Description:
This class is designed for grades 7-8 with some advanced 6th graders. An Introduction to the study of animals and invertebrates. Detailed vocabulary and classifications will challenge your student as we learn about God’s creation. Labs and dissections will give a hands-on approach to learning and practical application for our studies. Biomimicry studies how we have been inspired by God’s creation to use imitators of His design for our purposes. For example, a natural sponge versus a synthetic sponge.

Expectations:
In addition to the two days of face-to-face classes, students are expected to work at least two more days under the supervision of the homeschool teacher. Students will need to read and answer the Summary questions for each unit. Labs are scheduled, and take-home tests will be administered. Students will also have end-of-the-unit projects or reports that will count for a quiz grade and are to be created at home and presented in class.

Prerequisites:
• Advanced 6th graders could select this course.
• 7th-grade reading and math skills; general knowledge of elementary science and experience using the scientific method
• 11+ years of age suggested.

Required Textbooks:
• Animal: The Definitive Visual Guide, 3rd ed., by DK—ISBN#9781465464101
• Made In Heaven: Man's Indiscriminate Stealing of God's Amazing Design, by Seto and Comfort, Master Books—ISBN 9780890516690
• Zoology & Biomimicry, Joyful Heart Learning— Do Not Buy. HRM will print all materials and a $15 printing fee will be included on the invoice.

Supplies Needed:
• 3-ring binder, 1 inch
• 1 manila folder for 8 ½ x 11 paper
• 3 dividers
• Pens: black/blue, and red
• 250+ flashcards (3x5)
• $35 Middle School lab fee