Earth Science Explored Elementary
Grade Level: Elementary | Ages: 6-12
Earth Science Explored Elementary (Level A) combines engaging video lessons, hands-on activities, and guided assignments to help students explore the forces that shape our planet—from oceans and weather to rocks and landforms.
Every concept is taught from a Christian worldview, helping students see God’s thoughtful design in the planet we call home.
Complete Program: $149
For your entire immediate family!
✔️ Video Lessons
✔️ Lab Assignments
✔️ Quizzes & Exams
✔️ Reading Assignments
Earth Science Explored Elementary in 3 Easy Steps…
WATCH ENGAGING VIDEO LESSONS
· Login to your online classroom each week and let your kids watch the engaging video lesson that will introduce them to basic biology principles. Watch together as a family, or each child can watch on their own!
ENGAGE IN FUN ACTIVITIES & ASSIGNMENTS TO MAKE SCIENCE COME ALIVE
· With each lesson you’ll be provided with hands-on activities, creative play, memory work, and more. You decide what to integrate into your lesson and what to skip. Customize the course to fit your family’s unique needs.
EXPLORE LIVING BOOKS FROM RECOMMENDED READING LISTS
· Further your children’s education and love of biology by using some (or all) of the books on the reading list. Choose from the list of living books and use them as read-alouds for the family or independent reading assignments for each of your children.
Scope & Sequence
Earth Science Explored Elementary (Level A) is an engaging elementary course that introduces young learners to the dynamic systems and processes shaping our planet. Students will explore Earth’s unique position in the solar system, its four spheres, and the essentials of climate, weather, and the water cycle. The course covers geological concepts like the rock cycle, plate tectonics, and natural phenomena such as volcanoes and earthquakes. Interactive lessons and hands-on activities foster curiosity and build a foundational understanding of Earth science. This course makes learning about our planet both accessible and enjoyable for elementary students.
Lesson 1: Home Sweet Home
What makes Earth a unique place in the solar system and its relationship to the rest of the universe
Lesson 2: The Spheres of the Earth
An overview of the four spheres of the Earth with a sneak peek at all we’ll be learning about this year
Lesson 3: My Place in This World
Using maps, longitude and latitude lines, and cardinal directions
Lesson 4: Feeling Dizzy
Learning how the rotation and revolution of our planet impacts our days, weeks, months, and years
Lesson 5: A Season for Everything
Explore why we have seasons and the dates of the equinoxes and solstices
Lesson 6: Life Everywhere!
A study on climate, how it differs from weather, and how it allows for a diversity of life throughout the world
Lesson 7: Up, Up, & Away
Learning more about the layers of the atmosphere and their composition and purpose
Lesson 8: Water World
An introduction to the hydrosphere and all the different places water can be found
Lesson 9: Surf’s Up
A deeper look at the movements of the oceans: waves, tides, and currents
Lesson 10: High Quality H2O
Exploring the freshwater locations in the world, from lakes and rivers to glaciers and icebergs
Lesson 11: Water Works
All about the states of water and how the water cycle allows life to thrive on this planet
Lesson 12: On Cloud Nine
Learning about the different types of clouds and why they form
Lesson 13: How’s the Weather?
A general overview of what weather is, how it changes, and how clouds help us to predict it
Lesson 14: Raining Cats & Dogs
Exploring precipitation and thunderstorms
Lesson 15: We’re Not in Kansas Anymore
An in depth look at tornados and how they form
Lesson 16: The Eye of the Storm
Why hurricanes form and the destruction they can cause
Lesson 17: Peeling Back the Layers
Exploring the different layers of the geosphere, from the crust to the core
Lesson 18: It’s Elementary
An overview of rocks and minerals—and the elements that form them
Lesson 19: Rock On!
Learning the different types of rocks as well as the rock cycle
Lesson 20: The Plates of the Earth
Introducing plate tectonics and how they formed the continents
Lesson 21: Who’s at Fault?
A deeper look at the types of tectonic plate boundaries and how the earth beneath us moves
Lesson 22: Blow Your Top
Exploring how volcanoes work, where they are, and their explosive power
Lesson 23: Shake, Rattle, & Roll
An exciting look at the power and destructiveness of earthquakes
Lesson 24: Wall of Water
Learning about the power of tsunamis
Lesson 25: Break It Down
An overview of the processes of weathering and erosion
Lesson 26: Clear as Mud
All about soil—what is it, how is it made, and why we need it
Lesson 27: Relics of the Past
A lesson on fossils and how they are made
Lesson 28: All Over This Land
Studying topography and landforms—from the heights of mountains and hills to the plateaus and plains
Lesson 29: Into the Land
A journey into the earth to study the topography of caves
Lesson 30: Under the Water
Studying the topography and unique features under the oceans—abyssal plains, hydrothermal vents, and more
Full-year course: $149
· Pay in full or in 3 monthly installments.
· Generous multi-student discounts available for families with Level B & C students taking the same course in the same year.
· Educational Savings Accounts (ESA) available in many states. Learn more.
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I’ve done a lot of living books and nature walks for science, but as my children have gotten older I needed more structure.
My 7-year-old loved the explanations in Earth Science Elementary and said they were clear and understandable. My 10-year-old loved the videos as well as the experiments. Thank you! Just thank you so much for creating an engaging, educational program that’s obviously a labor of love for your family.
In addition to homeschooling, I work full time, so I was having a hard time getting science done.
My kids weren't engaged with the curriculum I'd planned, and it was another thing that I had to make sure I had time to lead. But I absolutely love the engaging content in Earth Science Explored Elementary. Even though I purchased this to be independent, I find it so entertaining I usually watch with the kids! I have even learned lots of new things in this elementary course. It’s my favorite science curriculum!
I'm not a science person and I find textbooks to be pretty boring.
Your beautiful videos sold me on trying your program for the first time this year. They are so much more interesting than just a plain lecture. Students are able to really engage with the material and see what they are learning. Don’t be afraid to make the investment in Earth Science Explored Elementary. It is worth it!
This course has taken work off my plate and has been far more engaging than the science books we’ve used in the past.
My first grader retains information because the videos are engaging and my fifth grader has learned much more than previous courses. The great thing about this course is it’s simplicity — don’t overcomplicate things. My kids love this course!
My daughter was hating school because it wasn’t fun. I really wanted her to enjoy learning…
…but I’m not a science person and didn’t know how to make science fun. This program has been a lifesaver! It’s opened up a new world to my daughter, she’s asking questions about space, and pointing out things she’s learned to her dad.
My daughter’s now enjoying school and both of us have loved learning about astronomy. I’ll be signing her up for the high school program when she’s old enough.
This has been a Godsend.
I have always struggled to be consistent teaching science in our homeschool. We have tried many different curriculum. Many were good. Some were so hard. Some were too easy. However, they all hinged on my ability to get it done. Science wasn't as important as reading, writing, and math, so I often let it go. These classes have been a perfect fit.
This is almost exactly what I’ve looked for in my homeschool for a long time…
…a well-designed, engaging, video-based science curriculum that can be self-paced. As a homeschool mom who was an English teacher, I need to outsource science as much as possible as it’s not in my wheelhouse. The videos are engaging and memorable. I appreciate the doable activities and worksheets, and my daughter enjoys taking the quizzes.
Other curricula I have tried always end up requiring more (and more googling!) from me than I expected or had time for.
You’ve got questions… we’ve got answers
What is covered in the course?
Great question! Check out the Elementary Earth Science Scope and Sequence here for an overview of the topics we cover in this course.
What additional books or supplies will I need for this course?
We'll provide you with a reading list of living books that you can purchase or borrow from your local library. You'll also have an activity you can complete with each lesson, but we've tried to ensure these activities use supplies that are typically found around the house or those that are easily accessible.
Please note: The books and activities are completely optional. The program is completely customizable and you can do as much or as little as you like!
Some parents choose to use the included PDF downloads of the lesson cards and student adventure guide. However, if you'd prefer the full-color printed versions, you may purchase them separately.
When will I get access to the course?
You’ll have immediate access to the course as soon as you register!
After enrolling, when will I get access to the course materials?
You'll have immediate access to the entire course as soon as you register.
What ages or grades is this course appropriate for?
The class is geared towards kids 6-11 years of age, but younger students may also enjoy listening in on the course. For middle school students, we recommend our Earth Science Explored: Level B program.
As the parent, you are the best person to determine if this class is appropriate for your student. Click on “Preview” in the menu above to get a taste of the course.
Can my public or private school child enroll in the course?
Of course! While it certainly is a great course for homeschoolers, this course is great for any student who wants to learn more about astronomy whether they’re homeschooled, public schooled, or private schooled. You have the flexibility to complete the course whenever you’d like!
Do I need to enroll each of my children separately?
No. When you purchase Earth Science Explored Level A you may use the course with all the children in your immediate family.
Can I take this course if I live outside the United States?
You sure can! We’ve made sure to make the lessons applicable to those worldwide.
Do you offer options to use this in a co-op?
Yes, however the course is set up slightly different to accommodate groups going through the course together. Learn more about our co-op options here.
How long will I have access to this course?
You'll have lifetime access to the course. This means you can pace your kids through the course any way you want or go back and use the course with more kids later on.
What is your refund policy?
We have a fabulous fit promise! For our elementary courses, that means you have 30 days from when you purchase to review the course. If it's not a fabulous fit for your family — simply email us and we'll give you a full refund.
Can I pay for this course with my Educational Savings Account?
We are an approved vendor with several ESAs and are continuing to add to the list all the time! We’re happy to provide you with invoices or other information you need to submit to your ESA. You can see all the ESAs we’re currently approved vendors with and/or submit a request for us to apply to the ESA in your state.
Which class is right for my child: the elementary or the upper level course?
The elementary-level course is designed for students in the elementary grades.
- Video lessons are shorter than the upper-level videos and taught using simpler language for younger viewers.
- The concepts taught in the elementary course are more basic, whereas the level B course includes the basic concepts and goes much deeper.
- Activities in the elementary course include more hands-on creative projects whereas the level B course has more involved labs that require a greater amount of critical thinking skills.
- Reading assignments for the elementary course are living books that can be used as read-alouds or assigned as independent reading, geared towards students ages 6-11. The recommended reading for the level B course is a textbook geared more towards teens.
- Supplemental activities for the elementary course include things like copy work and memory cards, suitable for elementary level students.
Does my child have to view the course videos on specific days or times?
Nope! Everything is recorded and will be available for you to watch on your time schedule.
Do you discuss the age of the earth in this course?
While this class acknowledges God as the creator of the universe, it does not get into concepts about the age of the universe or scientific theories about the beginning of the universe.
Understanding the Fabulous Fit Promise
We have a Fabulous Fit Promise. We want this course to be a fabulous fit for your family. Based on our parent and student feedback, we think you will be delighted with the course.
However, we offer a 100% money-back, happiness guarantee. For our elementary courses, that means you have 30 days from when you purchase to review the course. If it’s not a great fit for your family, let us know and we’ll give you a full refund.
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What's Included?
30 Exciting Video Lessons
Effortlessly immerse your child in the world of Earth science. Take a breather while they explore the incredible systems that shape our planet.
Dozens of Hands-On Activities
These easy projects make science fun and tangible — using supplies you probably have at home or that are quick and easy to find.
Earth Science Book Lists
Books that can be read aloud or assigned as independent reading to further your child’s understanding of earth science and build reading skills.
Fun Memory Work
Strengthen your child’s mind while helping essential scientific foundations take hold for years to come.
Engaging Copywork
Each lesson includes easy-to-use copy activities that reinforce science concepts while improving handwriting.
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