Historical Atlas of the Viking World

January 21st, 2008

image0099.JPGby Angus Konstam  $40.00

This beautiful hardback book reveals the exciting tapestry of Viking society, unravelling the complexities of Viking history, beliefs and artistic achievements over a period of 300 years. The informative text, detailed maps, photographs and illustrations bring to life the world of this vital and fascinating people who changed the face of Europe -and the world- forever.

A great accompaniment to the Viking Quest series.

Covers the following topics:

The Scandinavian Homeland; Viking Religious Belief; Viking Ships; The Sea Raiders; Viking Art and Literature; Exploring the Northern Seas; Viking Warriors; A Scandinavian Empire; Rivers to the East; Last of the Vikings; Appendix: Viking and Anglos-Saxon Kings.

Body by Design

January 14th, 2008

body-by-design.JPGby Alan L. Gillen $28.00

Body by Design defines the basic anatomy and physiology in each of 11 body systems from a creational viewpoint. Every chapter explores the wonder, beauty and creation of the human body, giving evidence for creation, while exposing faulty evolutionistic reasoning.

Special explorations into each body system look closely at disease apsects, current events, and discoveries, while profiling the classic and contemporary scientists and physicians who have made remarkable breakthroughs in studies of the human body.

* Good for Christian highscool or college students

*Graphs, tables, focus sections, diagrams and illustrations to provide clear examples and explanations of ideas presented.

*Questions at the end of each chapter challenge the student to think through the evidence presented.

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Universe by Design

January 14th, 2008

universe-by-design.JPGby Dr Danny Falkner $28.00

Some astronomers look at the stars and planets through a telescope. In this unique book, author Danny
Faulkner views them through a biblical perspective. Written for the well-read layman, high school through
adult age, Universe by Design explores and explains the historical development of this science, including
current ideas in the field. From a creationist standpoint, Faulkner also addresses common misconceptions,
difficulties, and critiques about relativity and cosmology. This book would be an excellent
supplement to any home school curriculum. Includes: • Contributions of Ptolemy, Galileo, Brahe,
Newton, Hubble, Einstein, and other famous scientists to the field of cosmology • Many diagrams
and illustrations • Theories and facts on the origin and expansion of the universe • Thorough discussion
of the big bang and the problems with it • Many examples and analogies to help understand
concepts of cosmology. God’s awesome power is reflected in every star and planet in the universe around us!

Challenging questions at the end of every chapter. Grades 7-12. +

Baby

January 9th, 2008

by Sandi Queen $8.00

This book is appropriate for older children who have read From Girl to Woman or From Boy to Man, depending upon gender. Explains not only where babies come from (very discreetly, of course), but how they fit into God’s glorious plan. Teaches the sanctity of life, & the importance of MARRIAGE first, no matter what the world says.

Keys to the Classics: A Biblical Analysis of the Great Books of Western Civilization

January 8th, 2008

keys2classic-student.jpgby Dennis Oliver Woods

Two Vol Set $75.00

This is a great book to use with your older children as you move through your history studies.

The biographical sketches appear in order of publication date which gives a good overview of the important authors.

Student Text

Includes biblical analysis of 50 classical authors (Homer to Van Til) Student emerges from this study with a rock solid biblical worldview. Each essay covers biography, historical background, summary, historical implications, biblical analysis, and application. Thirty-question quiz for each essay to test your understanding, plus reading assignments in the classics and discussion questions. Memory icon/keys help students grasp basic theme of each philosopher.

Teacher’s Guide

Includes objectives and lesson plans. Explains how to use the course at home or in the classroom. Short answers to quiz questions and nearly 500 open-end questions posed in Keys to the Classics makes this Guide an easily understood, philosophical treatise in its own right — Some are even calling this Philosophy for Dummies.

For grades 7-12.

Please see a review by The Old Schoolhouse magazine here.

Pathway Publishers

January 7th, 2008

Pathway Publishers produce readers for Amish schools. Their books are high quality cloth bound hardbacks.

Wholesome stories about farm and family life, animals and character building. Quaint, non-distracting black & white line drawings. These are very endearing books.

The workbooks are thorough and of a high accademic standard, generally covering comprehension, vocabulary, and phonics/spelling rules. Teachers editions are available.

Pathway Reader Grade 1 (1)

January 7th, 2008

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First Steps $14.00

Pathway Reader Grade 1 (2)

January 7th, 2008

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Days Go By $14.00

Pathway Reader Grade 1 (3)

January 7th, 2008

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More Days Go By $14.00

Pathway Reader Grade 2 (1)

January 7th, 2008

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Busy Times $15.00

Busy Times Workbook $6.00