Physical Science

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 such 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 for a basic introduction to atoms and molecule.

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

Throughout their academic school year, your students will conduct controlled experiments where they observe a problem, ask a question, formulate a testable hypothesis, and then conduct the experiment and analyze the data to see if their results support their hypothesis. It involves quantitative data that require measurements. The students will be learning how to write a lab report that describes the process and also what the student learned through 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 course for preparing the student to take 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. I have copies of the textbook that may be rented for the semester for $20.00. There is a supply fee listed below that includes book rental and a supply fee that does not.

Class Homework requirements: This class will have weekly homework which will include reading, review questions, tests, study guides and lab reports. Schoology will be used to turn in most assignments. Students should expect to spend a minimum of 30 minutes a day during the week to prepare for class and work on homework.

Wednesday

Time: 9:00-10:30
Grades: 7-11
Cost: $405
Supply Fee: $60 without book rental; $80 with book rental
Tutor: Andrea Reese