually every situation they will encounter after graduation. Topics discussed include: man's purpose in the world, the Christian family and roles of family members, dating and courtship, education, art and politics.
Accounting - Today it's more important than ever that young people learn to manage money, whether it's for personal or business needs. Principles of money management and accounting are presented in this elective; an overview of accounting, debits and credits, journaling and posting transactions, financial statements, payroll accounting, taxes, and a business simulation activity are included. Grades 7+.
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| American Literature - As a supplement to the LIFEPAC Language Arts curriculum, this semester-long course introduces students to works by prominent American writers. Periods covered include Early American Literature (1600-1800), The Romantic Period (1800-1855), War and Reconciliation (1855-1915), The Modern Age (1915-1946), and From Modern to Post-modern (1946-present). Grades 7-12.
Art - A basic art curriculum with a practical hands-on format. A broad scope of topics is studied from principles of color, styles of art and perspective to portraiture, carving, and cartooning. Previous experience in art is not required. Grades 7-12.
British Literature - As a supplement to the LIFEPAC Language Arts curriculum, this semester-long course introduces students to important British authors. Periods covered include The Middle Ages (to 1485), Reformation & Renaissance Period (1661-1798), The Neoclassical & Romantic Period (1798-1832), The Victorian Age (1832-1901), and The Modern Era (20th Century). Grades 7-12.
Consumer Math - This supplementary math course trains the student in mathematical applications for daily use. Topics include family finances, occupations, business, and transportation. For high school students who have completed Algebra I and Geometry.
Health - This one-semester high school elective carefully considers the Christian view of health. This course teaches the importance of good nutrition, healthy exercise, and personal hygiene, yet also stresses how overall health is also affected by a person's spiritual, emotional, social, and environmental state.
Health Quest - This upper-elementary health course has been developed to help students gain an awareness of health as it applies personally to their own bodies, minds, and emotions, as well as generally in their living environment, community, and world. The students will learn to identify the components of a healthy lifestyle and set reasonable goals to achieve a lifestyle of wellness.
Home Economics - Soup to nuts, pattern to finished outfit--it's all here in our Home Economics course! Knowledge of Christian home life as well as financial freedom and character qualities are emphasized in this extensive program for the future homemaker. Grades 7+. |
| Spanish I -
This high-school-level course establishes appreciation of Spanish as
well as basic confidence and skill in thinking and speaking the Spanish
language. Students learn vocabulary and basic word order through
typical Spanish conversations in various settings, such as the home,
school, and town. Printed materials emphasize reading comprehension and
writing, while complementary audio cassette tapes help students verbal
language skills.
Spanish II
- This program begins with an intense grammar review in preparation for
the second year of foreign language study. Your student has had enough
experience with Spanish to now undertake a more thorough investigative
experience with Spanish to now undertake a more thorough investigation
of the language. Numerous activities will provide comprehensive
practice in all skill areas: speech, writing, listening, and reading.
LIFEPAC Select - These semester courses have been compiled by schools using Alpha Omega's LIFEPAC curriculum. The unique design of the worktext format has allowed instructors to mix and match LIFEPACS from four core subjects (Bible, Language Arts, Science, and History & Geography) to create alternative semester courses for junior high and high school students. These courses work particularly well as unit studies, as supplementary electives, or for meeting various school and state requirements.
Available courses: Astronomy, Composition, Geography, Geology, Life of Christ, Life Science, Mankind: Anthropology and Sociology Set |
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