About Get everything you need for a year of elementary science with our DVD or online Christian homeschool curriculum. Each Introductory Science bundle includes the Video Course, Workbook and Answer Key. Choose from Level A or Level B to tailor the learning experience to your student. See Age/Grade Recommendations below. Science Shepherd's Christian homeschool elementary science curriculum features 171 daily online or DVD video-based lessons with integrated, age-appropriate workbooks (Level A or B) and practical activities. Introductory Science covers creation week, geology, biology, meteorology, oceanography, astronomy and more. Each lesson is designed to be easily accessible for young learners, with clear explanations and engaging visuals. The class is recommended for 1st to 5th grade, or ages 6-11 (approximately). Science Shepherd curriculum was written by physician and homeschool dad Scott Hardin, MD. Multiple students? Purchase one bundle and add additional Workbooks and Answer Keys as needed. Key Features One family, one subscription: one Introductory Science Video Course subscription can be used with your entire family, year after year. See a preview lesson. Topics include creation week, geology, plants and animals, oceanography, nutrition and more. Daily 2-5 minute video lessons, including activities. Open-and-go format helps foster independent study. Provided 35-week schedule can be adjusted to fit your needs. Fully developed by a homeschool family. Taught by Science Shepherd author Dr. Scott Hardin. Age/Grade Recommendations Level A: Elementary grades 1-3 (ages 6-9). Level B: Elementary grades 3-5 (ages 8-11). Better Together! The Level A and Level B Workbooks share the same video lessons so that students in both Levels can complete all video lessons together. Older students who have never formally studied science may benefit from taking the class as an introduction to a variety of concepts. Bundle Contents Each bundle option includes everything needed to begin Introductory Science; the Video Course, and a Workbook and Answer Key for the selected Level. Video Course: Over 170 videos and 7+ hours of content (~2.5 minute average video time); choose from lifetime online streaming access, or a 4-disc DVD set that is yours to keep. Workbook: Level A (300+ 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 Introductory Science Workbook; softcover or PDF. Details 1st Edition ISBNs: vary All physical material printed in the USA. English subtitles available (online streaming only). 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 online Christian homeschool curriculum in a co-op or classroom. Award-Winning Christian Homeschool Curriculum Science Shepherd was awarded the 2023 and 2024 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 DVD and online Christian homeschool curriculum will provide an excellent educational experience to your student. Additional Information Scope and Sequence 35-Week Schedule Sample Workbook, Level A Sample Workbook, Level B Activity Supply List Frequently Asked Questions How are Level A and Level B different? The Video Course for Introductory Science is the exact same for Level A and Level B. Only the Workbooks differ for the two Levels, with Level B being slightly more challenging (more questions, and questions worded differently). Are there tests/quizzes for Introductory Science? No, Introductory Science does not have any tests or quizzes. 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 below, or access a free preview of our online Christian homeschool science through our student learning portal. The preview includes 6 complete lesson videos and the corresponding pages for Workbook Level A and Level B so you can easily compare and select the right Level for your student. wistia-player[media-id='hwdjzpf8l0']:not(:defined) { background: center / contain no-repeat url('https://fast.wistia.com/embed/medias/hwdjzpf8l0/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }