Free Preview: Physical Science

Wondering if Science Shepherd's Physical Science is right for your family? Check out our free preview! It provides access to multiple video lessons and corresponding workbook page PDFs.

Science Shepherd's Physical Science homeschool curriculum builds upon some of the basic principles established in our Introductory Science, with a focus on chemistry, physics and astronomy. The class features over 100 video lessons, with key concepts reinforced in age-appropriate workbooks (Level A or B) and practical activities. Topics include atoms and molecules, the Periodic Table, forces and Newton's 3rd law, the solar system and more. Physical Science is written by Scott Hardin, MD, a physician and homeschool dad.

• Level A: 3rd-5th grade (ages 8-11).
• Level B: 4th-6th grade (ages 9-12); includes some basic algebra.
• Older students new to chemistry, physics and astronomy may benefit from taking the class as an introduction to those subjects.

Science Shepherd was awarded the 2023 Practical Homeschooling Elementary Science Reader Award, is a Homeschool.com 2023 Educational Website Awards Winner, and receives rave reviews from families. You can be confident that our homeschool Physical Science curriculum will provide an excellent educational experience to your student.

How are Level A and Level B different?

The Video Course for Physical Science is the exact same for Level A and Level B. Only the Workbooks differ for the two Levels, with Level B being slightly more challenging (more questions, and questions worded differently).

Are there tests/quizzes for Physical Science?

No, Physical Science does not have any tests or quizzes.

How are creation and evolution handled?

Since these are science courses that were written by a Christian, probably the most common question I am asked is, “What about evolution and creation?” The answer really starts and ends with the Bible. It is the unerring Word of God and, as such, provides the framework upon which everything is understandable, including science. As such, all Science Shepherd material is presented from a literal understanding of Genesis, teaching that God created the universe and everything in it in 6 literal, 24-hour days, about 6,000 years ago. Now, why evolution in Christian-based courses? It is important to cover evolution and some basic principles because our children will be constantly bombarded with it throughout their lives.

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