If we have done no formal science in grades 1-4.... (Elemental Science question)

[mo2]

Can we jump in at Logic Stage Biology in grade 5? In other words, is any previous knowledge required? In the grammar stage, we focused heavily on the 3 Rs, and science was done only informally.

[Ewe Mama]

I would go for it. All children observe and absorb information, whether they are being formally instructed in a given subject or not. With the logic stage, you will get the same overall information, it will just add more depth and the ability to apply more knowledge to what they have already observed.

 

Enjoy!

[RootAnn]

My oldest is doing ES's Logic Stage Biology. I just asked her & she said you didn't need to have any previous science experience, but it would be helpful. (She adds that a good memory is a useful thing.) She says she especially enjoys working on labeling the sketches.

[mo2]

Thanks. I think we will go for it. DD will be 11 when we start, and she is very science-minded. She enjoys all things science, but we kept it very informal and delight-directed in the grammar stage. I think she will be fine.