In this 32-week, 1 ½-hour class, students will be introduced to the stunning world we live in, as well as the universe around it. From the composition of air to icebergs to astrophysics, students will receive thorough lessons in each element of the physical world

The text, Exploring Creation with Physical Science (2nd edition), discusses such topics as:

• Measurement and Units so that students can convert between units in scientific study.

• The structure of the Earth, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, and Lithosphere, so that students can appreciate the wonder of our blue planet.

• Weather so that students can understand the factors that affect the Earth’s weather and how weather is predicted.

• An Introduction to Physics to understand the mechanics of motion, forces, and energy.

• Newton’s Laws and the Forces in Creation to understand friction, static and kinetic energy, gravity, electromagnetic forces, and electrical circuits.

• Solar System, Stars, and Galaxies to introduce the wonders of our universe.

• An Introduction to Chemistry provides a basic introduction to atoms and molecules.

• In class, we will conduct many experiments, participate in hands-on activities, learn to write lab reports, and discuss the major points from the assigned reading.

Throughout their academic year, your students will conduct controlled experiments in which they observe a problem, ask a question, formulate a testable hypothesis, then conduct the experiment and analyze the data to determine whether their results support the hypothesis. It involves quantitative data that require measurements. The students will learn how to write a lab report that describes the process and what they learned from the lab. Additionally, students will conduct descriptive experiments to use their 5 senses to make qualitative observations and describe what they learn.

This class is an excellent preparation for a college-prep high school science curriculum. Most umbrella schools accept this as a high school science credit. Please check with your umbrella school if you are planning to use it to satisfy a high school science credit.

Please NOTE: Students will need a copy of Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 2nd edition. This textbook is no longer in print. Book rental is $20 for the year.

Class Homework requirements: This class will have weekly homework that includes reading, review questions, tests, study guides, and lab reports. Schoology will be used to turn in most assignments. Students should expect to spend at least 30 minutes a day during the week preparing for class and completing homework.

Wednesday

Time: 9:00-10:30
Grades: 7-11
Cost: $405
Supply Fee: $65 without book rental; $85 with book rental
Tutor: Andrea Reese