Elemental Science
Leads the middle school student through a study of forces, motion, and more by digging deeper into what was studied during the elementary years.
Emphasis on written work, acquisition of facts and hands on learning (experiments)
Students are expected to be much more self-directed.
Moving Beyond the Page
Includes free online access to your curriculum, Learning Gates, and Portfolio for 18 months
Includes all of the Curriculum, Science Readers, and Manipulatives.
Parent Purchase
180 Days of Science
Daily practice to build students' science content-area knowledge
Life, Physical, and Earth/Space (12 weeks each).
Easy to use
Concept taught, minimal practice
Most families supplement with hands-on learning activities.
Core Skills
Covers topics in the areas of life, earth, and physical science t reading passages and corresponding worksheets
NGSS (next Generation Science Standards) aligned
Good resource guide to what needs to be taught- most people will supplement with hands on learning
Generation Genius
Cost is $50 fee for access to the Gateway account.
Includes access to all online lessons for grades K-8 through your Teaching Consultant.
Easy to teach one concept to multiple grade levels.
Lessons include a video component, discussion questions, reading material, easy to prep activities, and assessments (optional).
Videos are produced in partnership with the National Science Teaching Association, and aligned to standards in all 50 states.
Supercharged Science
Video-based instruction
Tons of Hands-On Activities and Experiments
Experiments are Fun and Relatable
Experiments Use Common Household Materials
Studies Weekly
Weekly colorful, engaging newspaper format
Fully aligned with NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards)
Hands-on with open-and-go lessons
NOEO Science
Hands-On Comprehensive Science Curriculum
Includes experiments, living books, and prep-free lessons - all in one box
Can teach several grade levels together with shareable books and experiments
Parent purchase for reimbursement
Must order from Charter Editions for Reimbursement
Outschool
Live, Online Classes for Kids and Teens
Numerous Courses in a Variety of Subjects
Classes Vary Depending on Availability of Instructors
Some courses can be pricey
Parent Purchase