Help your family discover God’s good design for sleep, rest, and Sabbath!
In a world filled with screens, busy schedules, and constant demands, it can be difficult to slow down and make room for rest. This free unit study helps Christian homeschool families explore why rest matters, how God designed our bodies for sleep, and what Scripture and creation teach us about healthy rhythms of work and rest.
Combining science, nature study, and biblical truth, Restful Rhythms: God’s Design for Sleep, Rest & Sabbath guides your family through the science of sleep, animals that rest, God’s pattern of work and rest, the meaning of Sabbath, and practical ways to create more margin in everyday life.
Inside this free unit study, you’ll find:
The Science of Sleep: Explore circadian rhythms, healthy sleep habits, and why growing children need adequate sleep.
Rest in Creation: Discover how animals and plants follow God-designed patterns of activity and rest.
Biblical Teaching: Study Scripture passages about work, rest, Sabbath, and trusting God.
Activities for Multiple Ages: Engage elementary students with drawing, observation, copywork, and simple activities, while middle-school students dig deeper through research and reflection.
Practical Family Resources: Use a sleep-and-energy chart, a time-tracking worksheet, and a family rest challenge to put what you learn into practice.
With activities for both younger and older students, this printer-friendly resource makes it easy to learn together while allowing children to explore topics at their own level.
Help your family move beyond constant busyness and discover restful rhythms rooted in God’s design. Download your free copy and begin exploring how sleep, rest, and Sabbath can help your family grow in wisdom, gratitude, and trust in the Lord.
Created by Schoolhouse Rocked in partnership with Liberty HealthShare, and based on our conversation with Eryn Lynum on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, “Restful Rhythms: How Creation Teaches Us to Pause and Trust God.” Watch or listen here, and get Eryn’s excellent book, The Nature of Rest here.
Liberty HealthShare® is one of the nation’s oldest and largest healthcare sharing ministries. The nonprofit is a caring community of health-conscious individuals and families who choose to support one another and share Christian values of stewardship to help make healthcare affordable. It serves thousands of homeschooling families across the country. Learn more at LibertyHealthShare.org.
Do you want your kids to see God’s handiwork in every part of creation? Aby Rinella and Eryn Lynum explore the power of marveling at God’s creation and how it transforms your homeschool and your family. Discover practical and inspiring ways to nurture wonder and faith in your children through the great outdoors—even if you live in the middle of the city! Perfect for Christian homeschool moms seeking encouragement and biblical wisdom.
What You’ll Learn:
· The biblical foundation for marvel and wonder in God’s creation
· Simple ways to encourage your children’s curiosity outdoors
· How nature study can deepen faith and understanding of God’s purpose
· Integrating big science words and scripture for meaningful learning
· Creative ideas to experience nature—even for city dwellers
Recommended Resources:
Discover the fascinating world of insects and the amazing details of God’s creation with God’s Designs in Dazzling Insects, a 80+ page lesson pack from Nat Theo!
Why do dung beetles roll balls of dung? Is an inchworm really an inch long? Why did God make mosquitoes? And why does a fly rub its hands together? Explore these curious questions and more through four engaging science lessons that encourage children to look closely at the natural world and marvel at God’s handiwork.
Created for Christian families, this printable lesson pack combines nature study, science education, hands-on activities, and biblical encouragement. Children will investigate how insects move, grow, hide, feed, and survive while learning to appreciate the incredible design and purpose found throughout God’s creation.
Inside this unit study, you’ll discover:
Four fascinating insect lessons covering dung beetles, inchworms and geometer moths, mosquitoes, and flies.
Science reading and nature study exploring insect anatomy, life cycles, camouflage, navigation, and other remarkable features.
Hands-on activities and puzzles, including matching exercises, mazes, life-cycle sequencing, creative projects, and true-or-false questions.
Bible verse copywork with beginner, advanced, and cursive options.
Biblical discussion questions and devotionals that encourage children to think about God’s character, creation, and our responsibility to care for the world He made.
Vocabulary and review activities to reinforce new scientific terms and concepts.
Links to related podcast episodes, videos, and additional learning resources.
Answer keys to help parents guide learning and review completed activities.
A certificate of completion to celebrate your child’s learning.
Four Engaging Lessons
Why Do Dung Beetles Roll Piles of Poop? — Explore beetle anatomy, life cycles, navigation, and the important role these insects play in nature.
Is an Inchworm Actually an Inch Long? — Discover how inchworms move, how caterpillars differ, and how insects use camouflage to hide.
Why Did God Make Mosquitoes? — Investigate mosquito anatomy, life cycles, feeding habits, and how different creatures fit into the natural world.
Why Does a Fly Rub Its Hands Together? — Learn about the diverse world of flies, how to identify them, and the fascinating features that distinguish them from similar-looking creatures.
A wonderful resource for Christian homeschool science, this lesson pack helps children develop curiosity, practice observation, build scientific vocabulary, and grow in their appreciation for God’s creation.
Select the activities that best fit your family, work through the lessons at your own pace, and enjoy discovering the little details that make the insect world so remarkable!
This unit study was generously provided by our good friends at Nat Theo. Please drop by their website and say thank you! Also, check out their AMAZING podcast, hosted by Eryn Lynum.
Free Insects Unit Study from Nat Theo
Restful Rhythms: How Creation Teaches Us to Pause and Trust God – Eryn Lynum
Nat Theo Podcast, hosted by Eryn Lynum
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More from Aby Rinella on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Evolution and Creationism Studies from Master Books
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