Description
Young Scientist Marine Science Course Overview
This class is part of the MyFunScience live online homeschool science program, which offers live courses for elementary, middle school, and high school students. Families can explore all of our homeschool science courses.
This homeschool marine science class introduces younger students to the fascinating world of ocean life. Students participate in a live online marine science class where they explore marine ecosystems, ocean habitats, and the incredible diversity of sea creatures.
This marine science course is designed for students in grades 4–7 and helps students develop curiosity and scientific observation skills while learning about life in the oceans.
Jump into this interactive and engaging exploration of the oceans and the incredible life within them!
In Young Scientist Marine Science, students explore marine life from the deep sea to the shoreline. From microscopic organisms to giant whales, students will discover the amazing diversity of life in the oceans while learning basic taxonomy and even a few beachcombing techniques.
Throughout the course, students will see the beauty, creativity, and order of God’s design throughout the oceans and the creatures that inhabit them.
Students will participate in a variety of engaging learning activities, including:
- Hands-on projects
- Introductory research
- Gentle, student-friendly oral reports
- Interactive games
- Introductory lab report writing
- Videos showcasing marine organisms and ecosystems
This course is based on Apologia’s Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day, but also includes additional original material presented by the instructor.
Course Video
Course Overview
- Recommended Grade Level: Grades 4–7
- Prerequisites: None
- Format: Weekly live online classes with activities and projects
- Estimated Workload: Approximately 1–2 hours per week
Recommended Grade Level
- Grades 4–7
Prerequisites
- None
Curriculum
- Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day: Exploring Creation with Zoology 2 by Jeannie Fulbright
ISBN-13: 9781932012736
ISBN-10: 1932012737 - Required Equipment: No lab kit is required, but several projects will use common household items.
Course Topics
- Introduction to marine science, taxonomy, and beachcombing
- Aquatic environments: freshwater, saltwater, currents, and ocean zones
- Whales
- Seals and sea cows
- Aquatic reptiles and amphibians
- Primeval reptiles
- Fish: anatomy, gills, fins, and life cycles
- Sharks and rays
- Crustaceans: lobsters, crayfish, crabs, shrimp, barnacles, and trilobites
- Mollusks
- Cephalopods
- Echinoderms
- Cnidarians
- Sponges and other marine invertebrates
Explore the Young Scientist Science Series
These classes are part of the Young Scientist Science Series, a group of engaging science courses designed for homeschool students in grades 4–7.
Many families enroll in multiple Young Scientist classes throughout the year to explore different areas of science.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a live online marine science class?
Yes. Students attend weekly live online classes where the instructor explains marine science concepts, answers questions, and guides students through activities and projects.
Is this class designed for homeschool students?
Yes. This course is specifically designed for homeschool students who want to explore marine life and ocean ecosystems in an engaging science class.
What topics are covered in this course?
Students study ocean habitats, marine animals, basic taxonomy, and the many forms of life that live in the oceans.
Do students complete activities or projects?
Yes. Students participate in projects, research activities, and interactive learning experiences throughout the course.
Is this course appropriate for younger students?
Yes. The course is designed for students in grades 4–7 and presents marine science topics in an age-appropriate and engaging way.
Estimated Workload
- Approximately 1–2 hours per week
Testimonials / Reviews
Thank you for making such challenging concepts reachable for young minds!
