Description
Physical Science Overview
This class is approved by the NCAA.
Physical Science is an excellent introduction to formal science that prepares students for high school Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. In this homeschool physical science class, students participate in a live online science course designed for grades 8–9, building a strong foundation in both chemistry and physics.
Students will study a wide range of physical science topics, including air and the atmosphere, water and the hydrosphere, the structure of the earth, weather, atoms and molecules, the physics of motion, Newton’s laws, work and simple machines, electricity and magnetism, sound, light, and nuclear energy. Through engaging instruction, students explore matter, energy, motion, and the natural laws that govern the physical world.
As part of this hands-on homeschool STEM course, students complete 15–20 labs, developing essential scientific skills such as taking accurate measurements, recording and analyzing experimental data, and writing proper technical lab reports.
This online physical science course for middle school and early high school students provides a comprehensive and engaging foundation, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills needed for success in future science studies.
Course Video
Course Overview
- Recommended Grade Level: Grades 7–9
- Prerequisites: None
- Format: Weekly live online classes with labs and graded assignments
- Estimated Workload: 2–3 hours per week
Grade Levels
- 7–9
Curriculum
- Exploring Creation with Physical Science 3rd Edition (2nd edition is not acceptable)
Required Equipment
- Lab Equipment TBD
Syllabus Outline
Fall Semester
- Scientific Method, Hypotheses and Data Conversions
- Organizing and Interpreting Data
- Substances/Mixtures and States of Matter
- Changes in Matter
- Atoms
- Periodic Table and Electron Orbitals
- Chemical Formulas and Bonds
- Properties of Water
- Naming Compounds
- Types of Reactions
- Energy of Reactions
- Geology and Earth’s Layers
- Weathering and Erosion
- Air and the Atmosphere
- Air
Spring Semester
- Speed and Velocity
- Motion and Acceleration
- Force, Friction, and Gravity
- Newton’s Laws
- Fundamental Forces
- Types of Energy
- Work
- Simple Machines
- Waves and Sound
- Sound and the Doppler Effect
- Electric Force and Circuits
- Magnetic Force
- Electromagnetic Spectrum and Light
- Human Eyes and Color
- Applications in Life Science
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a live online physical science class?
Yes. Students attend weekly live online classes where the instructor explains concepts, answers questions, and guides students through experiments and activities.
Is this class designed for homeschool students?
Yes. This class is designed specifically for homeschool students who want a strong introduction to physical science before taking high school biology, chemistry, or physics.
What topics are covered in this course?
Students study matter, energy, motion, electricity, magnetism, and other foundational topics that prepare them for advanced science courses.
Do students complete labs?
Yes. Students complete approximately 15–20 labs while learning how to record data, analyze results, and write lab reports.
How much work is required each week?
Students should expect approximately 2–3 hours of work per week.
Estimated Workload
- 2–3 hours per week
