Earth Science

$905

Curriculum

Earth Science covers a variety of branches of science including astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, earth study, geology, paleontology, and environmental science modules giving students a solid foundation in that broad field of study.

The classes include lecture/discussion and experiments, investigations and hands-on activities, which emphasize the scientific method, good lab procedures, and organizational skills (including note-taking and keeping an organized notebook).

Homework will include reading the chapters and completing assigned exercises in the Student Notebook, plus a small project each quarter.

Home Studies

The average student should plan to devote approximately 60 minutes per day including class time to science studies.
Regular progress reports will be sent to parents.

Prerequisites

Completion or concurrent enrollment in Pre-Algebra.

Text & Materials

Texts

Exploring Creation with General Science, Apologia (3rd edition)
- Textbook (ISBN: 978-1-946506-57-3)
- Student Notebook (ISBN: 978-1-946506-30-6) This item is consumable. Be sure to purchase an unused copy.

Materials

Loose-leaf notebook and paper
Five notebook dividers
Pen or pencil
Notebook zipper pocket
Set of colored markers or pencils