jenniferlee Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I was looking at these on the tanglewood site and it says, "Christian themes" What does this mean? Is he anti-evolution or pro-YEC? thanks for any help. I am having a terrible time figuring out science for next year. I might ask some more questions later...:001_smile: Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen+4dc Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 We've been using Exploring the World of Chemistry this year. We've only read the first 10 chapters. So far the only "Christian" themes I have seen are that he refers to Biblilcal times on occasion or mentions a Biblical story. I suppose that makes them "Christian" but I haven't found it overly so, it doesn't seem to really affect the scientific facts he's giving. YMMV I'm sure others will chime in!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniferlee Posted April 21, 2010 Author Share Posted April 21, 2010 Jen, thanks for replying - are you enjoying the chemistry book in general? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori D. Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 ... the tanglewood site and it says, "Christian themes" What does this mean? Is he anti-evolution or pro-YEC? From what I've read on these boards, people tend to either really enjoy Tiner's books or find them really dull. Our DSs *really* enjoyed them; we all love science documentaries and so we liked reading about the discoveries scientists have made over the years. Of Tiner's books, we have read and enjoyed: Exploring Planet Earth (gr. 4-6) History of Medicine (gr. 4-8) World of Chemistry (gr. 5-8) World of Physics (gr. 5-8) World of Mathematics (gr. 6-9) As I recall, all the books focus on a progression through history in each science field by honing in each chapter on a key scientist and his/her discoveries, and so the Christian content tends to refer to the scientists' faith (if they were Christian). I believe there were the occasional Bible references. I honestly can't remember if there was any strong young Earth, Creation, or anti-Evolution content, but I'm inclined to think not, as usually strong worldviews in ANY direction tends to jump out at me. I am having a terrible time figuring out science for next year. The Tiner books are strictly informational from a history perspective, with no experiments or hand-on -- they are not a science program and don't teach science, but are a great supplement to a science program. BEST of luck in deciding what to use. Warmest regards, Lori D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniferlee Posted April 21, 2010 Author Share Posted April 21, 2010 Lori- thanks so much! That is just what I was looking for information-wise. As far as curriculum goes, I was thinking about using one of the elemental science programs for my younger kids and adding in the appropriate Tiner book for my 6th grader. She really loves science of all kinds and I think she would enjoy the informational aspect of his books. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 We are using the newest Tiner book, Exploring the World of Biology. It's mostly plant and animal biology, however the last chapter "Frauds, Hoaxes, and Wishful Thinking" talks about some of the "frauds" of early man. It doesn't outright deny Darwinism, but it's implied. It could easily be skipped or used as discussion material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Lori-thanks so much! That is just what I was looking for information-wise. As far as curriculum goes, I was thinking about using one of the elemental science programs for my younger kids and adding in the appropriate Tiner book for my 6th grader. She really loves science of all kinds and I think she would enjoy the informational aspect of his books. Jen I'm using this with my 6th grader. He reads a chapter and we do the quiz together. I do like that the chapters are fairly uniform in length, so it's easy to schedule. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniferlee Posted April 21, 2010 Author Share Posted April 21, 2010 el- thanks for your reply. That is very helpful to know! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I've only seen the chemistry book. It is explicitly Christian including a reference to Jesus as Savior in the chapter on water. There are a handful of Intelligent Design references but they're very subtle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5knights3maidens Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 We have used the World of Chemistry book this year. My son really enjoyed it. I believe it talks about christian scientists, etc. We are putting together a lapbook/notebook with it and also putting together chemistry, periodic table booklets from http://www.homeschoolshare.com (and our own booklets). He has used this book as a starting point. Hopefully we will have the lapbook/notebook together within a month. (We are full of booklets from other subjects too) :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mrsjamiesouth Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 We have the whole collection, but only have started on Exploring Planet Earth this year. It has Bible references. It also mentions Charles Darwin and that his beliefs are unproven and why they think he is wrong. There are also references to Jesus's baptism by John the Baptist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniferlee Posted April 21, 2010 Author Share Posted April 21, 2010 Thank you - this is good to know!! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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