Homeschool Science Curriculum -
Bring Out Your Child's Inner Einstein
Some reactions
to teaching a homeschool science curriculum include:
"It's expensive!"
"I'm not a scientist!"
Some children can be set free with a few good tools and they will discover the mysteries of science on their own.
For others, you can follow a scripted program to make sure no stone is left unturned.
There are resources out there for every learner...from online lectures to detailed textbooks to hands-on discovery.
Find out your child's learning style then...
Choose The Right Homeschool Science Curriculum
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Homeschool Science Curriculum Resources
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Auditory Learners
Reading aloud, information set to music, and lectures are ways for your Auditory Learner to learn science.
Look for resources that include auditory learning activities such as discussion questions and oral assignments.
Here is a complete list of Auditory
homeschool curriculum.
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 Apologia Exploring Creation
Listening learners will enjoy the audio CDs. The K-6 series uses the Charlotte Mason techniques of narration and notebooking. Create lapbooks for K-8 using the CD-ROM kits at Currclick.com. Purchase audio CDs of the Jr/Sr High textbooks and full course CD-ROMs. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-12 |
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Lyrical Science Science set to music! Three volumes include earth and life science topics. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 5-12 |
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Interact-Simulations Apply science concepts using these science simulations. Plenty of opportunities to discuss. In the Roller Coaster simulation students investigate physics while redesigning five roller coasters. Geared for classrooms but would work great for a large family or co-op group. Time required varies (i.e. 10-13 hours). Buy at Interact-Simulations.com |
Grades 4-12 |
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Free Science Audio &
Videos This website offers audio and video files for free (and for purchase). Find Resources at Learnoutloud.com |
Grades 7+ |
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Kinesthetic Learners
Kinesthetic Learners need touch and movement in order to learn. Science is a great subject for hands-on learners. Make sure resources offer plenty of hands-on experiments (not just cut-and-paste activities).
Here is a complete list of recommendations for Kinesthetic
homeschool curriculum.
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Science Through Children's Literature Experience science through art, dramatizations, building models, experiments, and demonstrations. Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) More Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) Intermediate Science Through Children's Lit (4-7) Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-7 |
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The Private Eye Hands-on investigation of everyday objects is the springboard for scientific investigations. Projects also incorporate art, writing and math. Purchase a jeweler's loupe (required) and specimen kits (fun but not required) at The-Private-Eye.com Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Interact-Simulations Apply science concepts using these science simulations. In the Roller Coaster simulation students investigate physics while redesigning five roller coasters. Geared for classrooms but would work great for a large family or co-op group. Time required varies (i.e. 10-13 hours). Buy at Interact-Simulations.com |
Grades 4-12 |
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Visual Spatial Learners
Visual Spatial Learners benefit with the use of flow charts and graphic organizers for visualizing information. Use reading (and read alouds), videos, computer programs, lapbooks, notebooking, and plenty of hands-on experiments.
Here is a complete list of recommendations for Visual
Spatial homeschool curriculum.
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The Private Eye Hands-on investigation of everyday objects is the springboard for scientific investigations. Projects also incorporate art, writing and math. Purchase a jeweler's loupe (required) and specimen kits (fun but not required) at The-Private-Eye.com Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Moody Science Videos
These videos cover a wide-range of science topics. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Eyewitness Science Books
Full color photographs allow your Visual Picture learner to "see" science. Buy at Christianbook.com Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Apologia Exploring Creation
The CD-ROM, lapbooking and notebooking components will appeal to Visual Picture learners. The K-6 series uses the Charlotte Mason techniques of narration and notebooking. Create lapbooks for K-8 using the CD-ROM kits at Currclick.com. Purchase audio CDs of the Jr/Sr High textbooks and full course CD-ROMs. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-12 |
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Ultimate Visual Dictionary of Science Full of photographs, illustrations, cut-aways, and diagrams explaining topics within the nine major science fields. Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades 5-12 |
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Eyewitness Encyclopedia CD-ROM
Explore science using illustrations, text, animations, video, and audio footage. Then test your knowledge with the Quizmaster. Titles include: Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Science ...Encylopedia of Space and the Universe Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Nature Be sure and check Windows compatibility! Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades 5-12 |
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Visual Print Learners
Visual Print Learners need to read and write. Textbook/workbook programs are a great fit.
Look for resources that include Visual Print learning activities such as workbooks, researching and journaling.
Here is a complete list of recommendations for Visual
Print homeschool curriculum.
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A Reason For Science Uses a workbook approach with lots of reading and writing. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-8 |
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Bob Jones Curriculum This traditional textbook program offers workbooks, reading, writing and researching- a Visual Print learner's delight! Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-12 |
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Inventing
Inventing learners need plenty of time to question and experiment. Inventing children typically enjoy science but traditional science programs are very prescribed in their approach. You can still use these programs by starting out with the experiment of “what happens when you add baking soda to vinegar” but allow your Inventing child to see what happens when you add everything else in the pantry.
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TOPS
Science Self-directing topics (for readers) allow your inventor to discover science on her own. Buy at Topscience.com |
Grades K-12 |
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The Private Eye Hands-on investigation of everyday objects is the springboard for scientific investigations. Projects also incorporate art, writing and math. Purchase a jeweler's loupe (required) and specimen kits (fun but not required) at The-Private-Eye.com Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Inventing Toys: Kids Having Fun Learning
Science Your inventor will love designing cars, boats, rockets, and planes! All while learning the scientific concepts behind these toys. Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades 4-8 |
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Interact-Simulations Apply science concepts using these science simulations. In the Roller Coaster simulation students investigate physics while redesigning five roller coasters. Geared for classrooms but would work great for a large family or co-op group. Time required varies (i.e. 10-13 hours). Buy at Interact-Simulations.com |
Grades 4-12 |
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Eyewitness Encyclopedia CD-ROM Explore science using illustrations, text, animations, video, and audio footage. Then test your knowledge with the Quizmaster. Titles include: Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Science ...Encylopedia of Space and the Universe Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Nature Be sure and check Windows compatibility! Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades 5-12 |
Performing
Performing learners need hands-on activities, games, and
plenty of opportunity to move, act, and do.
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The Private Eye Hands-on investigation of everyday objects is the springboard for scientific investigations. Projects also incorporate art, writing and math. Purchase a jeweler's loupe (required) and specimen kits (fun but not required) at The-Private-Eye.com Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Science Through Children's Literature Experience science through art, dramatizations, building models, experiments, and demonstrations. Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) More Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) Intermediate Science Through Children's Lit (4-7) Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-7 |
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Interact-Simulations Apply science concepts using these science simulations. In the Roller Coaster simulation students investigate physics while redesigning five roller coasters. Geared for classrooms but would work great for a large family or co-op group. Time required varies (i.e. 10-13 hours). Buy at Interact-Simulations.com |
Grades 4-12 |
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Producing
Producing learners prefer routine, drill, reading,
workbooks, writing, and researching. Most textbook programs
are
a
perfect fit for Producing learners.
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A Reason For Science Uses a workbook approach with lots of reading and writing. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-8 |
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Bob Jones Curriculum This traditional textbook program gives Producing learners the structure and sequential environment they thrive in. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-12 |
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Relating/Inspiring
Relating/Inspiring learners prefer social environments and human-interest subjects.
Use role-playing and group/partner assignments to further enhance their
learning.
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Science Through Children's Literature Experience science through art, dramatizations, building models, experiments, and demonstrations. Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) More Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) Intermediate Science Through Children's Lit (4-7) Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-7 |
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The Usborne Book of Scientists Read about famous (and not so famous) scientists throughout history whose research and discoveries have changed our world. Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades 4-8 |
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Interact-Simulations Apply science concepts using these science simulations. In the Roller Coaster simulation students investigate physics while redesigning five roller coasters. Geared for classrooms but would work great for a large family or co-op group. Time required varies (i.e. 10-13 hours). Buy at Interact-Simulations.com |
Grades 4-12 |
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Thinking/Creating
Thinking/Creating learners prefer creative activities and plenty of opportunities to wonder, think, and dream.
Incorporate lapbooks, notebooking, murals, creative
writing, painting, drawing, dioramas, and collages
into your history program.
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The Private Eye Hands-on investigation of everyday objects is the springboard for scientific investigations. Projects also incorporate art, writing and math. Purchase a jeweler's loupe (required) and specimen kits (fun but not required) at The-Private-Eye.com Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-12 |
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Science Through Children's Literature Experience science through art, dramatizations, building models, experiments, and demonstrations. Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) More Science Through Children's Lit (K-3) Intermediate Science Through Children's Lit (4-7) Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-7 |
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Science Arts: Discovering Science Through
Art Experiences
Over 130 science-based art projects for your little artist. Buy at Amazon.com |
Grades K-4 |
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Science Arts: Discovering Science Through
Art Experiences
Over 130 science-based art projects for your little artist. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades K-8 |
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Apologia Exploring Creation
Thinking/Creating learners will enjoy the lapbooking and notebooking components. The K-6 series uses the Charlotte Mason techniques of narration and notebooking. Create lapbooks for K-8 using the CD-ROM kits at Currclick.com. Purchase audio CDs of the Jr/Sr High textbooks and full course CD-ROMs. Buy at Christianbook.com |
Grades 1-12 |
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Science Curriculum Resources
- Find lesson plans linked to Discovery Channel Programs
- Unique science experiments at Fun Science Gallery
- Find books for every science topic (K-8) in Every Teacher's Science Booklist
- Get your science questions answered at The MAD
Scientist Network
- View All Science Curriculum at Christianbook.com
