[Spiff]

I know the arguments I've made in the past about getting what you pay for in the context of public schools. We like much of what we've seen with the Charter school, it is just this specific science text and teacher that we're having a problem with now.

[Brilliant]

"Matter can neither be created nor destroyed."



Not really true...

[RogueIsland]

Yeah, that's garbage. I'd complain.

[mlc9852]

I wouldn't let my children by taught by an atheist. This is what you get.

[Question_Assumptions]

Brontosaurus Principle: Up to a point, the bigger the better; beyond that point, benefits could be reduced. Or, to everything there is an optimum size.

I think you need to find a school where they teach this as "The Laffer Curve" and understand that optimal size is often reached before dinosaur stature is reached.

[SMARTY]

"My 8th grader is not allowed to bring her Science textbook home."

Is that even legal??? I mean, that parents CANNOT know what their child is being taught?

[polymuser]

Revisionism: How to Identify It In Your Children's Textbooks

http://www.wallbuilders.com/resources/search/detail.php?ResourceID=116

[MineralMan]

Go to Amazon.com and look up "Global Science" in the Books section. There are bunches of used copies available, starting at just $1.98. Get your own copy. That way you'll know exactly what you're dealing with.

Even if you like it, your daughter will have her own copy for homework, etc.

[Tax-chick]

This is not science. It is philosophy, or at best, "social studies." I wouldn't stand for it.

[Godzilla]

And a tree died in order to print that text book. What a waste.

[ClearCase_guy]

Everyone is entitled to a fair share of the world's resources--provided one is carrying one's own share of the responsibilities.

I like the old wording better: "To each according to his needs, from each according to his ability."

Communism ain't dead -- it's become Science!!!

[x5452]

less of this crap in private catholic schools.

[Mr. K]

ask for a meeting abou this 'textbook'

pull your shild out if this is the crap they are filling her head with

[Question_Assumptions]

Others depict a cowboy, an indian, and a dead buffalo and it mocks the evil and stupid cowboy for wanting to slaughter more buffalo.

While you are at it, you might want to look into how some Indians got buffalo meat before they had horses to hunt them on. It involves a herd of buffalo and a cliff.

[Bob Mc]

"The Law of Equity All humans are created with an equal right to live in dignity and peace and to work out a meaningful existence. Everyone is entitled to a fair share of the world's resources--provided one is carrying one's own share of the responsibilities. "

Sounds like Communism.

[domenad]

I love how liberals accuse conservatives of being "against science", and eschew intelligent design because they say it's not scientific, then put some drivel like this in a science book:

"Responsibility of the Born: All persons must be held responsible for their own pollution. "

Last I checked, opinions such as these are not scientific in the slightest.

[daybreakcoming]

I can only say that it raises a red flag that the teacher bought these books himself. Him, I would look over as closely as the book itself.

[The Ghost of FReepers Past]

You are a good parent, and you are right to question this nonsense. I don't know what your alternative is, but I can say that if this is science, it's only a matter of time till they push the same sort of philosophies in other subjects.

[eyespysomething]

How do charter schools work (is there a board? advisees? trustees?)

Start with the principal and go up from there. Do not try to approach the teacher, it would be like mud wrestling with a pig.

Isn't pushing paganistic belief the same as pushing any religious beliefs?

We have a hate/hate relationship with our public school. They hate to see us coming and we hate to have to go. But we do, my husband makes noise, and trust me, you have to sometimes. We get things done though. More parents should, but most are too lazy or don't care or don't want to embarass their kids or themselves.

Trust me, everyone in our county knows about my husband and his meeting with the principal.

I would not be happy with that cr@p being taught to my child. But be nice and start with the principal. But just don't back down, remember, that is your child and yes, you know best.

[FOG724]

Paging someone who has actually taught science.

[OldFriend]

You can use this as an opportunity to discuss each premise with your child or you can resume home schooling.

Our children are going to be exposed to many differing theories during their lives and it's a good idea to ask them what they think about each issue and then discuss calmly your own family positions.

You cannot prevent your children from hearing and/or seeing opposing viewpoints.