Exploring God’s World with First Grade Science Homeschool Curriculum

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Exploring God’s World with First Grade Science homeschool curriculum is a fun introduction to science for your first graders.

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Exploring God’s World with First Grade Science is a fun, faith-based homeschool science curriculum designed especially for first graders. This 32-week Christian science course helps young students build a strong foundation in science while developing a sense of wonder and appreciation for God’s creation. Through engaging text, simple experiments, and hands-on activities, children will explore key science topics such as observation skills, common plants and animals, the basic classification of living things, farm animals and pet care, the sun as a source of energy, weather and seasons, light, the science of color, the five senses, and more. Ideal for homeschool families looking for an easy-to-teach, text-based science program, this curriculum offers a rich introduction to the natural world from a Biblical perspective.

Course FAQ: What You Need to Know

Q: What grade level is Exploring God’s World with First Grade Science for?

A: Grade 1

Q: How long is the curriculum?

A: It spans 32 weeks, with lessons planned for 5 days per week.

Q: Is this curriculum text-based or video-based?

A: This is a text-based curriculum; however, it does include links to videos that offer additional information and enrichment on some topics. The core lessons and activities are designed to be completed without video content.

Q: Does this curriculum include answer keys?
A: Yes. Answer keys are provided for applicable questions and activities as needed, making it easy for parents to guide learning and check understanding.

Q: What is the Biblical approach in this curriculum?
A: The curriculum presents science through a Christian lens, emphasizing God as Creator and encouraging students to explore His world with awe and curiosity.

Q: Can this curriculum be used with multiple children?
A: Yes. While it is written for first grade, younger or slightly older children can benefit as well, especially with some adaptation. Activities are simple enough to involve siblings.

Q: Do I need a science background to teach this?
A: No! The curriculum is written in clear, parent-friendly language. It’s designed so you can teach with confidence, even if you don’t have a science background.

Q: Is this curriculum aligned with any specific state standards?
A: While this curriculum is not aligned to specific state standards, it covers age-appropriate science topics such as plants, animals, seasons, the five senses, weather, and basic science concepts—all with a focus on wonder and discovery in God’s creation. It includes all topics listed in the first grade science scope and sequence on SchoolhouseTeachers.com, ensuring a well-rounded and thorough introduction to science from a Biblical perspective.

Q: What materials or supplies will I need?
A: The curriculum includes simple hands-on experiments. Most supplies are common household items (e.g., paper, scissors, magnets, water, food coloring), and a supply list is provided in the Lesson Plan in the Notes section as needed.