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Brave the icy winds and step onto the southernmost continent on earth with our immersive Antarctica Full Unit. Over the course of 20 rich lessons, your family will explore the historical discovery of Antarctica and the groundbreaking scientific research that continues to unfold there today. Designed to last 4–6 weeks, this unit replaces nearly every subject (except math), allowing your children to learn together while diving deep into one unforgettable theme.
Throughout the study, students create their own expedition journal — recounting real historical adventures or imagining life as an early explorer crossing frozen terrain. Along the way, they will recite Joshua chapter 1, reflect on Joshua’s commission, and consider how God calls each of us to step courageously into the work set before us. From meteorology and geography to history, science, and technology, Antarctica blends academic depth with meaningful discipleship.
Optional timeline activities featuring beautiful hand-painted figures (available in the Teacher’s Guide) bring the story of exploration to life, while flexible scheduling allows you to complete the unit in either a 4-day or 5-day school week. Want to see how it all works? Try a free lesson below and experience Gather ’Round style learning firsthand. Read More ▾
• 20 complete lessons
• Designed to last 4–6 weeks
• Teacher’s Guide (required for teaching)
• Student Notebooks available from Pre-Reader to High School
• 5 student pages per day (Early Reader and up)
• Covers all core subjects except math
• History of Antarctic exploration
• Meteorology and climate science
• Geography and mapping
• Technology and scientific research
• Scripture memory: Joshua chapter 1
• Expedition journal writing project
Available in both print and digital formats. Print purchases require one Student Notebook per child plus a Teacher’s Guide. Digital bundles include instant-download PDFs, with leveled or full-family bundle options for flexibility and long-term use.
Most units also include a free resource page inside our app with lesson-linked videos, tracking tools, suggested reading lists, and downloadable extras to enrich your experience.
Teacher's Guide: 154 pages
Pre-Reader: 64 pages
Early Reader: 144 pages
Early Elementary: 138 pages
Upper Elementary: 130 pages
Middle School: 130 pages
High School: 130 pages
| Pre-Reader | Early Reader | Early Elementary | Upper Elementary | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3–5 yo | 5–7 yo | 8–10 yo | 10–12 yo | 13–15 yo | 15–18 yo |
| Dictation | Little to no writing | Writing with a word box | Independent work | More research + paragraphs | Essays and research |
| 2 pages per day | 5 pages per day | 5 pages per day | 5 pages per day | 5 pages per day | 5 pages per day |
| Takes about 5–10 minutes | Takes about 30–60 minutes | Takes about 45 min–1 1/2 hours | Takes about 1–2 hours | Takes about 1 1/2–2 hours | Takes about 2–3 hours |
| Does not cover all your subjects | Everything but math | Everything but math | Everything but math | Everything but math | Everything but math |
| Keeps little ones busy and involved | Good for reluctant writers | Good for budding writers | Confident writer (but still needs to grow in skills) | Strong writer | Proficient writer |


