Elemental Science’s Biology for the Logic Stage: Day 1 & 2

This year we have been working through our program,  Biology for the Logic Stage.  At first, my daughter was a bit miffed at me that I wouldn't let her do Sassafras Science instead, but she has definitely warmed up to the idea now. Last year I shared with you what a week with Physics for the Grammar Stage looked like in our homeschool, so I wanted to take some time to share what one of … [Read more...]

Where Does Nature Study Fit into Science Education?

So where does nature study fit into a science education? Nature study can be the core of your science curriculum... OR nature study can  be the icing on the cake. Either way, there is so much to learn from the natural world. What is nature study? Nature study is the study of the plants and animals around you, which can be found both inside and outside your home. It employs the power of … [Read more...]

Sassafras Science from Elemental Science

Do you love using living books to teach history? Wish you could use living books to teach science? Great news! The Sassafras twins are zipping into homes around the world to deliver a living books education in the sciences. Read the novel alone or add in the activity guide and logbook for a complete homeschool science curriculum. Your adventure can begin today with The Sassafras Science … [Read more...]

Science Corner: A Hot Yeast Experiment

Yeasts and bacteria come in all shapes and sizes.  They also have an optimal temperature range at which they can grow and reproduce.  Most yeasts and bacteria cannot multiply at very high or very low temperatures, but there are exceptions. In this weeks Science Corner we are going to test how sensitive yeast is to temperature. A Hot Yeast Experiment You will need 3 clear bottles or glasses, 3 … [Read more...]

The Science of Exploration

Every child loves to create things and mine are no exception. I'm always amazed at the different things they create. If I'm honest, sometimes I get frustrated by all the mess (I know that I'm not the only one who feels this way!), but I have to remind myself that they are learning. You see, exploration is the purest form of learning, especially for learning science. I can tell my daughter … [Read more...]

Science Corner: Preschool Science

Typically preschoolers are taught the basics, such as colors, the alphabet and the numbers 1-20 through simple worksheets and activities.  We also provide them with structured play, such as a kitchen set or a dress up station, and we make sure that they have time to build their motor skills through creating art and exploring music. However, all too often, we neglect to introduce our youngest … [Read more...]