Provide your teenagers with the tools to be good stewards of their bodies and their choices. Apologia’s Health and Nutrition Basic Set Second Edition includes the Textbook and Student Notebook to cover what maturing students need to know as they become young adults. This course may count for one semester or full year elective credit. 439 page softcover and 365 page spiral softcover. Grades 9 – 12.
Exploring Creation with Health and Nutrition Second Edition Textbook contains 15 modules full of detailed illustrations, diagrams, and photos that explore the physical, nutritional, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual aspects of growing into a healthy adult. Students will study the human body systems, senses, genetics, temperaments, and physical influences on thoughts and feelings. Emotional stability and mental illness is respectfully covered, as well as the value of another human being, our culture, our biological sex as related to our gender roles, our families, socialization, communication skills, and conflict resolution skills. Your high-schooler will gain an in-depth knowledge of both macronutrients and micronutrients, including the importance of exercise and proper diet.
The companion resource, Health and Nutrition Student Notebook Second Edition, contains all the projects, study guides, and exams needed to complete Apologia’s Health and Nutrition Second Edition 15-module course. Designed to help your high schooler be independent and responsible for their course work, there is plenty of room for taking notes on the textbook reading assignments to help your student stay focused on the content and review for exams. The Notebook also includes full descriptions and steps for the 50+ projects that are assigned in the Textbook. The study guides help with preparation for exams and there are places to write answers for the “On Your Own” questions to master understanding of the material.
Parental Note: This is a full health textbook. Some students may not be mature enough to discuss some of the topics. The reproductive systems are covered in detail, including accurate, yet respectful, illustrations and descriptions. The text respectfully discusses the act of marriage, sexual misconduct, pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases. In addition, chapters discuss alcohol and drug abuse, depression, pornography, and other topics that also require maturity. Please use your knowledge of your students to decide if this course is appropriate for their maturity levels.
