Dragonfly_Mom Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Just wondering what suggestions anyone has for a good science curriculum to start next school year (August 2015). I have an up coming 2nd graders and Kindergartener. I was kind of debating between Real Science for Kids and Apologia. To anyone who has used either of these: can you tell me what you liked and disliked? Or if there are other science curriculum that you would recommend. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethben Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 For that age group, Nancy Larson was a hit around here. They retained information and the science "experiments" were very doable. It's a hefty price, but worth it. I wish they had a 5th grade program. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonfly_Mom Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 Thank you, I will look into the Nancy Larson. I haven't heard of that one. :-) :thumbup1: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bree Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 for that age, we have really enjoyed Sonlight science, it is a little pricey though. They have some great Discover and Do videos for experiments so those are pretty nice just on their own and the books have lots of pictures so are very engaging. I wouldn't do Apologia for that age range. My second grader has tagged along for Apologia this year and is probably the youngest I would want to use it with. It's a great curriculum but can get a little repetitive and wordy at times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insertcreativenamehere Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I used Apologia this year for my 2nd grader and 4th grader and it was way too much for the 2nd grader. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 For that age group, Nancy Larson was a hit around here. They retained information and the science "experiments" were very doable. It's a hefty price, but worth it. I wish they had a 5th grade program. This is what I use currently. Love it. Easy to use, no planning, very hands on, and my kids retain the info well. I've blogged about it quite a bit. If you want to read about what it looks like in our homeschool I can link up later. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyhwkmama Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 We use NLS too and love it. The different kits are levels, not grades and can engage a range of learners. See the website for more info. BTW-I think they are on the verge of releasing NL5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zarabellesmom Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Another vote for Nancy Larson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 NL 5 is being written. Not sure of the release date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3 ladybugs Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 We are doing REAL Science Odyssey Earth and Space right now and we are not really a fan. We have had a few expirements fail on us (and DH is a scientist!) and it is hard to gather some of the items we need every week. We are going to go to A Reason For Science next. It is all inclusive and that seems like a better fit for us. Though honestly my son gets science just by living in this house. We are always talking about it. I would look at the samples online both at grade level and around and base your decision on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rzberrymom Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 My DH is an engineering professor, and he always says that he wishes his students had all used Building Foundations of Scientific Understanding at that age: http://www.amazon.com/Building-Foundations-Scientific-Understanding-Curriculum/dp/1432706101 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 I love BFSU, but it's not nearly the open-and-go of other options listed here. It takes more leg work, but it's solid science and my daughter has learned a lot from it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahM Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 I also love BFSU. No, it's not open and go, but all it takes is a little reading on your part and maybe ordering some books from the library or googling a video. I like that it is very hands on and conversational instead of just book work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest iteachwisdom Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 If anyone wants to look into Classic Science (www.eequalsmcq.com), it is low cost and looks good. The firs science course is free (life science). it is 36 week downloadable curriculum. Take a look at it. I have poured over it and will be using it for first grade. The next one is Earth Science, then Chemistry, then Physics for 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade respectively. It looks thorough, and fun, and has plenty of hands on activities. Once we hit fifth grade we are migrating over to Apologia. I have done a ton of reading over the curriculums, and for getting my kids engaged in the world of science at this stage, its great!!!! I'd rather spend the big bucks for middle and high school! :) Hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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