LIFEPAC Grade 11 Resources

The Old Man and the Sea

ISBN: 9780684801223
| Product Id: LR1108
9780684801223
$13.99
The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea

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For both students & parents

Mastery-based learning format

Demonstrate mastery before progressing

Simple lesson planning

One worktext equals about one month

Self-paced, independent study

Instill time management skills

LIFEPAC Grade 11 Resources

The Old Man and the Sea

ISBN: 9780684801223
| Product Id: LR1108
$13.99
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This Pulitzer Prize winning story by Ernest Hemingway tells the story of an old man's struggle for identity among other Cuban fisherman in his village. The novel is:

  • A required reading for 11th grade Language Arts.
  • Analyzed during the course.
  • An opportunity to apply concepts students learn in Units throughout the year.

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Print worktexts

For both students & parents

Mastery-based learning format

Demonstrate mastery before progressing

Simple lesson planning

One worktext equals about one month

Self-paced, independent study

Instill time management skills

Description

Teach your child the classic theme of personal triumph won from loss with the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. After going 84 days without catching a fish, Santiago faces the ridicule of being unlucky by his fellow fisherman and attempts to go out and find the big catch to prove otherwise. Managing to hook a monstrous marlin, the old Cuban fisherman is pulled far out into the Gulf Stream in his small skiff. Santiago now faces the supreme ordeal of his life as an agonizing battle ensues to wear down the fish in order to kill it with a harpoon.


Written in the language of great simplicity for which Hemingway was noted, The Old Man and the Sea from AOP is sure to keep your child captivated until the very last chapter. The Old Man and the Sea is a required reading for the 11th grade LIFEPAC® English III course.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is LIFEPAC taught and how much work should we do every day?

LIFEPAC consists of 10 worktexts per subject per year that each include instruction, activities, and assessments designed for independent student learning. A typical schedule involves completing one worktext per subject each month, translating to approximately 3–4 pages daily, though families can adjust pacing to suit their needs.

Is LIFEPAC designed for gifted learners or those who have dyslexia?

LIFEPAC’s flexible, self-paced structure allows gifted students to advance quickly and provides the opportunity for focused review where needed. While not specifically tailored for dyslexia, its clear layout and structured approach can be beneficial. Additional resources or accommodations may be necessary to fully support students with dyslexia.

What is mastery learning, and how does LIFEPAC use it?

Mastery learning ensures students fully understand a concept before progressing. In LIFEPAC, each unit focuses on a specific topic, with students required to demonstrate comprehension through self-tests and unit tests before moving on, promoting confidence and retention.

How do I choose the correct grade level for my student?

Grade placement can be based on your child’s age, previous curriculum, or diagnostic assessments. LIFEPAC offers flexibility, allowing you to select different grade levels for each subject to match your child’s proficiency. AOP placement tests can also be used to evaluate readiness. The LIFEPAC Scope & Sequence and sample lessons may also assist in assessing readiness.

How does recordkeeping work for LIFEPAC?

Parents oversee grading and recordkeeping. LIFEPAC provides tools like teacher’s guides with grading sections, student record books, and cumulative files to help track daily assignments, test scores, and overall progress.

As LIFEPAC is a homeschool curriculum, it is not accredited. Accreditation applies to institutions, not curricula, since the accrediting body evaluates not only the curricula but also the teaching and organizational practices. However, LIFEPAC’s comprehensive, mastery-based curriculum meets academic standards, preparing students for college and career after graduation.

Additionally, many colleges and universities now accept homeschool transcripts, so an accredited diploma may not be necessary for students who are on the college education path. Because LIFEPAC is a homeschool curriculum, not a school, parents of a graduating student must provide the high school diploma, which may be purchased on the AOP website here.

If you’re looking for an accredited program that can be completed from home, explore Ignite Christian Academy by AOP.

How involved would I be in teaching and grading with LIFEPAC?

Parental involvement varies by grade level. In early grades, parents provide more direct instruction, while older students work more independently. Parents are responsible for grading assignments and tests, using provided answer keys and guides.

What’s the difference between LIFEPAC and Horizons?

LIFEPAC is a mastery-based, self-paced curriculum suitable for independent learners, covering grades K–12. LIFEPAC curriculum includes core subjects of math, language arts, history & geography, science, and Bible as well as 20 electives.

Horizons employs a spiral learning approach with parent-led instruction, offering colorful, engaging materials primarily for grades PreK–8. Specifically, Horizons curriculum includes preK for 3-4, K-8 math, K-3 phonics & reading, grades 1-3 spelling & vocabulary, grades 11-6 penmanship, K-6 health, and PreK-12 PE.

Can I use LIFEPAC with multiple children?

Yes, LIFEPAC is designed to build independent learners and makes it possible to homeschool multiple children at once. . Each child can work at their own pace with individual student workbooks, allowing parents to manage different grade levels and subjects simultaneously.

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