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Reptiles Then & Now: Science K-1
Welcome to Reptiles: THEN & NOW, a science class for grades K-1.
The first half of the year, we will focus on dinosaurs from a Biblical perspective. Gather ‘Round’s Dinosaurs curriculum follows the stories of adventure, discoveries, and key people who helped contribute to the world's understanding of these giants of the animal kingdom. Written in living book style, the lessons begin with daily devotional prompts, and each week contain age appropriate apologetics (specifically, how we know that the Bible is true).
The second half of the year, we learn about the most wild, colorful, and interesting reptiles in the world—accompanied by daily, short geography lessons. Each day of class will introduce you to at least one new reptile and tell you all about its appearance, habitat, diet, and life cycle, as well as many more interesting facts. (2026-2027)
REQUIREMENTS
Required Text:
Gather ‘Round offers print and digital download (print yourself) options to best suit your family.
You will need the following items:
(1) Gather ‘Round Dinosaurs EARLY READER Book
(2) Gather ‘Round Reptiles EARLY READER Book
Note: Teachers’ Guides are recommended for parents, but not necessary.
*Available Digital Option: Print yourself! You can purchase a bundle with the EARLY READER Student Notebook and the Teacher's Guide, or the full family bundle, which includes all levels and the Teacher's Guide. If you have more than one child you are buying for, it is more economical to get the full bundle to re-use in the future (like the Paleontology class for 5/6th graders) or with your kids at different levels. All digital bundles come as an instant download in PDF format for you to print at home. The Teacher’s Guide is recommended for parents, but not necessary.
Copy/Supply fee: $40.00 (given directly to Kacy Barbour at Orientation or the first class attended)
Annual tuition: $360 ($36/month for 10 months, August - May, or $40/month if prorated)
(2026-2027)
ABOUT THE TEACHER
Kacy Barbour
Associate of Science–General Education
Kacy grew up in East Tennessee, where she casually attended Northeast State Community College. She enjoyed the classes and teachers so much that she just kept going back until they told her she unintentionally had enough credits for a General Studies degree in 2021. Kacy and Wes met in September 2011 and got married 9 months later in June 2012. Their journey has taken them to North Carolina and several areas in Virginia, but they know the Lord called them to plant roots here in Chesterfield. Kacy and Wes have four children: Noah, Braylan, Coralynn, and Koda. They have thoroughly enjoyed their time at Bridge, watching their children grow and thrive in this environment, and are looking forward to getting to know the Bridge community better while serving here. Kacy serves on the Women’s Ministry Team and co-hosts a Christian Fiction Book Club at Parkway Baptist Church. She enjoys a good book, facilitating service projects, and planning fellowship events alongside her Sisters in Christ.