Elemental Science
Hands-on learning and writing practice a key partĀ
Fun and interesting experiments
Teaching material not all that illustrated
Recommended reading and some activities may require extra purchases
Moving Beyond the Page
California Core Aligned CurriculumĀ
Students can work both offline and online
Multitude of lessons to choose from
Requires teacher to pick and choose lessons as itās difficult to cover everything
Provides hands on activities and targets multiple learning styles
Parent Purchase
Time4Learning
California Core Aligned Curriculum
Online Video Instruction with additional independent practice and assessments
Optional hard copies for additional offline practice
Provides computer generated lesson plans and pacing guidesĀ
Great customer support hotline
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.
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
Starline Press
Complete, Core Aligned Curriculum
Aligned to California state standards
Self-directed instruction with minimal teacher supervision
Courses are Not Live and the Parent Supports Instruction
Supercharged Science
Video-based instruction
Tons of Hands-On Activities and Experiments
Experiments are Fun and Relatable
Experiments Use Common Household Materials
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