These are websites, books, videos, and other resources that correlate with CC Cycle 3, week 11 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
The analogy used in this Elephango lesson helped my kids understand the structure of the endocrine system quite well.
These slides are detailed, and have an abundance of information you’ll need to wade through as you discuss, but work quite well as visuals for older learners. (Could be great for a presentation as well.)
TedED has a detailed video best for bigger kids.
If you aren’t already using The Way We Work in your anatomy lessons, I recommend picking it up at the library for this week’s explanation. The drawings break the process down into such an easy-to-understand, step-by-step process!
Kids’ Health has an animated video aimed at younger learners.
This paper model of the endocrine system is a great idea for kids K-2.
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.
Take a virtual tour of the Gettysburg National Military Park. Also check out Harpers Ferry, Fort Scott, Antietam, Fort Pulaski, Andersonville, and Chickamauga and Chattanooga. There are so many more worth researching; check to see if your area has any sites or museums worth visiting.
The National Park Service has an exhaustive, 100+ page lesson plan available online that covers amazingly diverse topics related to the Civil War. The resources on battlefield hospitals were fascinating when I took this tour with my now-adult, medical-minded learner many years ago.
The Atlantic has a commemorative issue of the Civil War that has tons of articles, but most interesting for kids will be the many included photos. (Be sure to scroll through The Places, and The People, as well as The Stereographs.)
Bring the names and places to life by browsing this database of soldiers and sailors– actual participants in the war. Input your own last name, or look for connections from your state, county, or town.
The Ken Burns film, The Civil War, has an excellent PBS site that is full of wonderful resources.
Not interested in bloody battles and tactics? Learn about Clara Barton, Walt Whitman, or Frederick Douglas.
This exhaustive timeline of the Civil War is useful in organizing dates and names.
The Civil War Reenactment Headquarters has articles of interest, as well as ways to find local events.
The Underground Railroad is a fascinating study to complement the Civil War, and has so many facets. This one, on quilts, is one of my favorites.
ENGLISH
K12 Readers has a worksheet in usage.
K5 learning has tons of worksheets on verbs, arranged by approximate grade level.
MATH
My Favorite Kind of Crazy has a FREE printable for filling in while skip counting the cubes. Great for slipping into a page protector and letting kids write with dry erase while they listen to the song. She also has a cubes cube you can assemble!
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 10 tin whistle helps:
A great video with help for week 11’s lesson.
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!