These are websites, books, videos, and other resources that correlate with CC Cycle 3, week 9 New Grammar. A few quick disclaimers: I have used every resource that I list unless noted, but I may not have used it as intended. (For example, I may have selected worksheets from a unit study rather than having used it in its entirety.) Also, I am very comfortable editing books that I read to my children on the fly. If you are concerned about the level or content of a book or resource, please peruse in advance. Some links may direct to affiliate sites. For other CC-related posts and weekly resource links on this blog, click here.
SCIENCE
Carolina Biological has an infographic (downloadable) that outlines the lymphatic system.
Homeschool Helper has a notebooking page on the lymphatic system.
Highhill Education has an activity specifically designed to illustrate the workings of the spleen.
Crash Course has a video on the lymphatic system.
HomeschoolDen has a huge downloadable resource packet for studying the human body. It’s $4.50.
TpT has a resource for early elementary students for $4.
Homeschool Share has a free lapbook for you anatomy study.
Another free lapbook and unit study, this one from Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus. It has SO many printables that can be used in multiple ways.
The Magic Schoolbus Inside the Human Body is a classic. (I’m told Netflix has old episodes of the shows.)
The Melissa and Doug Human Anatomy Floor Puzzles are well worth the price!
Usborne has many great anatomy books, including the See Inside Your Body title.
You MUST have “Squishy Man,” aka Smart Lab Toys human body model with removable organs, or your child hasn’t really been homeschooled. LOL
For older learners, I highly recommend the Dover Human Anatomy Coloring Book as you progress through Cycle 3 Anatomy. It’s an easy way to add more information to your study without loading on tons of busywork.
We greatly enjoy Professor Noggin Trivia Games. This one is about the Human Body.
Learning Resources has a 3 ft. tall magnetic human anatomy set that is excellent for teaching at home or using as a tutor.
Melissa and Doug have an anatomically correct magnetic playset that is inexpensive and can be used with all ages.
The wearable human body project is fun for younger kids.
HISTORY
I have a curated list of living history books for weeks 7-12 here.
American Battlefield Trust has a page outlining some of the reasons for secession. Extensive lesson plans are also available.
History.com has a page on the Confederate States of America.
The Digital Public Library of America has a set of online primary source documents related to secession.
Here is just one online timeline of the Civil War.
Study.com has a lesson on the Fugitive Slave Act.
KidsKonnect has a downloadable printout, as well as information on the Fugitive Slave Act.
The National Park Services has a junior ranger badge available for completing their booklet on Discovering the Underground Railroad.
National Geographic has an excellent page on the Underground Railroad.
Scholastic.com has resources on the Underground Railroad for younger children.
How Stuff Works outlines how the Underground Railroad worked.
The Newton House Museum is worth a virtual visit.
Khan Academy summarizes the Dred Scott decision.
For older learners, sharing this reply to the Dred Scott decision from Abraham Lincoln will add a whole new layer of dialogue to the study.
History.com also has a page on Dred Scott.
ENGLISH
Need a video on this week’s irregular verbs? Here’s a great one.
Another detailed explanation that helps you know when to use which verb.
A quick set of examples on usage. (I just read them out loud and my kids filled in the blacks orally.)
K5 learning has tons of worksheets on verbs, arranged by approximate grade level. (Here is one for this week.)
MATH
Super Teacher Worksheets has so many great skip counting resources.
Skip counting worksheet 1-15.
Skip Counting mazes.
Skip counting puzzles for Abecedarians.
Scholastic offers dot-to-dots of multiplication problems.
Free printable flashcards from 1-15!
Add some living math books with Anno’s Counting Book, and Anno’s Mysterious Multiplying Jar, by Mitsumasa Anno
GEOGRAPHY
Shepard Software has games galore for U.S. geography.
Seterra has games that quiz states and capitals.
LizardPoint has a game whose parameters you can customize.
Owl & Mouse has games as well.
TpT has many neat ways to study this week’s states, including learning about the region’s birds and history.
A 4th grade public school teacher gathered these great resources and has made them available for free.
Half a Hundred Acre Wood has a fantastic file folder game that is FREE. Great for introducing (via “show me, tell me”) and also reviewing.
FileFolderFun’s Passport to America game focuses on landmarks, and it a great way to go beyond simply naming and actually learning more about the individual states and their histories.
LATIN
Family Style Schooling has this extensive set of Latin worksheets designed to help kids get ready to Challenge A! I’m using them as a precursor to the Henle Prep workbooks recommended by a good friend who is already navigating the Challenge years.
Latinata.com has some basic games for review.
FINE ARTS
Week 9 tin whistle helps:
Week 9 video.
Another engaging video.
Homegrown Learners has a page full of teaching tips that work in the classroom as well as at home.
My Morning Basket Plans, which bring hymns, poetry, classical music and great art into your Cycle 3 day, are available on Etsy!