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Elements of Faith: Vol 1: Hydrogen to Tin
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Overview
It?s easy to see the wonder of God?s creation all around us ? but to truly appreciate the incredible design, organization, and creativeness of the Creator, you have to delve into the elements that make up our world.
The study of the periodic table of elements, reveals that these atomic microscopic building blocks are more than just scientific odds and ends. Each and every one is an opportunity to celebrate the power, wisdom, order, and ingenuity of our Creator!
Discover:
The connection between helium and the sun
The biblical gems that represent wisdom, the kingdom, and God?s presence
Which element is named after the Devil
How sodium (in salt) reflects an important message of preservation
Why silver can be called the ?element of redemption?
The element with two names ? one name from a Greek myth and the other from a famous explorer ? discovered in ore from Connecticut
Elements of Faith, Vol. 1 examines the first 50 elements of the Periodic Table and finds meaningful insights and spiritual applications in each of them. A look at the elements can teach many lessons, from the awesomeness of God?s creation to the dedication of many God-fearing scientists who have been so influential in the history of science. Add activities, quizzes, and a treasure trove of helpful information, and you have a one-of-a-kind resource every student needs!
The periodic table presented as never before! Richard D. Duncan is a professional engineer with a Bachelor?s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati (1981). He has spent most of his career in the fields of water treatment and environmental engineering. Richard and his wife Carolyn live in southern Ohio, where they are active members of Christ?s Community Church in Portsmouth.
8 1/2 x 11 ? 160 Pages ? Paperback |
Item Specifications...
Pages 136
Dimensions: Length: 0.25" Width: 8.25" Height: 10.5"
Weight: 0.85 lbs.
Binding Softcover
Release Date Aug 1, 2008
Publisher New Leaf Press/Master Books
ISBN 0890515476
EAN 9780890515471
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 | Unique, Fun, Useful Sep 24, 2009 |
I barely remember learning the periodic table - and not because I'm that old. It just didn't interest me. But Richard D. Duncan's Elements of Faith Vol 1: Faith Facts and Learning, Lessons from the Periodic Table is an intriguing book, terrific both for jr. high and high school aged homeschoolers and parents who want to "add on" to what their kids are learning in school.
The first section of the book (which covers hydrogen to tin) devotes two pages to each element. In various boxes on the page, we learn basic data about the element, are given an analysis of the it, some review questions, and a Christian devotional section. Believe it or not, the author does a nice job integrating biblical stories and quotes. For example, in the section on water, he first quotes Genesis 1:2 ("And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.") Later, he speaks on living water and discusses several biblical passages related to that theme. There is even a prayer at the bottom of the page that reads in part: "Heavenly Father, thank You....for the enjoyment we can receive from even the simplest of Your gifts, water itself. Give me the gift of living water, so that my soul will be satified..." And thus, the first section of the book combines both the science you'd find in a secular textbook and a biblical message.
The second part of the book offers 10 experiments related to the elements, the answers to the review questions, a glossary and index, and a periodic table.
What I Like: This book is unique and quite well done. The science is solid, and the addition of biblical wisdom adds a fun and useful element not found elsewhere. I also appreciate the inclusion of experiments (as well as the safety cautions included with them).
What I Dislike: Nothing.
Overall Rating: Excellent.
Kristina Seleshanko
Managing Editor
Christian Children's Book Review | | | | Perfect for Homeschoolers and Hands On Parents Mar 30, 2009 |
| Rick Duncan has done the Church a great service by contributing a fun book for teaching the periodic table and important important passages from Scripture as well. Highly recommended. | | | | The Periodic Table Made Easy Nov 19, 2008 |
I'm not a homeschooler, but our daughter and her husband are. Daily they take on the heroic challenge of teaching the 3 Rs, plus social adaptation, to our 3 grandchildren. There are tons of excellent resources for homeschooling parents - websites of all sorts, homeschool consultants, support groups for homeschoolers, co-ops and conferences.
One of the most fascinating books I've have discovered for homeschoolers is the new Elements of Faith, Volume 1 by Richard D. Duncan. Not being a brilliant student myself and struggling forever with the Periodic Table of the Elements, I find this workbook both engaging and easy to use. From H to Sn (that's hydrogen to tin for the non-chemists of us - the first 50 elements), Duncan presents intriguing facts about each element, a discussion of the element's importance in the history of science and in everyday life, a life lesson based on the unique qualities of each element, a short quiz, and an inspirational application putting spiritual insights into practice.
In the back of the book there's a glossary for parents struggling with terminology, plus the essential answers to quizzes. Elements of Faith, Volume 1 is recommended for sixth to eighth grades, but interesting enough that I might just put it beside my recliner for occasional reading.
I'm even looking forward to Volume 2.
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