Yes! Many Gather 'Round families use this curriculum on its own for all their children and all their subjects—right through high school! We have testimonies of many grad students who have successfully made the leap to college or university, fully equipped to think for themselves and read the subtext of what is being presented. That being said, we also have some families who choose to supplement based on their student's needs or because they have a curriculum that they just love and don't want to give up.While there are some reviews online that question whether we are enough, it is important to note that those were often done in the early years when we were still a startup. We have created many more resources to help close gaps, beef up our content, and find the elusive balance between "enough" and "too much". Our style is different, we focus on less quantity and more contextual learning—which can feel too simple especially if you are coming from a more traditional curriculum. However, many of our parents say that their students actually remember what they are learning and the results speak for themselves over time.

Choose a unit/topic that either interests you or meets a need (such as if you are working toward certain credits).Purchase either the digital full family bundle (which includes both the Teacher's Guide and all levels of student books), the one student bundle (which includes the Teacher's Guide and one level of your choice), or the printed books. If you decide to go with our beautiful, high-end printed books . . . you will need the Teacher's Guide and one book for each student.

What do I need to add?

The units cover all of your subjects but math. Our Modular Math program is available to cover K-grade 9 math, but high school math is not yet available on our site (though we do have plans to create it). Currently, you will need to get about 8 units per year along with about 8 math units per student in order to create a full curriculum year. Some families choose to add seatwork or our other Language Arts add-ons, fun holiday mini-units, and more . . . but these are not required.

How do I choose levels for multiple kids?

Our main units are designed to be used with the whole family. We have individual student books available in the following levels.Pre-Reader: recommended for younger students who are not ready to read/write (preschool/kindergarten age)Early Reader: recommended for emerging readers/writers (6-8 years old)Early Elementary: recommended for students who are comfortable using a word bank to write some of their answers (8-10 years old)Upper Elementary: recommended for students who are ready to write a sentence response (10-13 years old)Middle School: recommended for students who are ready for paragraph responses and more personal application/light research (13-16 years old)High School: prepares students to ask big questions, think for themselves, and apply topics to their own lives. This level is recommended for 16-18 years old and includes papers, essays, and more research.Some of our units are shorter or more simplified into levels 1, 2, and 3. For these, Level 3 is designed for Middle and High, level 2 for Early Elementary and Upper Elementary, and Level 1 for Pre-Reader and Early Reader.

How Long does it take?

Each unit is designed to take about a month—which means you will never get bored! You get to create your year based on your students' interests, covering all your subjects for all your grades, through one cohesive program that all points to Jesus! Each lesson is designed to take about 2-4 hours (depending on how many students you have, their ages, and whether you are completing the option rabbit trails or watching the resource videos available on our app). You will read the Teacher's Guide first to all students (which takes about 40 minutes to an hour depending on how many videos you show or the discussions you have) and then students will move to their student workbooks and complete their pages there. Units that have 20 lessons can be done 5 days a week and therefore being completed in 4 weeks. Or they can be done 4 days a week and take a bit longer. Because of this, most families work through about 8 units in a year with breaks and co-op days mixed in.

All of our units come with answer keys to help you mark your student's work. We have tried a bit of everything: including the answers in the Teacher's Guide, having them in the back of student notebooks, and eventually settling on including them in your downloads immediately after your order. You can use the answer key to help assign grades, but we recommend using a rubric for more accurate grading. To do this, you would assign points based on things like understanding (30%), completion (50%), effort (15%), and neatness (5%).

What is Modular Math?

Modular Math is our brand new math curriculum that covers K-grade 9 math—taking students all the way through Algebra 1. The units are topical and each step takes about 1 month. This means they can be used in either a mastery approach (staying on a topic and working on it through multiple levels) or spiral approach (completing one step of each topic throughout the year). This program was created with steps instead of grades, allowing you to custom-tailor the program to your student without discouraging them with where they are at. It can be used as a remedial program or for gifted students who want to move faster. Each day includes 2 pages. Day 1 teaches a new concept (and includes a devotional) and day 2 has practice that builds throughout the unit in a spiral approach. All you have to do is take a placement test on a topic and jump in! It is open and go with no teacher's guide, no manipulatives or resources required, and written directly to the student so that they can work independently. Yes, math can be this easy!

Curriculum itself cannot be accredited, only schools can. Accreditation means a school with qualified teachers, reporting, and grading that is following the government requirements for each grade. That being said, Gather 'Round Homeschool curriculum can absolutely be used all the way through High School by you, the parent! Most schools use the Carnegie method to assign credits, this means that 120 hours of instruction in a topic = 1 credit. We've made it super easy to you by training our very own Gather bot! All of our units cover such a wide variety of subjects that you can use the bot to help figure out how many credits have been covered (or will be covered) based on the units you have done or are planning on. We also have access to full high school plans, transcripts, and unit credit breakdowns on our high school page here.

What is the Online Academy?

The Gather ‘Round Academy is our online school, designed to fit into your home with the support your family needs. Our teachers offer school-year planning assistance, grading, report cards, transcripts, and tutoring. We also offer online courses to accompany several of our Gather ‘Round units. You can choose to enroll for a full year of support, subscribe for access to our complete video library, or join as a member for a 15% discount on video courses and stand-alone services. Memberships are just $39 USD a month and are included with Independent Enrollment or an Insider Subscription, with access to our student community and parent hub with monthly summits.Live ClassesWe have about 600 students who tune in online to watch a lesson being taught live by a teacher - complete with polls, comments, reactions and resources. Replays are also available for 10 weeks for families who miss a class. Homework is assigned and families complete their student notebooks together. Classes run daily from Monday-Thursday at 10:00 am EST or 2:00 pm EST, with scheduled breaks between units and during holidays.On-Demand Video Courses Currently available is Modular Math Number Sense, Ready to Read 1, Music, Botany, US History 4 and Entrepreneurship. Each of our live classes will also be available on demand, with additional Modular Math and Ready to Read videos in production! Eventually we hope to have video lessons available for all Gather ‘Round Units.Learn more

Can I use it in a group?

Gather 'Round is licensed for individual family use only (which means to a parent/guardian and the children they are legal guardians of). If you want to use this in a small group (with your sister, friend, or a few friends), you will need to make sure that each person owns their own materials, as file sharing and copying (or teaching to student's outside your home) is not allowed. If you want to use this in a co-op or hybrid model to a large group of students, we do require that you purchase print and sign an agreement stating that you will not photocopy or share. With this option, we also do have a group discount available. Learn more here.

Welcome to Home Medicine

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Our journey through Home Medicine invites students into the everyday world of health, healing, and the remarkable ways God designed the human body to care for itself. Throughout the unit, students explore fevers, hydration, digestion, sprains, colds, stomachaches, and more while learning what is happening inside their bodies during common illnesses and injuries. They will take a closer look at the science of germs, immunity, rest, and nutrition and discover how each plays a role in keeping the body healthy. Along the way, students practice gentle first-aid basics, mix simple herbal teas, learn to read thermometers, and build a small collection of home remedies. Daily wellness logs encourage them to track hydration, sleep, movement, and overall health, helping them notice patterns and make wise choices. Student Book activities include symptom recognition, digestion models, hydration experiments, scenario-based decision making, and hands-on projects designed to build confidence and practical skills.

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The Wonderfully Made Body

Students will explore common injuries, illnesses, and symptoms, why they occur, and how to treat them while learning about practical remedies, when to seek medical care, and God's incredible design of the human body. Earn human anatomy credit hours, and don't miss our add-on Medical Terminology course for high schoolers!

Daily Wellness Habits

Students observe how small choices shape how they feel, using daily logs to track overall wellness. As patterns emerge, they begin to see the connection between wise habits and how they feel, forming a practical understanding of what supports long‑term health.

First Aid Basics

Students will cover basic skills while learning how to assess situations and understand when help from an adult or professional is needed.

Home Remedies

Explore the comforting world of simple home remedies, discovering how warm teas, soothing balms, and natural supports can ease everyday discomforts. This theme blends science with tradition, giving students a sense of how families have cared for one another throughout history.

Germs, Immunity, and Healing

Lessons pull back the curtain on the unseen world of germs and the powerful defenses God built into the body. Students learn about how the immune system responds during illness and the body’s ability to heal.

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Access helpful materials, guides, and downloads that support your learning journey with Gather ’Round. Explore our growing library of resources designed to make teaching simple and engaging.

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Resources

Access helpful materials, guides, and downloads that support your learning journey with Gather ’Round. Explore our growing library of resources designed to make teaching simple and engaging.

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What subjects are covered in Home Medicine?

Check out the scope and sequence for this unit.

Home Medicine

Pre-Reader

Science

What is a rash?
Function of skin
How skin reacts
Types of rashes: viral, fungal, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema, psoriasis, heat rash
Natural vs. over-the-counter options for rashes
Things to avoid putting on rashes
When to call the doctor
How to prevent rashes
Common misconceptions about rashes
Complete daily health log
Health: impact of different factors on health, like food, water, and sleep
Health: colloidal oatmeal is a centuries-old home remedy that helps treat rashes
The differences in bites and stings
Identifying bites and stings: bee sting, wasp sting, ant bite and sting, spider bite, tick bite, mosquito bite
Natural vs. OTC options of each
Effects of scratching
When to call the doctor
How to avoid bites and stings
Common myths about certain biters and stingers
Health: baking soda paste is used to calm a bite or sting
Why bumps appear: warts, calluses, blisters
Natural options for warts
Recognize the difference between acne, warts, calluses, blisters, and moles
It is not safe to remove moles yourself
Knowing when to seek medical help
Common misconceptions
Friction
Tour of the ear's three parts
Outer ear: pinna, concha, ear canal, eardrum
Swimmer's ear
Middle ear: malleus, incus, stapes, Eustachian tube
Inner ear
Preventing ear pain
Signs to seek medical attention
Misunderstandings about the ear
Inside a headache: nerves, blood vessels, pain, muscles, joints, fluid-filled spaces, signals, sinus tissues, widening or narrowing of blood vessels
Types of head pain: tension, migraines, severe headaches, sinus, caffeine withdrawal
Severe throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, vomiting
Warning signs
Triggers
Sinus infections
Adenosine
OTC and home options
Lifestyle changes
Managing allergies
Common myths about headaches
Pay attention to changes
Good posture: reading, drawing, screen time, standing
Bones: how many, how they work
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Bruising, contusion
Swelling
Twist
Sprain
Fracture, break
Types of fractures: hairline, stress, stable, displaced, compound
Dislocation
Common misconceptions about broken bones
X-rays
Fever
Germs
Thermometers: oral, temporal artery, tympanic
Goldilocks zone
Immune cells
Bacteria
Viruses
Tiny microbes
Immune system
Bacterial fever
Viral fever
Secondary infection
Healthy habits
Common myths about fevers
Common cold
Acute viral rhinopharyngitis: viral nose and throat condition
Sore throats
Mucus membrane
Sinuses
Shower steamers
Burning fevers
Prostaglandin
Misunderstandings about colds
Germs
Proper handwashing
Digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines
Stomach acid
pH scale: acidic, neutral, basic
Hydrogen ions
Hydrochloric acid
Bicarbonate
Gas
Cramps
Nausea
Stress
Fight-or-flight response
Heartburn
Indigestion
Appendix
Appendicitis
Rebound tenderness
When to call a doctor
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Common myths about stomach pain
Excretory system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, colon, rectum, anus
Urine and stool
Urinary system
Bathroom hygiene
Washing hands
Variations in urine or stools
UTI
Bacteria
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach flus
Noroviruses
Rotaviruses
Stomach
Intestines
Green stool
Myths about urine and stools
Animal noses
Human noses: nostrils, nasal cavity, nosehairs, mucous membrane, snot, cilia
Lungs
Germs, pathogens
Dehumidifier
Respiratory system
Turbinates
Nose irritation: allergens, infections, dry air, dust, pollen, pet dander
Sneezing
Nose dryness
Post-nasal drip: excess mucus, sinus infections
Sinus blockage
Treatment and prevention: nasal decongestant, mucolytics, moisturizing products, peppermint tea, humidifier, nasal saline
Common myths about the nose
Filtration
Cameras
Vision
Electrical signals
Light waves
Brain
Dry eyes
Styes
Eyelid's oil glands
Eyelash follicles
Pink eye: virus, bacterial infections, allergies, physical irritants
Bacteria
When to call a doctor
Common myths about eye problems
Thermal burns: open flames, boiling liquids, rolling steam, hot surfaces
Chemical burns: highly-acidic, basic chemicals, hydrocarbons
Sunburns: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, cells' DNA
Sun poisoning: fever, chills, nausea, dizziness
Practicing safety
Myths about burns
Burn center: paramedics, nurses, doctors, medical helicopter crew
Brain
Warning signals
Dizzy or faint
Reboot
Blood volume, dehydration, blood sugar, blood pressure, nerves
Equilibrium
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, fainting
Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar
Glucose
Stress hormones
Hunger, shakiness
Diabetes
Hypotension: low blood pressure
Blood vessels
Postural hypotension
Treatment and prevention
15-15 Rule
Common misconceptions
Electrolytes
Innate immune system
Adaptive immune system
Antibodies
Allergen
Immunoglobulin E
Allergic reactions
Atmospheric allergens
Contact dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food and medication allergies
Allergy myths
Sleep
Trouble sleeping
Medical obstacles
Sleep apnea
Circadian Rhythm
Poor sleep habits
Blue light
Mental and emotional components
Anxiety
Fight-or-flight mode
Overstimulation
Sleep hygiene
When to call a doctor
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine
Sleep deprivation
Common misconceptions about sleep
Complex carbohydrates
Quality
Quantity
Hibernate
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Exercise
Growth and development
Teething
Growth spurts
Milestones
Treatment and prevention
Vitamin D
Magnesium
L-theamine
Superfoods
Essential oils
Hibernation
Teeth: crown, roots, necks
Gums
Gum sensitivity
Gingivitis
Cavity
Wisdom teeth
Good dental hygiene
Scrapes
Cuts
Wounds
Puncture wounds
Scar
Infections
Treatment and prevention
When to call a doctor
Myths about wounds
Animal regeneration
Immaterial
Feelings
Emotions
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Insular cortex
Stress and anxiety
Anger
Acid reflux
Sadness
Serotonin
Treatment and prevention
Misconceptions about mental health

Language Arts

Practice sign language
Greek word therme: heat, warmth

History

Then and now medicine
Communication through the years

Social Studies

Epsom salt soak
Arnica gel
Hot and cold compresses
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevate
BRAT diet
Latrine
Wastewater: home, pipes, water treatment plant, nature
Reaction
Reaction time tests
Glasses
Steps to brush your teeth

Art

Color the picture
Decorate the picture
Colors and emotions

Bible

2 Kings 5:1–14
Naaman, the leper, seeks healing from Elisha
Numbers 21:7
Israelites attacked by poisonous serpents in the wilderness
Numbers 21:8
The bronze serpent was lifted up, and those who saw it lived
Job 1–2
Job was covered in sores and scratched them with broken pottery
Job 10
Job brings his pain to the Lord
Job 38:4
God is aware of everything
Job 42:10
God restores Job's health
Mark 7
Jesus heals a deaf man
Proverbs 20:12
The Lord has made the ear to hear
1 Kings 19:11–12
God spoke through a low whisper
Psalm 23:5b
My cup overflows
Matthew 12:13
God heals
Psalm 18:30
God's way is perfect
Matthew 8:15
Jesus heals us
John 3:16
God loved the world
Matthew 9:35
Jesus heals every ailment
Deuteronomy 23:12–13
God tells you where to go to the bathroom
2 Kings 4:35
God brought a widow's son back to life
Luke 18:42
Jesus heals the blind man
Daniel 3:25
Four men in the fire, not hurt
Matthew 14:17
Jesus feeds thousands
1 Kings 3:9
Discern between good and evil
Psalm 3:5
Trust God to lay down your worries
Matthew 1:20b
Angel of the Lord appears to Joseph
1 Kings 19:8
40 days and 40 nights
Proverbs 25:19
Warning about someone who does not honor Him
Luke 10:25–37
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:34a
He bound up his wounds
Philippians 4:6–7
Do not be anxious

Early Reader

Geography

Greece
Egypt
Italy
Europe
United States
Sweden
Mexico
London, England
Broad Street
Japan
Spain
Finland
India

Science

What is a rash?
Function of skin
How skin reacts
Types of rashes: viral, fungal, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema, psoriasis, heat rash
Natural vs. over-the-counter options for rashes
Things to avoid putting on rashes
When to call the doctor
How to prevent rashes
Common misconceptions about rashes
Complete daily health log
Health: impact of different factors on health, like food, water, sleep, and technology use
What are allergens and histamines?
Antihistamines and how they work
Pros and cons of antihistamines
Health: colloidal oatmeal is a centuries-old home remedy that helps treat rashes
The differences in bites and stings
Identifying bites and stings: bee sting, wasp sting, ant bite and sting, spider bite, tick bite, mosquito bite
Natural vs. OTC options of each
Effects of scratching
When to call the doctor
How to avoid bites and stings
Common myths about certain biters and stingers
What is epinephrine and how it works
EpiPen
Epinephrine for allergic reactions
Health: baking soda paste is used to calm a bite or sting
Why bumps appear: warts, calluses, blisters
Natural options for warts
Recognize the difference between acne, warts, calluses, blisters, and moles
It is not safe to remove moles yourself
Knowing when to seek medical help
Common misconceptions
Health: do a quick self-assessment of your skin
Friction
Tour of the ear's three parts
Outer ear: pinna, concha, ear canal, eardrum
Swimmer's ear
Middle ear: malleus, incus, stapes, Eustachian tube
Inner ear
Preventing ear pain
Signs to seek medical attention
Misunderstandings about the ear
Balance
Ear protection: turn the volume down, foam earplugs, silicone earplugs, earmuffs
Decibel
Inside a headache: nerves, blood vessels, pain, muscles, joints, fluid-filled spaces, signals, sinus tissues, widening or narrowing of blood vessels
Types of head pain: tension, migraines, severe headaches, sinus, caffeine withdrawal
Severe throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, vomiting
Warning signs
Triggers
Sinus infections
Adenosine
OTC and home options
Lifestyle changes
Managing allergies
Common myths about headaches
Pay attention to changes
Caffeine
Good posture: reading, writing, screen time, standing
Bones: how many, how they work
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Bruising, contusion
Swelling
Twist
Sprain
Fracture, break
Types of fractures: hairline, stress, stable, displaced, compound
Dislocation
Common misconceptions about broken bones
Bones: cortical, cancellous, marrow
X-rays
Fever
Germs
Thermometers: oral, temporal artery, tympanic
Goldilocks zone
Immune cells
Bacteria
Viruses
Tiny microbes
Immune system
Bacterial fever
Viral fever
Secondary infection
Healthy habits
Common myths about fevers
Common cold
Acute viral rhinopharyngitis: viral nose and throat condition
Sore throats
Mucus membrane
Sinuses
Shower steamers
Burning fevers
Prostaglandin
Misunderstandings about colds
Germs
Proper handwashing
Active ingredients
Medicine dosage
Digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines
Stomach acid
pH scale: acidic, neutral, basic
Hydrogen ions
Hydrochloric acid
Bicarbonate
Gas
Cramps
Nausea
Stress
Fight-or-flight response
Heartburn
Indigestion
Appendix
Appendicitis
Rebound tenderness
When to call a doctor
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Common myths about stomach pain
Ancient options: ginger, honey, herbs, clay, chalk mixtures, herbal teas, spices, plants
Modern options: baking soda mixtures, Pepto-Bismol, antacids
Excretory system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, colon, rectum, anus
Urine and stool
Urinary system
Bathroom hygiene
Washing hands
Variations in urine or stools
UTI
Bacteria
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach flus
Noroviruses
Rotaviruses
Stomach
Intestines
Green stool
Myths about urine and stools
Absorbency: experiment
Animal noses
Human noses: nostrils, nasal cavity, nosehairs, mucous membrane, snot, cilia
Lungs
Germs, pathogens
Dehumidifier
Respiratory system
Turbinates
Nose irritation: allergens, infections, dry air, dust, pollen, pet dander
Sneezing
Nose dryness
Post-nasal drip: excess mucus, sinus infections
Sinus blockage
Treatment and prevention: nasal decongestant, mucolytics, moisturizing products, peppermint tea, humidifier, nasal saline
Common myths about the nose
Filtration
Polio vaccine
Cameras
Vision
Electrical signals
Light waves
Brain
Dry eyes
Styes
Eyelid's oil glands
Eyelash follicles
Pink eye: virus, bacterial infections, allergies, physical irritants
Bacteria
When to call a doctor
Common myths about eye problems
Thermal burns: open flames, boiling liquids, rolling steam, hot surfaces
Chemical burns: highly-acidic, basic chemicals, hydrocarbons
Sunburns: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, cells' DNA
Sun poisoning: fever, chills, nausea, dizziness
Practicing safety
Myths about burns
Burn center: paramedics, nurses, doctors, medical helicopter crew
Chemical burn: toxic or poison, flammable, corrosive
Frostbite, cold burn
Heat burn, electrical burn, friction burn
Aloe vera
Brain
Warning signals
Dizzy or faint
Reboot
Blood volume, dehydration, blood sugar, blood pressure, nerves
Equilibrium
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, fainting
Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar
Glucose
Stress hormones
Hunger, shakiness
Diabetes
Hypotension: low blood pressure
Blood vessels
Postural hypotension
Treatment and prevention
15-15 Rule
Common misconceptions
Arteries
Veins
Lumen
Electrolytes
Innate immune system
Adaptive immune system
Antibodies
Allergen
Immunoglobulin E
Allergic reactions
Atmospheric allergens
Contact dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food and medication allergies
Allergy myths
Air quality
Pollution
Solar panels
Wind turbines
Sleep
Trouble sleeping
Medical obstacles
Sleep apnea
Circadian Rhythm
Poor sleep habits
Blue light
Mental and emotional components
Anxiety
Fight-or-flight mode
Overstimulation
Sleep hygiene
When to call a doctor
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine
Sleep deprivation
Common misconceptions about sleep
Sleep cycles
Complex carbohydrates
Quality
Quantity
Hibernate
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Exercise
Growth and development
Teething
Growth spurts
Milestones
Treatment and prevention
Vitamin D
Magnesium
L-theamine
Superfoods
Essential oils
Hibernation
Teeth: crown, roots, necks
Gums
Gum sensitivity
Gingivitis
Cavity
Wisdom teeth
Good dental hygiene
Types of teeth: baby teeth, incisors, canines, premolars, molars
Scrapes
Cuts
Wounds
Puncture wounds
Scar
Infections
Treatment and prevention
When to call a doctor
Myths about wounds
Blood clot
Animal regeneration
Turmeric
Immaterial
Feelings
Emotions
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Insular cortex
Stress and anxiety
Anger
Acid reflux
Sadness
Serotonin
Misconceptions about mental health
Dopamine
Adrenaline
Omega-3 fatty acids

Language Arts

Vocabulary: defense, virus
Add a recipe card or page to your unit project
Vocabulary: welt, gnat
What is a paradox?
Paradox example: small but mighty
Vocabulary: friction, exposed
Vocabulary: complex, sinus
Practice sign language
Vocabulary: subtle, ordinary
Vocabulary: bruising, compression
Vocabulary: germs, flushed
Fairy tales: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Dictate or write your own fairy tale
Vocabulary: congested, compensate
Vocabulary: palpate, divert
Draw a poster to advertise a stomach remedy
Vocabulary: frequency, soldiered
Vocabulary: unique, pert
Idioms
Vocabulary: culprits, mimicked
Write about your surroundings
Vocabulary: pigment, emit
Greek word therme: heat, warmth
Vocabulary: marvel, deficiencies
Context clues
Vocabulary: aggravate, perceive
Vocabulary: interfering, vivid
Vocabulary: hibernate, milestone
Vocabulary: oral, dislodge
Vocabulary: aquire, topical
Vocabulary: critically, overwhelming
Sad, happy

History

Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine"
The history of medicinal practices
The history of natural options in different parts of the world
How beauty marks have changed beauty standards throughout history
Wilhelm Röntgen
James Lind
Scurvy
Vitamin C
Then and now medicine
Dr. John Snow
Cholera outbreak
The Iron Lung
Polio
Communication through the years
Toothbrush

Social Studies

Judging others based on outward appearances
The truth about skin irritations
Allergies and the use of epinephrine
Dermatologists: what they do and why they are important
Mouches
Relaxation traditions, quiet time, fika, sobremesa
Epsom salt soak
Arnica gel
Hot and cold compresses
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevate
Careers: radiologist, orthopedic doctor
Temperature tracking
Name brand or generic medicine: Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Claritin, Loratadine, Benadryl, Diphenhydramine
BRAT diet
Advertisement
Latrine
Wastewater: home, pipes, water treatment plant, nature
Glasses
Contact lenses
Blindness: braille, white cane, guide dog
Reaction
Reaction time tests
Protective tools
Bedtime rituals
Balanced diet: vegetables, fruits, grains, protein, dairy
Steps to brush your teeth
Cost of medicine
Health plan
Ancient Egyptians
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
How medicine becomes FDA approved

Art

Simulate food movement through the digestive system
Make a secret signal for when you need to go to the bathroom
Draw a picture of a filter
Draw a picture of your surroundings
Draw a picture with objects close up and far away
Color the pictures that help with vision differences
Create your own safety invention
Draw a picture of of something you do before bed
Relaxing music
Draw your own balanced meal
Colors and emotions

Home Economics

Prepare colloidal oatmeal to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a baking soda paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own warm sock compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a lavender sachet to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Build your own RICE kit to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a shower steamer to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make ginger honey chews to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make cranberry popsicles to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a stuffy nose remedy to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a cold compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an aloe vera gel to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an electrolyte drink and powder to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Allergy checklist
Make a stress ball to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a smoothie to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a green tea mouthwash to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a turmeric paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make Omega-3 energy bites to add to your home-medicine cabinet

Bible

2 Kings 5:1–14
Naaman, the leper, seeks healing from Elisha
1 Samuel 16:7b
It is important to seek God's wisdom instead of judging by outward appearances
Numbers 21:7
Israelites attacked by poisonous serpents in the wilderness
Numbers 21:8
The bronze serpent was lifted up, and those who saw it lived
Job 1–2
Job was covered in sores and scratched them with broken pottery
Job 10
Job brings his pain to the Lord
Job 38:4
God is aware of everything
Job 42:10
God restores Job's health
Mark 7
Jesus heals a deaf man
Proverbs 20:12
The Lord has made the ear to hear
1 Kings 19:11–12
God spoke through a low whisper
Psalm 23:5b
My cup overflows
Matthew 12:13
God heals
Psalm 18:30
God's way is perfect
Matthew 8:15
Jesus heals us
John 3:16
God loved the world
Matthew 9:35
Jesus heals every ailment
Deuteronomy 23:12–13
God tells you where to go to the bathroom
Psalm 51:7b
Whiter than snow
2 Kings 4:35
God brought a widow's son back to life
Luke 18:42
Jesus heals the blind man
Daniel 3:25
Four men in the fire, not hurt
Matthew 14:17
Jesus feeds thousands
1 Kings 3:9
Discern between good and evil
Psalm 3:5
Trust God to lay down your worries
Matthew 1:20b
Angel of the Lord appears to Joseph
1 Kings 19:8
40 days and 40 nights
Proverbs 25:19
Warning about someone who does not honor Him
Luke 10:25–37
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:34a
He bound up his wounds
Philippians 4:6–7
Do not be anxious
John 11:35–36
Jesus felt sad
Luke 10:21a
Jesus was happy

Early Elementary

Geography

Greece
Egypt
Italy
Asia
Europe
United States
Sweden
Mexico
London, England
Broad Street
Japan
Spain
Finland
India

Science

What is a rash?
Function of skin
How skin reacts
Over-the-counter options for rashes
Types of rashes: viral, fungal, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema, psoriasis, heat rash
Natural vs. over-the-counter options for rashes
Things to avoid putting on rashes
When to call the doctor
How to prevent rashes
Common misconceptions about rashes
Complete daily health log
Health: impact of different factors on health, like food, water, sleep, and technology use
What are allergens and histamines?
Antihistamines and how they work
Pros and cons of antihistamines
Health: colloidal oatmeal is a centuries-old home remedy that helps treat rashes
The difference in bites and stings
Relieving the symptoms
Identifying bites and stings: bee sting, wasp sting, ant bite and sting, spider bite, tick bite, mosquito bite
Natural vs. OTC options of each
Effects of scratching
Severe reactions, infections, and potential diseases
How to avoid bites and stings
Common myths about certain biters and stingers
What is epinephrine and how it works
EpiPen
Epinephrine for allergic reactions: when to use and how
Health: baking soda paste is used to calm a bite or sting
Why bumps appear: warts, calluses, blisters, moles
Over-the-counter treatment for warts and blisters
Natural options for warts
Recognize the difference between acne, warts, calluses, blisters, and moles
It is not safe to remove moles yourself
ABCDE rule
Knowing when to seek medical help
Common misconceptions
Health: do a quick self-assessment of your skin
Friction
Tour of the ear's three parts
Outer ear: pinna, concha, ear canal, eardrum
Swimmer's ear
Middle ear: malleus, incus, stapes, Eustachian tube
Inner ear: cochlea, vestibular system
Treatments
Preventing ear pain
Signs to seek medical attention
Misunderstandings about the ear
Balance
Ear protection: turn the volume down, foam earplugs, silicone earplugs, earmuffs
Decibel
Inside a headache: nerves, blood vessels, pain, muscles, joints, fluid-filled spaces, signals, sinus tissues, widening or narrowing of blood vessels
Types of head pain: tension, migraines, severe headaches, sinus, caffeine withdrawal
Severe throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, vomiting
Warning signs
Triggers
Sinus infections
Adenosine
Treatment and prevention: pain-relief medicines, acetaminophen, electrolyte drinks or powders, lubricating drops, cooling eye masks, magnesium, ginger chews or drinks, chamomile tea, diluted essential oils: peppermint and lavender
Lifestyle changes
Managing allergies
Common myths about headaches
Pay attention to changes
Caffeine
Good posture: reading, drawing, screen time, standing
Practice healthy postures
Bones: how many, how they work
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Bruising, contusion
Swelling
Twist
Sprain
Strain
Tear
Fracture, break
Types of fractures: hairline, stress, stable, displaced, compound
Dislocation
Common misconceptions about broken bones
Bones: cortical, cancellous, marrow, periosteum
X-rays
Fever
Germs
Thermometers: oral, temporal artery, tympanic
Goldilocks zone
Immune cells
Bacteria
Viruses
Tiny microbes
Immune system
Bacterial fever
Viral fever
Secondary infection
Treatment and prevention
Prostaglandin
Probiotics
Digestive system
Elderflower supplements
Healthy habits
Hyperpyrexia
Common myths about fevers
Temperature tracking
Common cold
Acute viral rhinopharyngitis: viral nose and throat condition, inflammation, infection, pharynx
Appendicitis
Dermatitis
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
Sore throats
Mucus membrane
Sinuses
Shower steamers
Burning fevers
Prostaglandin
Decongestants, antihistamines, histamines
Immune system
Misunderstandings about colds
Germs
Proper handwashing
Active ingredients
Medicine dosage
Digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines
Stomach acid
pH scale: acidic, neutral, basic
Hydrogen ions
Hydrochloric acid
Bicarbonate
Gas
Cramps
Nausea
Stress
Fight-or-flight response
Heartburn
Indigestion
Appendix
Appendicitis
Rebound tenderness
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Common myths about stomach pain
Ancient options: ginger, honey, herbs, clay, chalk mixtures, herbal teas, spices, plants
Modern options: baking soda mixtures, Pepto-Bismol, antacids
Excretory system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, colon, rectum, anus
Urine and stool
Urinary system
Bathroom hygiene
Washing hands
Electric hand dryers
Microbes
Variations in urine or stools
UTI
Bacteria
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach flus
Noroviruses
Rotaviruses
Stomach
Intestines
Green stool
Treatment and prevention
Call the doctor
Myths about urine and stools
Absorbency: experiment
Animal noses
Human noses: nostrils, nasal cavity, nosehairs, mucous membrane, snot, cilia
Lungs
Germs, pathogens
Dehumidifier
Respiratory system
Turbinates
Nose irritation: allergens, infections, dry air, dust, pollen, pet dander
Sneezing
Nose dryness
Post-nasal drip: excess mucus, sinus infections
Sinus blockage
Nosebleeds: blood vessels, clot, treatment
Treatment and prevention: nasal decongestant, mucolytics, moisturizing products, peppermint tea, humidifier, nasal saline
Allergist
Common myths about the nose
Filtration: pre-filter, HEPA filter, activated carbon layer
Polio vaccine
Cameras
Vision
Electrical signals
Light waves
Brain
Optometrists
Vision scale
Legally blind
Glasses
Dry eyes
Styes
Eyelid's oil glands
Eyelash follicles
Pink eye: virus, bacterial infections, allergies, physical irritants
Treatment and prevention
Bacteria
Common myths about eye problems
Thermal burns: open flames, boiling liquids, rolling steam, hot surfaces
Chemical burns: highly-acidic, basic chemicals, hydrocarbons
Sunburns: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, cells' DNA
First-degree, second-degree, third-degree burns
Epidermis, dermis
Blister, scar, leathery, charred, nerve damage
Sun poisoning: fever, chills, nausea, dizziness
Treatment and prevention
Practicing safety
When to call a doctor
Myths about burns
Burn center: paramedics, nurses, doctors, medical helicopter crew, burn specialist
Chemical burn: toxic or poison, flammable, corrosive, gas or fumes
Frostbite, cold burn
Heat burn, electrical burn, friction burn
Aloe vera
Brain
Warning signals
Dizzy or faint
Reboot
Blood volume, dehydration, blood sugar, blood pressure, nerves
Self repair
Vagus nerve
Equilibrium
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, fainting
Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar
Glucose
Stress hormones
Hunger, shakiness
Diabetes
Hypotension: low blood pressure
Blood vessels
Postural hypotension
Stroke
Treatment and prevention
15-15 Rule
Parkinson's disease
Common misconceptions
Arteries
Veins
Lumen
Electrolytes
Innate immune system
Adaptive immune system
Antibodies
Allergen
Immunoglobulin E
Allergic reactions
Allergy or illness
Atmospheric allergens
Contact dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food and medication allergies
Treatment and prevention
Asthma
Allergy myths
Air quality
Pollution
Solar panels
Wind turbines
Sleep
Stage 1: falling asleep
Stage 2: light sleep
Brainwaves
Motor learning
Stage 3: deep sleep
Stage 4: REM sleep
REM (rapid eye movement)
Atonia
Trouble sleeping
Medical obstacles
Sleep apnea
Circadian Rhythm
Poor sleep habits
Blue light
Mental and emotional components
Anxiety
Fight-or-flight mode
Overstimulation
Sleep hygiene
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine
Sleep deprivation
Common misconceptions about sleep
Sleep cycles
Complex carbohydrates
Quality
Quantity
Hibernate
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Exercise
Growth and development
Teething
Growth spurts
Milestones
Vitamin D
Magnesium
L-theamine
Superfoods
Essential oils
Sleep deprivation
Myths about sleep
Hibernation
Teeth: crown, roots, necks
Gums
Gum sensitivity
Gingivitis
Cavity
Wisdom teeth
Braces
Orthodontist
Tooth sensativity
Treatment and prevention
Good dental hygiene
Common misconceptions about teeth
Types of teeth: baby teeth, incisors, canines, premolars, molars
Scrapes
Cuts
Wounds
Puncture wounds
Clot
Platelets
Scab
Scar
Infections
Myths about wounds
Blood clot
Fibrin
Animal regeneration
Turmeric
Immaterial
Feelings
Emotions
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Insular cortex
Endorphins
Digestive and immune systems
Stress and anxiety
Anger
Acid reflux
Sadness
Serotonin
Omega-3
Histamine-2
Misconceptions about mental health
Dopamine
Adrenaline
Cortisol
Omega-3 fatty acids

Language Arts

Vocabulary: virus, remedy
Add a recipe card or page to your unit project
Vocabulary: gnat, dilute
What is a paradox?
Paradox example: small but mighty
Vocabulary: exposed, serum
Vocabulary: sinus, cartilage
Practice sign language
Vocabulary: ordinary, unsettling
Vocabulary: compression, skeletal
Vocabulary: flushed, secondary
Fairy tales: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Write your own fairy tale adventure
Vocabulary: compensate, microscopic
Vocabulary: divert, rebound
Draw a poster to advertise a stomach remedy
Vocabulary: soldiered, fiber
Vocabulary: pert, allergens
Idioms
Vocabulary: mimicked, mechanisms
Write about your surroundings
Vocabulary: emit, exposure
Greek word therme: heat, warmth
Vocabulary: deficiency, diabetes
Context clues
Vocabulary: perceive, distrust
Vocabulary: vivid, optimize
Vocabulary: milestone, enhance
Vocabulary: dislodge, prioritize
Vocabulary: topical, abrasions
Vocabulary: overwhelming, unwarranted
Sad, worried, happy

History

Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine"
The history of medicinal practices
The history of natural options in different parts of the world
How beauty marks have changed beauty standards throughout history
Wilhelm Röntgen
James Lind
Scurvy
Vitamin C
Then and now medicine
Dr. John Snow
Cholera outbreak
The Iron Lung
Polio
Doctors: Philip Drinker, Louis Agassiz Shaw
Communication through the years
Toothbrush

Social Studies

Judging others based on outward appearances
The truth about skin irritations
Allergies and the use of epinephrine
Dermatologists: what they do and why they are important
Mouches
Relaxation traditions, quiet time, fika, sobremesa, riposo
Epsom salt soak
Arnica gel
Hot and cold compresses
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevate
Careers: radiologist, orthopedic doctor, X–ray technologist
Name brand or generic medicine: Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Claritin, Loratadine, Benadryl, Diphenhydramine
Active ingredient
BRAT diet
Advertisement
Slogan
Latrine
Wastewater: home, pipes, water treatment plant, nature
Glasses
Contact lenses
Blindness: braille, white cane, guide dog
Reaction
Overreacts
Reaction time tests
Protective tools
Bedtime rituals
Balanced diet: vegetables, fruits, grains, protein, dairy
Specific techniques to brush your teeth
Cost of medicine
Health plan
Ancient Egyptians
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
How medicine becomes FDA approved

Art

Simulate food movement through the digestive system
Make a secret signal for when you need to go to the bathroom
Draw a picture of your surroundings
Draw a picture with objects close up and far away
Create your own safety invention
Relaxing music: lullaby, quiet song, loud song
Match the food categories
Colors and emotions

Home Economics

Prepare colloidal oatmeal to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a baking soda paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own warm sock compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a lavender sachet to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Build your own RICE kit to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a shower steamer to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make ginger honey chews to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make cranberry popsicles to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a stuffy nose remedy to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a cold compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an aloe vera gel to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an electrolyte drink and powder to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Allergy checklist
Make a stress ball to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a smoothie to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a green tea mouthwash to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a turmeric paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make Omega-3 energy bites to add to your home-medicine cabinet

Bible

2 Kings 5:1–14
Naaman, the leper, seeks healing from Elisha
1 Samuel 16:7b
It is important to seek God's wisdom instead of judging by outward appearances
Numbers 21:7
Israelites attacked by poisonous serpents in the wilderness
Numbers 21:8
The bronze serpent was lifted up, and those who saw it lived
Job 1–2
Job was covered in sores and scratched them with broken pottery
Job 10
Job brings his pain to the Lord
Job 38:4
God is aware of everything
Job 42:10
God restores Job's health
Mark 7
Jesus heals a deaf man
Proverbs 20:12
The Lord has made the ear to hear
1 Kings 19:11–12
God spoke through a low whisper
Psalm 23:5b
My cup overflows
Matthew 12:13
God heals
Psalm 18:30
God's way is perfect
Matthew 8:15
Jesus heals us
John 3:16
God loved the world
Matthew 9:35
Jesus heals every ailment
Deuteronomy 23:12–13
God tells you where to go to the bathroom
Psalm 51:7b
Whiter than snow
2 Kings 4:35
God brought a widow's son back to life
Luke 18:42
Jesus heals the blind man
Daniel 3:25
Four men in the fire, not hurt
Matthew 14:17
Jesus feeds thousands
1 Kings 3:9
Discern between good and evil
Psalm 3:5
Trust God to lay down your worries
Genesis 28:12–13
Jacob's ladder
1 Kings 19:8
40 days and 40 nights
Proverbs 25:19
Warning about someone who does not honor Him
Luke 10:25–37
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:34a
He bound up his wounds
Philippians 4:6–7
Do not be anxious
John 11:35–36
Jesus felt sad
Matthew 26:39b
Jesus felt worried
Luke 10:21a
Jesus was happy

Upper Elementary

Geography

Greece
Egypt
Italy
Asia
North America
Europe
United States
Sweden
Mexico
Italy
India
London, England
Broad Street
Japan
Spain
Finland
United States
Babylon

Science

What is a rash?
Function of skin
How skin reacts
Over-the-counter options for rashes
Types of rashes: viral, fungal, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema, psoriasis, heat rash
Natural vs. over-the-counter options for rashes
Things to avoid putting on rashes
When to call the doctor
How to prevent rashes
Common misconceptions about rashes
Complete daily health log
Health: impact of different factors on health, like food, water, sleep, and technology use
What are allergens and histamines?
Antihistamines and how they work
Pros and cons of antihistamines
Health: colloidal oatmeal is a centuries-old home remedy that helps treat rashes
The difference in bites and stings
Relieving the symptoms
Identifying bites and stings: bee sting, wasp sting, ant bite and sting, spider bite, tick bite, mosquito bite
Natural vs. OTC options of each
Effects of scratching
Severe reactions, infections, and potential diseases
How to avoid bites and stings
Common myths about certain biters and stingers
What is epinephrine and how it works
Anaphylaxis
EpiPen
Epinephrine for allergic reactions: when to use and how
Health: baking soda paste is used to calm a bite or sting
Why bumps appear: warts, calluses, blisters, moles
Over-the-counter treatment for warts and blisters
Natural options for warts
Recognize the difference between acne, warts, calluses, blisters, moles, and acne
It is not safe to remove moles yourself
ABCDE rule
Knowing when to seek medical help
Common misconceptions
Health: do a quick self-assessment of your skin
Friction
Tour of the ear's three parts
Outer ear: pinna, concha, ear canal, eardrum
Swimmer's ear
Middle ear: malleus, incus, stapes, Eustachian tube
Inner ear: cochlea, vestibular system
Treatments
Preventing ear pain
Signs to seek medical attention
Misunderstandings about the ear
Balance
Ear protection: turn the volume down, foam earplugs, silicone earplugs, earmuffs
Decibel
Inside a headache: nerves, blood vessels, pain, muscles, joints, fluid-filled spaces, signals, sinus tissues, widening or narrowing of blood vessels
Types of head pain: tension, migraines, severe headaches, sinus, caffeine withdrawal
Severe throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, vomiting
Warning signs
Triggers
Sinus infections
Adenosine
OTC and home options
Treatment and prevention: pain-relief medicines, acetaminophen, electrolyte drinks or powders, lubricating drops, cooling eye masks, magnesium, ginger chews or drinks, chamomile tea, diluted essential oils: peppermint and lavender
Lifestyle changes
Managing allergies
Common myths about headaches
Pay attention to changes
Caffeine
Cause and effect
Good posture: reading, drawing, screen time, standing
Practice healthy postures
Bones: how many, how they work
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Bruising, contusion
Swelling
Twist
Sprain
Strain
Tear
Fracture, break
Types of fractures: hairline, stress, stable, displaced, compound
Dislocation
Common misconceptions about broken bones
Bones: cortical, cancellous, marrow, periosteum, endosteum
X-rays
Electromagnetic radiation
Fever
Germs
Thermometers: oral, temporal artery, tympanic
Goldilocks zone
Immune cells
Bacteria
Viruses
Tiny microbes
Immune system
Bacterial fever
Viral fever
Secondary infection
Treatment and prevention
Prostaglandin
Probiotics
Digestive system
Elderflower supplements
Healthy habits
Hyperpyrexia
Common myths about fevers
Temperature tracking
Common cold
Acute viral rhinopharyngitis: viral nose and throat condition, inflammation, infection, pharynx
Appendicitis
Dermatitis
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
Sore throats
Mucus membrane
Sinuses
Shower steamers
Burning fevers
Prostaglandin
Decongestants, antihistamines, histamines
Immune system
Misunderstandings about colds
Germs
Proper handwashing
Active ingredients
Medicine dosage
Digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines
Stomach acid
pH scale: acidic, neutral, basic
Hydrogen ions
Hydrochloric acid
Bicarbonate
Gas
Cramps
Nausea
Stress
Fight-or-flight response
Heartburn
Indigestion
Appendix
Appendicitis
Rebound tenderness
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Common myths about stomach pain
Ancient options: ginger, honey, herbs, clay, chalk mixtures, herbal teas, tonics, cinnamon, spices, plants
Modern options: baking soda mixtures, herbal options, bismuth options, Pepto-Bismol, antacids, teas, probiotics, nutritional changes
Antioxident properties, vitamins, minerals
Excretory system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, colon, rectum, anus
Urine and stool
Urinary system
Bathroom hygiene
Washing hands
Electric hand dryers
Microbes
Variations in urine or stools
UTI
Bacteria
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach flus
Noroviruses
Rotaviruses
Stomach
Intestines
Green stool
Treatment and prevention
Call the doctor
Myths about urine and stools
Absorbency: experiment
Fair test
Animal noses
Human noses: nostrils, nasal cavity, nosehairs, mucous membrane, snot, cilia
Lungs
Germs, pathogens
Dehumidifier
Respiratory system
Turbinates
Nose irritation: allergens, infections, dry air, dust, pollen, pet dander
Sneezing
Nose dryness
Post-nasal drip: excess mucus, sinus infections
Sinus blockage
Nosebleeds: blood vessels, clot, treatment
Treatment and prevention: nasal decongestant, mucolytics, moisturizing products, peppermint tea, humidifier, nasal saline
Allergist
Common myths about the nose
Filtration: pre–filter, HEPA filter, activated carbon layer
Make your own water filtration system
Polio vaccine
Epidemic
Cameras
Vision
Electrical signals
Light waves
Brain
Optometrists
Vision scale
Legally blind
Glasses
Dry eyes
Styes
Eyelid's oil glands
Eyelash follicles
Pink eye: virus, bacterial infections, allergies, physical irritants
Bacteria
Common myths about eye problems
Thermal burns: open flames, boiling liquids, rolling steam, hot surfaces
Chemical burns: highly-acidic, basic chemicals, hydrocarbons
Sunburns: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, cells' DNA
First-degree, second-degree, third-degree burns
Epidermis, dermis
Blister, scar, leathery, charred, nerve damage
Sun poisoning: fever, chills, nausea, dizziness
Practicing safety
Myths about burns
Burn center: paramedics, nurses, doctors, medical helicopter crew, burn specialists, surgeons, therapists
Arrival, assessment, treatment, healing and recovery
Chemical burn: toxic or poison, flammable, corrosive, gas or fumes
Frostbite, cold burn
Heat burn, electrical burn, friction burn
Aloe vera
Brain
Warning signals
Dizzy or faint
Reboot
Blood volume, dehydration, blood sugar, blood pressure, nerves
Self repair
Vagus nerve
Equilibrium
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, fainting
Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar
Glucose
Stress hormones
Hunger, shakiness
Diabetes
Hypotension: low blood pressure
Blood vessels
Postural hypotension
Stroke
15-15 Rule
Parkinson's disease
Common misconceptions
Arteries
Veins
Lumen
Capillaries
Electrolytes
Innate immune system
Adaptive immune system
Antibodies
Allergen
Immunoglobulin E
Allergic reactions
Allergy or illness
Atmospheric allergens
Contact dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food and medication allergies
Asthma
Allergy myths
Air quality
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Pollution
Particulate matter
Solar panels
Wind turbines
Sleep
Stage 1: falling asleep
Stage 2: light sleep
Brainwaves
Motor learning
Stage 3: deep sleep
Stage 4: REM sleep
REM (rapid eye movement)
Atonia
Trouble sleeping
Medical obstacles
Sleep apnea
Circadian Rhythm
Poor sleep habits
Blue light
Mental and emotional components
Anxiety
Fight-or-flight mode
Overstimulation
Sleep hygiene
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine
Sleep deprivation
Common misconceptions about sleep
Sleep cycles
Complex carbohydrates
Quality
Quantity
Hibernate
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Exercise
Growth and development
Teething
Growth spurts
Milestones
Vitamin D
Magnesium
L-theamine
Superfoods
Essential oils
Sleep deprivation
Myths about sleep
Hibernation
Torpor
Teeth: crown, roots, necks
Gums
Gum sensitivity
Gingivitis
Cavity
Wisdom teeth
Braces
Orthodontist
Tooth sensativity
Good dental hygiene
Common misconceptions about teeth
Types of teeth: baby teeth, incisors, canines, premolars, molars
Plaque
Enamel
Scrapes
Cuts
Wounds
Puncture wounds
Clot
Platelets
Scab
Scar
Infections
Myths about wounds
Blood clot
Fibrin
Animal regeneration
Turmeric
Immaterial
Feelings
Emotions
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Insular cortex
Endorphins
Digestive and immune systems
Stress and anxiety
Anger
Acid reflux
Sadness
Serotonin
Omega-3
Histamine-2
Misconceptions about mental health
Neurotransmitters
Hormones
Dopamine
Serotonin
Oxytocin
Adrenaline
Cortisol
Omega-3 fatty acids

Language Arts

Vocabulary: remedy, pharmacy
Add a recipe card or page to your unit project
Vocabulary: dilute, vendetta
What is a paradox?
Paradox example: small but mighty
Vocabulary: pigment, serum
Vocabulary: cartilage, vertigo
Practice sign language
Vocabulary: unsettling, fatigued
Vocabulary: skeletal, gradual
Vocabulary: secondary, impractical
Fairy tales: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Write your own fairy tale
Vocabulary: microscopic, infiltrating
Vocabulary: rebound, persistent
Draw a poster to advertise a stomach remedy
Vocabulary: fiber, predisposed
Vocabulary: allergens, clot
Idioms
Vocabulary: mechanism, vigilant
Write about your surroundings
Vocabulary: exposure, invincible
Greek word therme: heat, warmth
Vocabulary: diabetes, unconsciousness
Context clues
Vocabulary: distrust, hinders
Vocabulary: optimize, detox
Vocabulary: enhance, burnout
Vocabulary: prioritize, emerge
Vocabulary: abrasions, restarting
Vocabulary: unwarranted, reprieve
Sad, compassion, troubled, joy

History

Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine"
The history of medicinal practices
The history of natural options in different parts of the world
How beauty marks have changed beauty standards throughout history
Wilhelm Röntgen
James Lind
Scurvy
Vitamin C
Then and now medicine
Dr. John Snow
Cholera outbreak
The Iron Lung
Polio
Doctors: Philip Drinker, Louis Agassiz Shaw
Louis Braille
Communication through the years
WWII
Toothbrush
Chew sticks
Natural bristle
Nylon bristles
Electric toothbrushes

Social Studies

Judging others based on outward appearances
The truth about skin irritations
Allergies and the use of epinephrine
Dermatologists: what they do and why they are important
Mouches
Relaxation traditions, quiet time, fika, sobremesa, riposo, chai
Epsom salt soak
Arnica gel
Hot and cold compresses
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevate
Careers: radiologist, orthopedic doctor, X–ray technologist, cast technician
Name brand or generic medicine: Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Claritin, Loratadine, Benadryl, Diphenhydramine
Active ingredient
BRAT diet
Advertisement
Slogan
Persuasive language
Variety of color
Latrine
Wastewater: screening, settling tanks, aeration, disinfection
Nearsightedness
Farsightedness
Glasses
Contact lenses
Blindness: braille, white cane, guide dog
Reaction
Overreacts
Reaction time tests
Protective tools
Bedtime rituals
Ofuro
Balanced diet: vegetables, fruits, grains, protein, dairy
Vitamins and minerals
Calcium, Vitamin D
Specific techniques to brush your teeth
Cost of medicine
Prescription
Health insurance
Consumer
Ancient Egyptians
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
How medicine becomes FDA approved

Art

Simulate food movement through the digestive system
Make a secret signal for when you need to go to the bathroom
Draw a picture using perspective
Create your own safety invention
Relaxing music: tempo, beats per minute (BPM)
Create a balanced breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Colors and emotions

Home Economics

Prepare colloidal oatmeal to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a baking soda paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own warm sock compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a lavender sachet to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Build your own RICE kit to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own fresh orange juice
Make a shower steamer to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make ginger honey chews to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make cranberry popsicles to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a stuffy nose remedy to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a cold compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an aloe vera gel to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an electrolyte drink and powder to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Allergy checklist
Make a stress ball to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a smoothie to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a green tea mouthwash to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a turmeric paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make Omega-3 energy bites to add to your home-medicine cabinet

Bible

2 Kings 5:1–14
Naaman, the leper, seeks healing from Elisha
1 Samuel 16:7
It is important to seek God's wisdom instead of judging by outward appearances because He sees things from a much deeper perspective
Numbers 21:7
Israelites attacked by poisonous serpents in the wilderness
Numbers 21:8
The bronze serpent was lifted up, and those who saw it lived
Job 1–2
Job was covered in sores and scratched them with broken pottery
Job 10
Job brings his pain to the Lord
Job 38:4
God is aware of everything
Job 42:10
God restores Job's health
Mark 7
Jesus heals a deaf man
Proverbs 20:12
The Lord has made the ear to hear
1 Kings 19:11–12
God spoke through a low whisper
Psalm 23:5b
My cup overflows
Matthew 12:13
God heals
Psalm 18:30
God's way is perfect
Matthew 8:15
Jesus heals us
John 3:16
God loved the world
Matthew 9:35
Jesus heals every ailment
Deuteronomy 23:12–13
God tells you where to go to the bathroom
Psalm 51:7b
Whiter than snow
2 Kings 4:35
God brought a widow's son back to life
Luke 18:42
Jesus heals the blind man
Daniel 3:25
Four men in the fire, not hurt
Matthew 14:17
Jesus feeds thousands
1 Kings 3:9
Discern between good and evil
Psalm 3:5
Trust God to lay down your worries
Genesis 28:12–13
Jacob's ladder
1 Kings 19:8
40 days and 40 nights
Proverbs 25:19
Warning about someone who does not honor Him
Luke 10:25–37
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:34a
He bound up his wounds
Philippians 4:6–7
Do not be anxious
John 11:35–36
Jesus felt sad
Matthew 14:14
Jesus showed compassion
Matthew 26:39b
Jesus felt worried
Luke 10:21a
Jesus felt joy

Middle School

Geography

Africa
Antarctica
Australia
Greece
Italy
Spain
Egypt
North America
Europe
Asia
Hartford, Connecticut
United States
Sweden
Mexico
India
London, England
Broad Street
Harvard University
Japan
Finland
United States
Babylon

Science

What is a rash?
Function of skin
How skin reacts
Over-the-counter options for rashes
Types of rashes: viral, fungal, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema, psoriasis, heat rash
Natural vs. over-the-counter options for rashes
Things to avoid putting on rashes
When to call the doctor
How to prevent rashes
Common misconceptions about rashes
Complete daily health log
Health: impact of different factors on health, like food, water, sleep, and technology use
What are allergens and histamines?
Antihistamines and how they work
Pros and cons of antihistamines
Health: colloidal oatmeal is a centuries-old home remedy that helps treat rashes
The difference in bites and stings
Relieving the symptoms
Identifying bites and stings: bee sting, wasp sting, ant bite and sting, spider bite, tick bite, mosquito bite
Natural vs. OTC options of each
Effects of scratching
Severe reactions, infections, and potential diseases
How to avoid bites and stings
Common myths about certain biters and stingers
Epinephrine
Anaphylaxis
Adrenaline
EpiPen
How epinephrine affects the body
Health: baking soda paste is used to calm a bite or sting, and can also help relieve suburn
Why bumps appear: warts, calluses, blisters, moles
Over-the-counter treatment for warts and blisters
Natural options for warts
Recognize the difference between acne, warts, calluses, blisters, moles, and acne
It is not safe to remove moles yourself
ABCDE rule
Knowing when to seek medical help
Common misconceptions
Track food consumption
Friction
Complete an experiment to test the friction created by different materials
Health: do a quick self-assessment of your skin
Tour of the ear's three parts
Outer ear: pinna, concha, ear canal, eardrum
Swimmer's ear
Middle ear: malleus, incus, stapes, Eustachian tube
Inner ear: cochlea, vestibular system
Treatments
Preventing ear pain
Signs to seek medical attention
Misunderstandings about the ear
Balance
Ear protection: turn the volume down, custom–molded earplugs, foam earplugs, silicone earplugs, earmuffs
Decibel
Inside a headache: nerves, blood vessels, pain, muscles, joints, fluid-filled spaces, signals, sinus tissues, widening or narrowing of blood vessels
Types of head pain: tension, migraines, severe headaches, sinus, caffeine withdrawal
Severe throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, vomiting
Warning signs
Triggers
Sinus infections
Adenosine
Treatment and prevention: pain-relief medicines, acetaminophen, electrolyte drinks or powders, lubricating drops, cooling eye masks, magnesium, ginger chews or drinks, chamomile tea, diluted essential oils: peppermint and lavender
Lifestyle changes
Managing allergies
Common myths about headaches
Pay attention to changes
Caffeine
Cause and effect
Good posture: reading, drawing, screen time, standing
Practice healthy postures
Linalool
Linalyl acetate
Nervous system
Limbic system
Bones: how many, how they work
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Bruising, contusion
Swelling
Twist
Sprain
Strain
Tear
Fracture, break
Types of fractures: hairline, stress, stable, displaced, compound
Dislocation
Common misconceptions about broken bones
Bones: cortical, cancellous, marrow, periosteum, endosteum, osteons
Bone marrow: red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets
X-rays
Electromagnetic radiation
CT scans
MRIs
Fever
Germs
Thermometers: oral, temporal artery, tympanic
Goldilocks zone
Immune cells
Bacteria
Viruses
Tiny microbes
Immune system
Bacterial fever
Viral fever
Secondary infection
Treatment and prevention
Prostaglandin
Probiotics
Digestive system
Elderflower supplements
Healthy habits
Hyperpyrexia
Common myths about fevers
Temperature tracking
Common cold
Acute viral rhinopharyngitis: viral nose and throat condition, inflammation, infection, pharynx
Appendicitis
Dermatitis
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
Sore throats
Mucus membrane
Sinuses
Shower steamers
Burning fevers
Prostaglandin
Decongestants, antihistamines, histamines
Immune system
Misunderstandings about colds
Germs
Friction
Surface tension
Handwashing or sanitizer
Active ingredients
Overdose
Recommended dosage, dose interval, maximum dosage in 24 hours
Anti-inflammatory properties
Acid-base reaction
Carbon dioxide gas
Digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines
Stomach acid
pH scale: acidic, neutral, basic
Hydrogen ions
Hydrochloric acid
Bicarbonate
Gas
Cramps
Menstrual
Nausea
Stress
Fight-or-flight response
Heartburn
Indigestion
Appendix
Appendicitis
Rebound tenderness
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Common myths about stomach pain
Ancient options: ginger, honey, tea, herbs, clay, chalk mixtures, spices, cinnamon, plants
Modern options: baking soda mixtures, bismuth medicines, Pepto-Bismol, antacids, probiotics, nutrition changes
Chinese, Indian, Middle Eastern, and European medicine
Gingerols
Shogaols
Antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, therapeutic properties
Excretory system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, colon, rectum, anus
Urine and stool
Urinary system
Bathroom hygiene
Washing hands
Electric hand dryers
Microbes
Variations in urine or stools
UTI
Bacteria
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach flus
Noroviruses
Rotaviruses
Stomach
Intestines
Green stool
Treatment and prevention
Call the doctor
Myths about urine and stools
Absorbency: experiment
Controlled variable
Fair test
Pore size, fiber structure, surface area, surface texture
Proanthocyanidins (PACs)
Animal noses
Human noses: nostrils, nasal cavity, nosehairs, mucous membrane, snot, cilia
Lungs
Germs, pathogens
Dehumidifier
Respiratory system
Turbinates
Nose irritation: allergens, infections, dry air, dust, pollen, pet dander
Sneezing
Nose dryness
Post-nasal drip: excess mucus, sinus infections
Sinus blockage
Nosebleeds: blood vessels, clot, treatment
Treatment and prevention: nasal decongestant, mucolytics, moisturizing products, peppermint tea, humidifier, nasal saline
When to call a doctor
Allergist
Common myths about the nose
Filtration: pre–filter, HEPA filter, activated carbon layer
Make your own water filtration system
Polio vaccine
Epidemic
Cameras
Vision
Electrical signals
Light waves
Brain
Protective outer layer: dome–shaped cornea, opaque sclera
Detailed middle layer: iris, pupil, lens, aqueous humor, vitreous humor
Choroid
Sensitive inner layer: retina, cones, rods, macula, fovea centralis
Optic nerve
Optometrists
Vision scale
Legally blind
Glasses
Dry eyes
Styes
Eyelid's oil glands
Eyelash follicles
Pink eye: virus, bacterial infections, allergies, physical irritants
Bacteria
Common myths about eye problems
Cornea
Refractive errors
Retina
Thermal burns: open flames, boiling liquids, rolling steam, hot surfaces
Chemical burns: highly-acidic, basic chemicals, hydrocarbons
Sunburns: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, cells' DNA
First-degree, second-degree, third-degree burns
Epidermis, dermis
Blister, scar, leathery, charred, nerve damage
Sun poisoning: fever, chills, nausea, dizziness
Practicing safety
Myths about burns
Burn center: paramedics, nurses, doctors, medical helicopter crew, burn specialists, surgeons, therapists
Arrival, assessment, treatment, healing and recovery
Skin graft
Chemical burn: toxic or poison, flammable, corrosive, gas or fumes
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Inhalation injury
Frostbite, cold burn
Vasoconstriction
Stages: frostnip, superficial frostbite, deep frostbite
Thermal burn, electrical burn, friction burn
Aloe vera
Brain
Warning signals
Dizzy or faint
Reboot
Blood volume, dehydration, blood sugar, blood pressure, nerves
Self repair
Vagus nerve
Equilibrium
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, fainting
Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar
Glucose
Stress hormones
Hunger, shakiness
Diabetes
Hypotension: low blood pressure
Blood vessels
Postural hypotension
Stroke
Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS)
Treatment and prevention
15-15 Rule
Parkinson's disease
Common misconceptions
Neurons
Arteries
Veins
Lumen
Capillaries
Tunica externa, tunica media, tunica intima
Electrolytes
Innate immune system
Adaptive immune system
Antibodies
Allergen
Immunoglobulin E
Allergic reactions
Allergy or illness
Anaphylactic shock
EpiPen
Atmospheric allergens
Contact dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food and medication allergies
Asthma
Allergy myths
Air quality
Ground-level ozone
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Pollution
Carbon dioxide
Vehicle emissions
Fossil fuels
Particulate matter
Solar panels
Wind turbines
Sleep
Stage 1: falling asleep
Stage 2: light sleep
Brainwaves
Motor learning
Stage 3: deep sleep
Stage 4: REM sleep
REM (rapid eye movement)
Atonia
Sleep paralysis
Trouble sleeping
Medical obstacles
Sleep apnea
Circadian Rhythm
Poor sleep habits
Blue light
Mental and emotional components
Anxiety
Fight-or-flight mode
Overstimulation
Sleep hygiene
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine
Sleep deprivation
Common misconceptions about sleep
Sleep cycles
Complex carbohydrates
Quality
Quantity
Hibernate
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Exercise
Growth and development
Teething
Growth spurts
Milestones
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Narcolepsy
Hypocretin
Cataplexy
Vitamin D
Magnesium
L-theamine
Superfoods
Essential oils
Sleep deprivation
Myths about sleep
Hibernation
Torpor
Teeth: crown, roots, necks, enamel, dentin, tubules, cementum, pulp, blood vessels, nerves, sensory feedback
Gums
Gum sensitivity
Gingivitis
Cavity
Wisdom teeth
Braces
Orthodontist
Tooth sensativity
Good dental hygiene
Common misconceptions about teeth
Types of teeth: baby teeth, adult teeth, incisors, canines, premolars, molars
Herbivore, carnivore, omnivore
Plaque
Enamel
Catechins
Scrapes
Cuts
Wounds
Puncture wounds
Clot
Platelets
Scab
Scar
Infections
Stitches
Myths about wounds
Blood clot
Fibrin
Hemophilia
Animal regeneration
Stem cells
Turmeric
Curcumin
Immaterial
Feelings
Emotions
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Insular cortex
Endorphins
Digestive and immune systems
Stress and anxiety
Anger
Acid reflux
Sadness
Serotonin
Depression
Omega-3
Histamine-2
Misconceptions about mental health
Neurotransmitters
Hormones
Dopamine
Serotonin
Oxytocin
Adrenaline
Cortisol
Neuron
Synapse
Reuptake
Omega-3 fatty acids
Nutrition facts label
Ingredient list

Language Arts

Vocabulary: pharmacy, irritant
Add a recipe card or page to your unit project
Vocabulary: vendetta, foreign
What is a paradox?
Examples of paradoxes
Analyze different paradoxes: why they are a paradox and what they mean
Write a persuasive paragraph about whether the cost of epinephrine should be regulated or free for those who need it
Vocabulary: pigment, baseline
Vocabulary: vertigo, equalize
Practice sign language
Vocabulary: fatigued, stimulant
Vocabulary: gradual, tolerance
Vocabulary: impractical, recede
Fairy tales: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Write an original fairy tale
Vocabulary: infiltrating, quell
Vocabulary: persistent, appendicitis
Draw a poster to advertise a stomach remedy
Vocabulary: predisposed, sphincter
Vocabulary: clot, pathogens
Idioms
Vocabulary: vigilant, illuminating
Write a detailed reflection about your surroundings
Write your name using braille
Vocabulary: invincible, festering
Greek word therme: heat, warmth
Vocabulary: unconsciousness, complications
Context clues
Vocabulary: hinder, endure
Vocabulary: detox, habitual
Vocabulary: burnout, fragmented
Vocabulary: emerge, wayward
Vocabulary: restarting, hazardous
Vocabulary: reprieve, cope
Grief, compassion, troubled, joy

History

Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine"
The history of medicinal practices
The history of natural options in different parts of the world
Placebo effect
How beauty marks have been viewed throughout history
How people valued their appearance in biblical times
First school for the deaf
Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen
James Lind
Scurvy
Vitamin C
British Navy
Then and now medicine
Apothecary
Dr. John Snow
Cholera epidemic
The Iron Lung
Polio: "infantile paralysis"
Doctors: Philip Drinker, Louis Agassiz Shaw
Jonas Salk
Leonardo da Vinci paintings
Louis Braille
Communication through the years
WWII
Toothbrush
Chew sticks
Natural bristle
Nylon bristles
Electric toothbrushes

Social Studies

Reflect on pros and cons of natural options and over-the-counter medications, what your family uses, and why the trend might be turning back toward more natural medicine
Skin irritations aren't an indication that a person is dirty or has something contagious
Contemplate the tendency to judge by outward appearances
Allergies and the use of epinephrine
Reflect on epinephrine use and comfortability administering it
Think about the pros and cons of epinephrine and whether the benefits outweigh the risks
Analyze whether the cost of epinephrine should be regulated or free for those who need it
How it feels to have a beauty mark or freckles
Think about reasons why people might choose to cover up their natural features
Explore the job of a dermatologist, including job description, salary, education required, roles and responsibilities, and workplace
Practice being a "dermatologist"
Melanocytes
Mouches
Chiquesadores
Relaxation traditions, quiet time, fika, sobremesa, riposo, chai
Epsom salt soak
Arnica gel
Hot and cold compresses
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevate
Careers: radiologist, orthopedic doctor, X–ray technologist, cast technician, physical therapist
Name brand or generic medicine: Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Claritin, Loratadine, Benadryl, Diphenhydramine
Active ingredient
BRAT diet
Advertisement
Slogan
Persuasive language
Metaphors
Imagery
Variety of color
Ginger is a rhizome
Latrine
Wastewater: screening, settling tanks, aeration, disinfection
Ancient Israelite camp
Modern wastewater system
Nearsightedness
Farsightedness
Astigmatism
Glasses
Contact lenses
Blindness: braille, white cane, guide dog, screen readers, assistive technology
Write your name using braille
Reaction
Overreacts
Nervous system
Reaction time tests
Protective tools
Bedtime rituals
Ofuro
Balanced diet: vegetables, fruits, grains, protein, dairy
Vitamins and minerals
Calcium, Vitamin D
Food Pyramid
MyPlate
2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Superfoods
Specific techniques to brush your teeth
Mass production
Cost of medicine
Prescription
Health insurance
Consumer
Out-of-pocket
Ancient Egyptians
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
How medicine becomes FDA approved

Art

Simulate food movement through the digestive system
Make a secret signal for when you need to go to the bathroom
Draw a picture using perspective
Horizon line
Vanishing point
Create your own safety invention
Create a weather alert
Relaxing music: tempo, beats per minute (BPM)
Create a balanced breakfast, lunch, or dinner
Colors and emotions

Home Economics

Prepare colloidal oatmeal to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a baking soda paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own warm sock compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a lavender sachet to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Build your own RICE kit to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own fresh orange or grapefruit juice
Make a shower steamer to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make ginger honey chews to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make cranberry popsicles to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a stuffy nose remedy to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a cold compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an aloe vera gel to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an electrolyte drink and powder to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a beeswax candle to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Allergy checklist
Make a smoothie to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a green tea mouthwash to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a turmeric paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make Omega-3 energy bites to add to your home-medicine cabinet

Bible

2 Kings 5:1–14
Naaman, the leper, seeks healing from Elisha
1 Samuel 16:7
It is important to seek God's wisdom and discernment instead of judging by outward appearances because He sees things from a much deeper perspective
Numbers 21:7
Israelites attacked by poisonous serpents in the wilderness
Numbers 21:8
The bronze serpent was lifted up, and those who saw it lived
Mark 10:44
Paradoxes in the Bible
Job 1–2
Job was covered in sores and scratched them with broken pottery
Job 10
Job brings his pain to the Lord
Job 38:4
God is aware of everything
Job 42:10
God restores Job's health
How people valued their appearance in Biblical times
1 Peter 3:3–4
Mark 7
Jesus heals a deaf man
Proverbs 20:12
The Lord has made the ear to hear
1 Kings 19:11–12
God spoke through a low whisper
Psalm 23:5b
My cup overflows
Matthew 12:13
God heals
Psalm 18:30
God's way is perfect
Matthew 8:15
Jesus heals us
John 3:16
God loved the world
Matthew 9:35
Jesus heals every ailment
Deuteronomy 23:12–14
God tells you where to go to the bathroom
Psalm 51:7 NIV
Whiter than snow
2 Kings 4:35
God brought a widow's son back to life
Matthew 5:13–14
John 15:5
Luke 18:42
Jesus heals the blind man
Daniel 3:25
Four men in the fire, not hurt
Matthew 14:17
Jesus feeds thousands
1 Kings 3:9
Discern between good and evil
Psalm 3:5
Trust God to lay down your worries
Genesis 28:12–13
Jacob's ladder
Matthew 1:20b
Angel of the Lord appears to Joseph
1 Kings 19:8
40 days and 40 nights
Proverbs 25:19
Warning about someone who does not honor Him
Luke 10:25–37
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:34a
He bound up his wounds
Philippians 4:6–7
Do not be anxious
John 11:33–36
Jesus experienced grief
Matthew 14:13–21
Jesus showed compassion
Matthew 26:36–46
Jesus felt troubled
Luke 10:17–21
Jesus felt joy

High School

Geography

Africa
Antarctica
Australia
Greece
Italy
Spain
Egypt
North America
Europe
Asia
Hartford, Connecticut
United States
Sweden
Mexico
India
London, England
Broad Street
Harvard University
Japan
Spain
Finland
United States
Babylon

Science

What is a rash?
Function of skin
How skin reacts
Over-the-counter options for rashes
Types of rashes: viral, fungal, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema, psoriasis, heat rash
Natural vs. over-the-counter options for rashes
Things to avoid putting on rashes
When to call the doctor
How to prevent rashes
Common misconceptions about rashes
Complete daily health log
Health: impact of different factors on health, like food, water, sleep, and technology use
Track food consumption and log in the correct category: protein, dairy and healthy fats, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and other
What are allergens and histamines?
Antihistamines and how they work
Pros and cons of antihistamines
Natural alternatives to antihistamines
Seasonal allergies
Phenols
Health: colloidal oatmeal is a centuries-old home remedy that helps treat rashes
The difference in bites and stings
Relieving the symptoms
Identifying bites and stings: bee sting, wasp sting, ant bite and sting, spider bite, tick bite, mosquito bite
Natural vs. OTC options of each
Effects of scratching
Severe reactions, infections, and potential diseases
How to avoid bites and stings
Common myths about certain biters and stingers
Track food consumption and log in the correct category: protein, dairy and healthy fats, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and other
Epinephrine
Anaphylaxis
Adrenaline
EpiPen
How epinephrine affects the body
Health: baking soda paste is used to calm a bite or sting
Why bumps appear: warts, calluses, blisters, moles
Over-the-counter treatment for warts and blisters
Natural options for warts
Recognize the difference between acne, warts, calluses, blisters, moles, and acne
It is not safe to remove moles yourself
ABCDE rule
Knowing when to seek medical help
Common misconceptions
Track food consumption and log in the correct category: protein, dairy and healthy fats, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and others
Friction
Kinetic friction
Complete an experiment to test the friction created by different materials
Health: do a quick self-assessment of your skin
Tour of the ear's three parts
Outer ear: pinna, concha, ear canal, eardrum
Swimmer's ear
Middle ear: malleus, incus, stapes, Eustachian tube
Inner ear: cochlea, vestibular system
Treatments
Preventing ear pain
Signs to seek medical attention
Misunderstandings about the ear
Balance
Ear protection: turn the volume down, custom–molded earplugs, foam earplugs, silicone earplugs, earmuffs
Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)
Decibel
Inside a headache: nerves, blood vessels, pain, muscles, joints, fluid-filled spaces, signals, sinus tissues, widening or narrowing of blood vessels
Types of head pain: tension, migraines, severe headaches, sinus, caffeine withdrawal
Severe throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, vomiting
Warning signs
Triggers
Sinus infections
Adenosine
Treatment and prevention: pain-relief medicines, acetaminophen, electrolyte drinks or powders, lubricating drops, cooling eye masks, magnesium, ginger chews or drinks, chamomile tea, diluted essential oils: peppermint and lavender
Lifestyle changes
Managing allergies
Common myths about headaches
Pay attention to changes
Caffeine
Cause and effect of caffeine amount and content
Good posture: reading, drawing, screen time, standing
Practice healthy postures
Linalool
Linalyl acetate
Nervous system
Limbic system
Bones: how many, how they work
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Bruising, contusion
Swelling
Twist
Sprain
Strain
Tear
Fracture, break
Types of fractures: hairline, stress, stable, displaced, compound
Dislocation
When to call a doctor
Common misconceptions about broken bones
Bones: cortical, cancellous, marrow, periosteum, endosteum, osteons, Haversian System, Central Canal (Haversian Canal)
Bone marrow: red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets
X-rays
Electromagnetic radiation
CT scans
MRIs
Vasoconstriction
Fever
Germs
Thermometers: oral, temporal artery, tympanic
Goldilocks zone
Immune cells
Bacteria
Viruses
Tiny microbes
Immune system
Bacterial fever
Viral fever
Secondary infection
Prostaglandin
Probiotics
Digestive system
Elderflower supplements
Healthy habits
When to call a doctor
Hyperpyrexia
Common myths about fevers
Temperature tracking
Hypothalamus
Circadian rhythm
Common cold
Acute viral rhinopharyngitis: viral nose and throat condition, inflammation, infection, pharynx
Appendicitis
Dermatitis
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
Sore throats
Mucus membrane
Sinuses
Shower steamers
Burning fevers
Prostaglandin
Decongestants, antihistamines, histamines
Immune system
Misunderstandings about colds
Germs
Amphiphilic
Hydrophilic
Hydrophobic
Friction
Epidemiology
Handwashing or sanitizer
Active ingredients
Overdose
Recommended dosage, dose interval, maximum dosage in 24 hours
Acute liver failure
Anti-inflammatory properties
Eucalyptol (1,8-cineole)
Acid-base reaction
Carbon dioxide gas
Digestive system: esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines
Stomach acid
pH scale: acidic, neutral, basic
Hydrogen ions
Hydrochloric acid
Bicarbonate
Gas
Cramps
Menstrual
Nausea
Stress
Fight-or-flight response
Heartburn
Indigestion
Appendix
Appendicitis
Rebound tenderness
When to call a doctor
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS
Common myths about stomach pain
Ancient options: ginger, honey, tea, herbs, clay, chalk mixtures, spices, cinnamon, plants
Modern options: baking soda mixtures, bismuth medicines, Pepto-Bismol, antacids, probiotics, nutrition changes
Chinese, Indian, Middle Eastern, and European medicine
Gingerols
Shogaols
Antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, therapeutic properties
Excretory system: kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, colon, rectum, anus
Urine and stool
Urinary system
Bathroom hygiene
Washing hands
Electric hand dryers
Microbes
Variations in urine or stools
UTI
Bacteria
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach flus
Noroviruses
Rotaviruses
Stomach
Intestines
Green stool
Call the doctor
Myths about urine and stools
Absorbency: experiment
Adhesion, cohesion, capillary action
Controlled variable
Fair test
Pore size, fiber structure, surface area, surface texture
Proanthocyanidins (PACs)
Escherichia coli (E. coli)
UTI
Animal noses
Human noses: nostrils, nasal cavity, nosehairs, mucous membrane, snot, cilia
Lungs
Germs, pathogens
Dehumidifier
Respiratory system
Turbinates
Nose irritation: allergens, infections, dry air, dust, pollen, pet dander
Sneezing
Nose dryness
Post-nasal drip: excess mucus, sinus infections
Sinus blockage
Nosebleeds: blood vessels, clot, treatment
Treatment and prevention: nasal decongestant, mucolytics, moisturizing products, peppermint tea, humidifier, nasal saline
When to call a doctor
Allergist
Common myths about the nose
Filtration: pre–filter, HEPA filter, activated carbon layer
Make your own water filtration system
Polio vaccine
Epidemic
Modern ventilator
Mucociliary clearance
Cameras
Vision
Electrical signals
Light waves
Brain
Protective outer layer: dome–shaped cornea, opaque sclera
Detailed middle layer: iris, pupil, lens, aqueous humor, vitreous humor
Choroid
Sensitive inner layer: retina, cones, rods, macula, fovea centralis
Optic nerve
Optometrists
Vision scale
Legally blind
Glasses
Dry eyes
Styes
Eyelid's oil glands
Eyelash follicles
Pink eye: virus, bacterial infections, allergies, physical irritants
Bacteria
When to call a doctor
Common myths about eye problems
Cornea
Refractive errors
Retina
Thermal burns: open flames, boiling liquids, rolling steam, hot surfaces
Chemical burns: highly-acidic, basic chemicals, hydrocarbons
Sunburns: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, cells' DNA
First-degree, second-degree, third-degree burns
Epidermis, dermis
Blister, scar, leathery, charred, nerve damage
Sun poisoning: fever, chills, nausea, dizziness
Treatment and prevention
Practicing safety
When to call a doctor
Myths about burns
Burn center: paramedics, nurses, doctors, medical helicopter crew, burn specialists, surgeons, therapists
Arrival, assessment, treatment, healing and recovery
Skin graft
Chemical burn: toxic or poison, flammable, corrosive, gas or fumes
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Inhalation injury
Frostbite, cold burn
Vasoconstriction
Stages: frostnip, superficial frostbite, deep frostbite
Thermal burn, electrical burn, friction burn, radiation burn
Reperfusion
Aloe vera
Brain
Warning signals
Dizzy or faint
Reboot
Blood volume, dehydration, blood sugar, blood pressure, nerves
Self repair
Vagus nerve
Equilibrium
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, fainting
Hypoglycemia: low blood sugar
Glucose
Stress hormones
Hunger, shakiness
Diabetes
Hypotension: low blood pressure
Blood vessels
Postural hypotension
Stroke
Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS)
Treatment and prevention
15-15 Rule
When to call a doctor
Parkinson's disease
Common misconceptions
Neurons
Cell body (soma)
Dendrites
Axon
Arteries
Veins
Lumen
Capillaries
Tunica externa, tunica media, tunica intima
Ventricular contraction
Blood vessels
Aneurysm
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Electrolytes
Homeostasis
Kidneys
Innate immune system
Adaptive immune system
Antibodies
Allergen
Immunoglobulin E
Allergic reactions
Allergy or illness
Anaphylactic shock
EpiPen
Atmospheric allergens
Contact dermatitis
Anaphylaxis
Food and medication allergies
Asthma
Allergy myths
Air quality
Ground-level ozone
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Pollution
Carbon dioxide
Vehicle emissions
Fossil fuel combustion
Particulate matter
Solar panels
Wind turbines
Kinetic energy
Electrical energy
Sulfur dioxide
Nitrogen oxides
Smog
Respiratory and cardiovascular
Sleep
Stage 1: falling asleep
Stage 2: light sleep
Brainwaves
Motor learning
Stage 3: deep sleep
Stage 4: REM sleep
REM (rapid eye movement)
Atonia
Sleep paralysis
Trouble sleeping
Medical obstacles
Sleep apnea
Circadian Rhythm
Poor sleep habits
Blue light
Mental and emotional components
Anxiety
Fight-or-flight mode
Overstimulation
Sleep hygiene
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine
Sleep deprivation
Common misconceptions about sleep
Sleep cycles
Track sleep patterns
Cortisol
Adrenaline
Complex carbohydrates
Quality
Quantity
Hibernate
Lack of nutrition
Stress
Exercise
Growth and development
Teething
Growth spurts
Milestones
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Narcolepsy
Hypocretin
Cataplexy
Vitamin D
Magnesium
L-theamine
Superfoods
Essential oils
Sleep deprivation
Myths about sleep
Hibernation
Brumation
Torpor
Estivation
Diapause
Teeth: crown, roots, necks, enamel, dentin, tubules, cementum, pulp, blood vessels, nerves, sensory feedback
Gums
Gum sensitivity
Gingivitis
Cavity
Wisdom teeth
Braces
Orthodontist
Tooth sensativity
Good dental hygiene
Common misconceptions about teeth
Types of teeth: baby teeth, adult teeth, incisors, canines, premolars, molars, wisdom teeth
Herbivore, carnivore, omnivore
Plaque
Enamel
Catechins
Polyphenols
Scrapes
Cuts
Wounds
Puncture wounds
Clot
Platelets
Scab
Scar
Infections
Stitches
Myths about wounds
Blood clot
Fibrin
Homeostasis
Hemophilia
Thrombosis
Embolism
Blood thinners
Animal regeneration
Stem cells
Turmeric
Curcumin
Piperine
Immaterial
Feelings
Emotions
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Insular cortex
Endorphins
Digestive and immune systems
Stress and anxiety
Anger
Acid reflux
Sadness
Serotonin
Depression
Omega-3
Histamine-2
When to call a doctor
Misconceptions about mental health
Neurotransmitters
Hormones
Dopamine
Serotonin
Oxytocin
Adrenaline
Cortisol
Neuron
Synapse
Reuptake
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI)
Omega-3 fatty acids
Nutrition facts label
Ingredient list

Language Arts

Vocabulary: irritant, antihistamine
Add a recipe card or page to your unit project
Vocabulary: foreign, pustule
What is a paradox?
Examples of paradoxes
Analyze different paradoxes: why they are a paradox and what they mean
Write a paper or stage a debate about whether the cost of epinephrine should be regulated or free for those who need it
Vocabulary: baseline, cystic
Vocabulary: equalize, antiviral
Practice sign language
Vocabulary: stimulant, withdrawal
Vocabulary: tolerance, alleviate
Vocabulary: recede, antibiotics
Fairy tales: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Write an original fairy tale
Vocabulary: quell, intentionally
Vocabulary: appendicitis, bicarbonate
Draw a poster to advertise a stomach remedy
Vocabulary: sphincter, microbes
Vocabulary: pathogens, stimulus
Idioms
Vocabulary: illuminating, recalibrate
Write a detailed reflection about your surroundings
Write your name using braille
Vocabulary: festering, corrosive
Greek word therme: heat, warmth
Vocabulary: complication, reorient
Context clues
Vocabulary: endure, atmospheric
Vocabulary: habitual, hallucinate
Vocabulary: fragmented, metabolism
Vocabulary: wayward, artificially
Vocabulary: hazardous, restoration
Vocabulary: cope, supplication
Grief, compassion, troubled, joy

History

Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine"
The history of medicinal practices
The history of natural options in different parts of the world
Placebo effect
How beauty marks have been viewed throughout history
First school for the deaf
Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen
Age of Exploration
James Lind
Scurvy
Vitamin C
British Navy
Then and now medicine
Ancient healers, herbalists, doctors, natural options, oils, plants
Dr. John Snow
Cholera epidemic
Epidemiology
The Iron Lung
Polio
Doctors: Philip Drinker, Louis Agassiz Shaw
Jonas Salk
Paul Alexander
Martha Mason
Leonardo da Vinci paintings
Louis Braille
Communication through the years
WWII
Toothbrush
Chew sticks
Natural bristle
Nylon bristles
Electric toothbrushes

Social Studies

Reflect on pros and cons of natural options and over-the-counter medications, what your family uses, and why the trend might be turning back toward more natural medicine
Skin irritations aren't an indication that a person is dirty or has something contagious
Contemplate the tendency to judge by outward appearances
Allergies and the use of epinephrine
Reflect on epinephrine use and comfortability administering it
Think about the pros and cons of epinephrine and whether the benefits outweigh the risks
Analyze whether the cost of epinephrine should be regulated or free for those who need it
How it feels to have a beauty mark or freckles
Think about reasons why people might choose to cover up their natural features
Explore the job of a dermatologist, including job description, salary, education required, roles and responsibilities, and workplace
Practice being a "dermatologist"
Do a review of a dermatology practice near you
Melanocytes
Mouches
Chiquesadores
Relaxation traditions, quiet time, fika, sobremesa, riposo, chai
Shinrin-Yoku
Tai Chi
Epsom salt soak
Arnica gel
Hot and cold compresses
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevate
Careers: radiologist, orthopedic doctor, X–ray technologist, cast technician, physical therapist
Name brand or generic medicine: Tylenol, Acetaminophen
Active ingredient
BRAT diet
Advertisement
Slogan
Persuasive language
Metaphors
Imagery
Variety of color
Archaeologists
Egyptian tombs
Latrine
Wastewater: screening, settling tanks, aeration, disinfection
Ancient Israelite camp
Modern wastewater system
Nearsightedness
Farsightedness
Astigmatism
Glasses
Contact lenses
Blindness: braille, white cane, guide dog, screen readers, assistive technology
Write your name using braille
Reaction
Overreacts
Nervous system
Reaction time tests
Protective tools
Bedtime rituals
Ofuro
Balanced diet: vegetables, fruits, grains, protein, dairy
Vitamins and minerals
Calcium, Vitamin D
Food Pyramid
MyPlate
2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Superfoods
Specific techniques to brush your teeth
Mass production
Cost of medicine
Prescription
Health insurance
Premiums
Copays, deductibles, coinsurance
Consumer
Out-of-pocket
Ancient Egyptians
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
How medicine becomes FDA approved
FDA approvals

Art

Make a poster or slideshow about the types of plants Hippocrates used
Sketch out a diagram showing how antihistamines work
Simulate food movement through the digestive system
Make a secret signal for when you need to go to the bathroom
Draw a picture using perspective
Horizon line
Vanishing point
The Last Supper
Create your own safety invention
Create a weather alert
Relaxing music: tempo, beats per minute (BPM)
Create a balanced breakfast, lunch, or dinner
Colors and emotions

Home Economics

Prepare colloidal oatmeal to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a baking soda paste to add to your home medicine cabinet
Make your own warm sock compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Prepare a lavender sachet to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Build your own RICE kit to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make your own fresh orange or grapefruit juice
Make a shower steamer to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make ginger honey chews to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make cranberry popsicles to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a stuffy nose remedy to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a cold compress to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an aloe vera gel to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make an electrolyte drink and powder to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Allergy checklist
Make a stress ball to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a smoothie to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a green tea mouthwash to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make a turmeric paste to add to your home-medicine cabinet
Make Omega-3 energy bites to add to your home-medicine cabinet

Bible

2 Kings 5:1–14
Naaman, the leper, seeks healing from Elisha
1 Samuel 16:7
John 7:24
Matthew 23:28
1 Peter 3:3–4
It is important to seek God's wisdom and discernment instead of judging by outward appearances because He sees things from a much deeper perspective
Numbers 21:7
Israelites attacked by poisonous serpents in the wilderness
Numbers 21:8
The bronze serpent was lifted up, and those who saw it lived
Mark 10:43–44
Paradoxes in the Bible
2 Corinthians 12:10
2 Corinthians 6:10
Matthew 10:16
Job 1–2
Job was covered in sores and scratched them with broken pottery
Job 10
Job brings his pain to the Lord
Job 38:4
God is aware of everything
Job 42:10
God restores Job's health
1 Peter 3:3–4
1 Samuel 16:7
Genesis 1:27
Mark 7
Jesus heals a deaf man
Proverbs 20:12
The Lord has made the ear to hear
1 Kings 19:11–12
God spoke through a low whisper
Psalm 23:5b
My cup overflows
Psalm 19:1
Philippians 4:6–7
John 14:27
Matthew 12:13
God heals
Psalm 18:30
God's way is perfect
Matthew 8:15
Jesus heals us
John 3:16
God loved the world
Matthew 9:35
Jesus heals every ailment
Exodus 15:26
Psalm 103:2–3
Colossians 4:14
Proverbs 2:6
Deuteronomy 23:12–14
God tells you where to go to the bathroom
Psalm 51:7
Whiter than snow
Exodus 12:22
2 Kings 4:35
God brought a widow's son back to life
Matthew 5:13–14
John 15:5
Luke 18:42
Jesus heals the blind man
Daniel 3:25
Four men in the fire, not hurt
Matthew 14:17
Jesus feeds thousands
1 Kings 3:9
Discern between good and evil
Psalm 3:5
Trust God to lay down your worries
Genesis 28:12–13
Jacob's ladder
Daniel 2:31–35
Daniel's interpretation
Matthew 1:20b
Angel of the Lord appears to Joseph
1 Kings 19:8
40 days and 40 nights
Proverbs 25:19
Warning about someone who does not honor Him
Luke 10:25–37
Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:34a
He bound up his wounds
Philippians 4:6–7
Do not be anxious
John 11:33–36
Jesus experienced grief
Matthew 14:13–21
Jesus showed compassion
Matthew 26:36–46
Jesus felt troubled
Luke 10:17–21
Jesus felt joy