About Our complete Earth Science homeschool curriculum bundle! Includes everything needed for one year of science; a streaming Video Course subscription, Level A or B student Workbook and matching parent Answer Key. See Age/Grade Recommendations below. Science Shepherd’s homeschool Earth Science curriculum builds upon some of the basic principles established in our Introductory Science, with a focus on geology, volcanology, oceanography and more. The class features over 115 video lessons, with key concepts reinforced in age-appropriate workbooks (Level A or B) and practical activities. Topics include the earth's layers, fresh and salt water, weather and more. Throughout the course, Dr. Hardin shows how various fields of earth science are consistent with biblical creation. Earth Science is recommended for grades 2 to 6, or ages 7-12. Science Shepherd is written by Scott Hardin, MD, a physician and homeschool dad. Multiple students? Purchase one bundle and add additional Workbooks and Answer Keys as needed. Choose the Level B Bundle if using Level A and Level B together. Key Features One family, one subscription: one Earth Science Video Course subscription can be used with your entire family, year after year. See a preview lesson. Topics for both Levels include the earth's layers, earthquakes and volcanoes, the weather and much more. Level B includes all Level A lessons, plus additional lessons for more advanced study in select areas. Open-and-go format is great for independent study. Provided 35-week schedule can be adjusted to fit your needs. Better Together! The Level A and Level B weekly schedules are aligned so that students in both Levels can complete most lessons together. Fully developed by a homeschool family. Taught by Science Shepherd author Dr. Scott Hardin. The 8-disc DVD set and Level B streaming subscription include the videos for Level A and Level B. Age/Grade Recommendations Level A: 2nd to 4th grade, or ages 7-10. Level B: 4th to 6th grade, or ages 10-12. Bundle Contents Each bundle option includes everything needed to begin Earth Science for the selected Level; the Video Course, Workbook and Answer Key. Video Course: Level A with 121 lessons, 9+ hours (~4:30 average lesson time) or Level B with 161 lessons, 12+ hours (~4:30 average lesson time); lifetime online streaming access. The Level B subscription includes the videos for both Levels. Workbook: Level A (250+ pages) or Level B (325+ pages), used with each lesson video to highlight and reinforce key learning concepts; spiral-bound paperback/consumable or PDF. Workbook Answer Key: Level A or Level B, provides all solutions for the corresponding Earth Science Workbook; softcover or PDF. Details 1st Edition ISBNs: vary All physical material printed in the USA. Internet/data connection required for digital content, charges may apply. Streaming access begins from day of purchase; families previously enrolled in a 15-month subscription (discontinued) can contact us to upgrade to a Lifetime subscription. Science Shepherd video courses and PDFs are intended for family/household use only; please see our co-op information for using our Earth Science homeschool curriculum in a co-op or classroom. Award-Winning Homeschool Curriculum Science Shepherd was awarded the 2023 Practical Homeschooling Elementary Science Reader Award, is a Homeschool.com 2023 Educational Website Awards Winner, and receives rave reviews from families. You can be confident that our Earth Science homeschool curriculum will provide an excellent educational experience to your student. Additional Information Scope and Sequence, Level A Sample Workbook, Level A 35-Week Schedule, Level A Scope and Sequence, Level B Sample Workbook, Level B 35-Week Schedule, Level B Activity Supply List Frequently Asked Questions How are Level A and Level B different? Level A of Earth Science includes 121 video lessons. Level B contains those same lessons, plus 40 additional lessons. So, Level B is a longer course than Level A. These additional lessons provide more advanced study in the areas of worldview, layers of the earth, lava, oceanography and more. In addition, the Level B Workbook is more challenging than the Level A Workbook. Are there tests/quizzes for Earth Science? No, Earth Science does not have any tests or quizzes. If you would like a cumulative review of material for your student(s), we recommend using the crossword puzzles in the workbooks, which review material from several recent classes. How are creation and evolution handled? Since these are science courses that were written by a Christian, probably the most common question I am asked is, “What about evolution and creation?” The answer really starts and ends with the Bible. It is the unerring Word of God and, as such, provides the framework upon which everything is understandable, including science. As such, all Science Shepherd material is presented from a literal understanding of Genesis, teaching that God created the universe and everything in it in 6 literal, 24-hour days, about 6,000 years ago. Now, why evolution in Christian-based courses? It is important to cover evolution and some basic principles because our children will be constantly bombarded with it throughout their lives. Additional FAQs . . . Free Preview Watch a sample lesson video below, or access a free preview of our Earth Science homeschool curriculum on our online student learning portal. 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