threeofakind Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 Hey there- I know there have been great threads about science on here so I have to ask one :lol: This year we have used Neo Physics 1 for my 3rd and 1st grader. We have actually really enjoyed it and overall it works well for us. I was thinking I would use their chemistry program next year when they are 2nd and 4th grade. However, there have been times this year I wish there was more explanation or teacher notes and not just reading and experiments. My weakness is science so it would help me as we read the living books there was some background info for me to help explain- I feel like as times it's too much info. for all of us and I don't have the knowledge to simplify or explain it to them. What we like about Noeo: 1. Living books 2. A good portion of experiments 3. Schedule What I need/ looking for: 1. Something with teacher notes 2. Some living books and good amount of experiments 3. close as being open and go if possible Thanks!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtoamiracle Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 maybe REAL Science Odyssey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristinannie Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 I don't think you will like Real Science Odyssey. The reading is very light and not living. The experiments are great. The one thing I could suggest would be Apologia, but they don't have Chemistry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mandymom Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 Guest Hollow Science Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsutsie Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 Easy Classical - it's exactly what you asked for! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
threeofakind Posted February 28, 2012 Author Share Posted February 28, 2012 Thank you, I'm excited to see some new science curr. I have not heard before. I would consider something with less living books or maybe something that is easy to incorporate living books into if I need to. Thanks again!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thia Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 With REAL Science, it is possible to use their reading lists to gain more information. The text itself is pretty skimpy. Very heavy on experiments...there is basically one every lesson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess4879 Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Did you find Noeo open and go? We were thinking about using this next year... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudboots Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 What types of materials are required for the REAL Science Odyssey experiments? Just normal household items? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristinannie Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Did you find Noeo open and go? We were thinking about using this next year... I find it extremely open and go. I never even look at it until it is time to start science. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oraetstudia Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 I find it extremely open and go. I never even look at it until it is time to start science. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thia Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 I purchased the science kit that goes with the program. Everything required that is not in that kit is common household stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess4879 Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I find it extremely open and go. I never even look at it until it is time to start science. Good to know! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
threeofakind Posted March 1, 2012 Author Share Posted March 1, 2012 Yes it is open and go and it also has kits to go with them so it's really a nice package with the books, kits and schedule. I am still pondering but some of the programs I'm excited to learn more about!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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