RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Course Descriptions

Classical Education, a Christ-Centered Solution

🧮 Mathemathics

• K–2: Gentle, story-based lessons from MasterBooks introduce early math skills—counting, time, shapes, and simple operations—while reinforcing a biblical worldview.
• 3–5: Students advance in operations, fractions, decimals, and early algebraic thinking with MasterBooks, through relatable real-world application and repetition.
• 6–8: A hybrid of Math U See and CTC Math supports individualized pacing and mastery in pre-algebra, geometry, and foundational problem-solving.
• 9–12: Students follow a tailored high school math path using teacher-selected curriculum (Algebra I/II, Geometry, or Pre-Calculus), reinforced with CTC Math when needed.

📖 Language Arts & Writing

• K–2: Language Lessons for a Living Education builds phonics, narration, early writing, and grammar with Scripture, stories, and oral expression.
• 3–5: Students grow in reading comprehension, grammar, and composition using Language Lessons for a Living Education, with practice in copywork, dictation, and paragraph writing.
• 6–8: Writing & Rhetoric teaches classical composition (narrative, persuasive, descriptive), while IEW Fix It! Grammar strengthens editing and structure.
• 9–12: Through the Notgrass curriculum, students sharpen reading, writing, grammar, and research skills while engaging with high-level prompts and worldview reflection.

📚 Literature

• K–2: Literature is woven into language arts and history through living books and read-alouds that reflect godly character and classical storytelling.
• 3–5: Students explore classical children's literature aligned with history, fostering moral imagination and critical discussion.
• 6–8: A robust classical reading list supports Ancient & Biblical History. Students engage in Socratic dialogue, copywork, and worldview analysis.
• 9–12: Students read classic works from around the world as part of the Notgrass World History program, with discussion, essay writing, and biblical integration.

🔬 Science

• K–2: Life Science introduces God’s creation through hands-on studies of animals, plants, the human body, and the five senses.
• 3–5: MasterBooks Science Level 3 covers ecosystems, machines, weather, and anatomy, through interactive, Bible-based learning.
• 6–8: MasterBooks General Science 1 surveys earth, sky, weather, astronomy, and oceanography with labs, journaling, and Scripture.
• 9–12: Master's Class Biology presents advanced life science topics—cells, genetics, anatomy, microbiology—through labs and biblical worldview.

🌍 History

• K–2: Students discover Ancient and Biblical History through living books, tactile timelines, and hands-on storytelling from Creation to Rome.
• 3–5: Notgrass Our Great Big World teaches world geography and culture with biblical themes, literature, and map work.
• 6–8: Mystery of History Volume I walks students through Creation to the Resurrection, blending Bible and world history with narration and projects.
• 9–12: Exploring World History by Notgrass integrates Bible, primary sources, and global events from Creation to modern times.

🧠 Logic & Critical Thinking

• K–2: Students practice observation, asking questions, and basic reasoning through discussion, games, and nature study.
• 3–5: Early logic games, analysis exercises, and oral discussion help students develop thoughtful reasoning and discernment.
• 6–8: The Art of Argument teaches students to spot logical fallacies, defend ideas, and evaluate cultural messages.
• 9–12: The Discovery of Deduction introduces formal logic, argument structure, and apologetics in preparation for leadership and worldview defense.

✍️ Handwriting & Composition

• K–2: Students learn manuscript print through Scripture-based copywork and fine motor practice.
• 3–5: Students transition to cursive and apply it through grammar reinforcement, poetry, and paragraph construction.
• 6–8: Classical writing styles are emphasized through Writing & Rhetoric, including creative storytelling and persuasive writing.
• 9–12: Composition is integrated into history and literature with a focus on essay writing, thesis development, and biblical worldview response.

River Christian Academy

3650 Shawnee Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33406 | Tel: (561)425-8579 | email: rca@riverschools.com

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