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Grade 8: A fantastic year filled with many opportunities to develop individual skills and interests
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As well as covering all of the curriculum requirements, with their blossoming maturity they will have the chance to make choices on the ways they demonstrate their learning and also topics they are personally interested in. The skills of critical thinking and problem solving will be a focus of Terms 3 and 4.
This will prepare the student to dive into the development of personal research projects, inventions, and creations that are a feature of Grade 9 and 10. The Grade 8 program will equip each student with a real love of learning that will only grow as they move through High School.
All subjects are included and Grade 8 features Inspiring Novels in English, Maths investigations, Science experiments in Biology/Chemistry/Physics and Earth Sciences, History research, Geography explorations, Artistic creations, Health discoveries and PE Skill building. In addition, Grade 8 students also complete Business/Economics and Civics/Citizenship.
Development of individual skills and interest
Grade 8 is full of carefully designed lessons covering the full Australian curriculum and allowing more choice.
Increased self-confidence
Children who actively steer their own learning are empowered to love learning and move forward with confidence.
Increased flexibility
Start with Euka at any stage throughout the year with our flexible Starting Term options.
Future Learners Club to keep your child connected
Euka has a huge range of weekly live catch-up clubs with other Euka kids, from Lego and Engineering to Cooking and Pet care.
Self-paced learning
Euka Grade 8 lessons can be at your child’s pace and adapted to suit the child’s concentration span. Need revision or extension? Our teachers can add it for you.
Learn through our Learning Management System
Short online portal lessons with the printable downloaded activity sheets and fun learning experiences provide the best of both worlds.
Curriculum
English
This year the students will be focussing on some life changing Novels. Each Novel has been carefully chosen to build character to allow students to be uplifted and to provide literature that is uplifting. As they study each Novel for a Term, it is vital to Euka that those Novels provide great building blocks in the students own life. The Grade 8 program allows them to respond to what they are reading, in practical ways. They will show their understanding through comprehension activities, and reflect on the plot, characters and themes through creative projects like making posters, theme songs, T-shirts with character profiles and many more engaging activities.
Mathematics
Grade 8 maths is a hands-on continuation of maths principles the students have discovered in the younger grades. The focus is on presenting each topic in a relevant, enjoyable and meaningful way. With the addition of the multi-grade, online program, Mathletics, students can not only work on the Grade 8 program but extend themselves or catch up on any maths aspects they need revision on. Maths is best taught as an exciting opportunity to learn more about our world.
Science
Our Grade 8 program features experiments, individual research projects and many new ways to use the knowledge gained during lessons. We cover the Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth and Space Sciences and Physical Sciences, throughout the year; topics such as Cells, Energy transfer and Chemistry Compounds. By Grade 8 they are busy developing their own experiments and methods of recording. Euka makes Science come to life!
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History
This year major studies in The Vikings, Japan Shoguns and the Spanish Conquests, students will discover the fascinating aspects of history. The information they learn will be used in relevant, creative ways that encourage active input into their own uncovering of history.
Geography (Term 2 & 4)
Research and understanding of the continent of Landforms and Changing Nations is part of the geography journey that Euka facilitates. Learning about culture, climate, tourism, resources and trade, and how the geography of various countries impact these issues. The Grade 8 Geography program allows the student to have a greater understanding of our country’s relationship with others.
Economics & Business
Terms 1 & 3
Students will not only have the chance to learn business principles but also to put them to use in practical ways. This allows them to experience the reality of each step in the process. They learn to interpret results, budget, make changes based on investigation and many other valuable lessons. Learning about real world money issues is vital as they begin looking at their own futures.
Civics & Citizenship
Terms 1 & 3
Learning about the way the Government and the legal system work are vital to being an informed citizen. In this subject we will examine diversity, country identity, laws and democracy. A good grounding in the way our country operates, allows students to grow into well informed adults.
Health
Grade 8 health involves investigating strategies to manage their own personal, physical and social changes that occur during this time of their lives. Opening up family discussions on issues that are important enable the student to make wise choices now and into their future.
PDHPE
The student is given the chance to develop their own fitness log, and learn how to adjust exercise to gain the best advantage. Many skills are refined and students are also encouraged to decide to work on their own personal fitness activities and goals. The inclusion of personal fitness activities outside of the Euka program is acknowledged and valued.
Art
(Drama, Music and Visual Arts)
All aspects of the arts are covered in Grade 8 Visual arts is the focus and this is joined by dance, media arts, drama and music, throughout the year. The subject provides great ideas and opportunities to discover and develop their creativity in many areas. By examining artists of many kinds, the student is encouraged to develop their own styles. Producing artworks that others can enjoy and share is a focus of Grade 8 art.
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Why students & families love learning with us
“My children deserve a lot of the credit but most of all I want to thank you for giving my children a much deserved education. You have helped my children grow and learn in ways I never imagined. I’m blessed to be their educator and blessed to have the guidance you provide.”
“My children deserve a lot of the credit but most of all I want to thank you for giving my children a much deserved education. You have helped my children grow and learn in ways I never imagined. I’m blessed to be their educator and blessed to have the guidance you provide.”
“We are loving the program and Henri (now 13) is thriving! He is loving learning again, has gained back his confidence, especially in Maths where he is getting 80-100% on his tests. Thanks for providing such a fun interesting curriculum. I am finding that following the program week by week easy to manage.”
“We are loving the program and Henri (now 13) is thriving! He is loving learning again, has gained back his confidence, especially in Maths where he is getting 80-100% on his tests. Thanks for providing such a fun interesting curriculum. I am finding that following the program week by week easy to manage.”
“I have 2 children with learning disabilities so we purchase the grade level suitable for them. We’ve been using this program for about two years and love it. It’s self-paced and covers all subjects. My kids enjoy it! It’s also very flexible.”
“I have 2 children with learning disabilities so we purchase the grade level suitable for them. We’ve been using this program for about two years and love it. It’s self-paced and covers all subjects. My kids enjoy it! It’s also very flexible.”
“From our happy family to yours, we again thank you for providing a service that not only helps our child excel but also helps take out the stresses families face when homeschooling.”
“From our happy family to yours, we again thank you for providing a service that not only helps our child excel but also helps take out the stresses families face when homeschooling.”
“Your program has brought the joy back to learning for my children and given me the confidence that I can facilitate my children’s learning. I know that it is in line with the Education Department and that I am ticking the boxes. I just can’t thank you enough”
“Your program has brought the joy back to learning for my children and given me the confidence that I can facilitate my children’s learning. I know that it is in line with the Education Department and that I am ticking the boxes. I just can’t thank you enough”
“My year 6 boy has now grown more confident and is able to work a little more independently now, looking up lessons and seeing what he is doing that day”
“My year 6 boy has now grown more confident and is able to work a little more independently now, looking up lessons and seeing what he is doing that day”
“It’s a pleasure to be with your program. We are excited about preparing for next year. My thanks again for your support my sons.”
“It’s a pleasure to be with your program. We are excited about preparing for next year. My thanks again for your support my sons.”
“Zahara’s new teacher has done a maths assessment on her and Zahara scored 95. l can’t thank you all enough for all you have done. Before signing up with you, I spent thousands on tutoring and although it was great, it was Home Schooling with your program that brought home amazing results.”
“Zahara’s new teacher has done a maths assessment on her and Zahara scored 95. l can’t thank you all enough for all you have done. Before signing up with you, I spent thousands on tutoring and although it was great, it was Home Schooling with your program that brought home amazing results.”
“I have just had my AP interview yesterday and I passed with flying colours! I was so nervous leading up to it, and my interview could not have gone better. Thank you for your support and thank you for a great program. You really have taken the stress out of homeschooling.”
“I have just had my AP interview yesterday and I passed with flying colours! I was so nervous leading up to it, and my interview could not have gone better. Thank you for your support and thank you for a great program. You really have taken the stress out of homeschooling.”
No, you don’t have to start from Term 1. You can pick the Starting Term when adding a Full Year to your cart (Foundation through Grade 9).
Enrol for a Full Year and pay up front to enjoy 4 consecutive terms with Euka at a discount.
No, you don’t have to start from Term 1. You can pick the Starting Term when adding a Full Year to your cart (Foundation through Grade 9). Enrol for a Full Year and pay up front to enjoy 4 consecutive terms with Euka at a discount.
You can start at any time throughout the year. Simply pick the Starting Term when adding a Full Year to your cart (Foundation through Grade 9).
Enrol for a Full Year and pay up front to enjoy 4 consecutive terms with Euka at a discount.
You can start at any time throughout the year. Simply pick the Starting Term when adding a Full Year to your cart (Foundation through Grade 9). Enrol for a Full Year and pay up front to enjoy 4 consecutive terms with Euka at a discount.
You have complete flexibility with how you schedule in the week’s work. As long as you meet the Department minimum requirements, you can do it any way that works for your family. Each individual is different, so you can tailor the schedule to your child’s needs.
You have complete flexibility with how you schedule in the week’s work. As long as you meet the Department minimum requirements, you can do it any way that works for your family. Each individual is different, so you can tailor the schedule to your child’s needs.
You have complete flexibility with how you schedule in the week’s work. As long as you meet the Department minimum requirements you can do it any way that works for your family. Each individual is different so you can tailor the schedule to your child’s needs.
You have complete flexibility with how you schedule in the week’s work. As long as you meet the Department minimum requirements you can do it any way that works for your family. Each individual is different so you can tailor the schedule to your child’s needs.
The Department of Education requires that you cover the full curriculum. Most families choose to cover the program by doing one lesson of Maths and English and 1 other subject per day.
Each week contains 5 lessons for Maths, 5 lessons of English, PLUS we also include lessons for all other subjects so you can choose one other subject per day. This will become a minimum of 2 other subjects per day in high school grades.
The Department of Education requires that you cover the full curriculum. Most families choose to cover the program by doing one lesson of Maths and English and 1 other subject per day. Each week contains 5 lessons for Maths, 5 lessons of English, PLUS we also include lessons for all other subjects so you can […]
Yes, we include all the answers for parents, so you have full transparency. You can find the answers in the “Getting Started” section of the Euka online portal. You will also find these in the “Parent Handbook.”
Yes, we include all the answers for parents, so you have full transparency. You can find the answers in the “Getting Started” section of the Euka online portal. You will also find these in the “Parent Handbook.”
Enrolment options
Start with Euka at any stage throughout the year with our flexible Starting Term options. Simply pick the Starting Term when adding a Full Year to your cart. Pay up front to enjoy 4 consecutive terms with Euka at a discount.
All of our grades are delivered through our online Learning Management System. Helping you to easily keep track of progress online or download additional resources.
Grade 8
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