Elementary Science – Apologia Science Curriculum
Course Overview:
Elementary Science at Equip 210 Wilmington uses the Apologia Science Curriculum, a Christ-centered, hands-on approach to exploring God’s creation. This award-winning curriculum fosters curiosity and wonder while integrating a biblical worldview. Through engaging lessons, hands-on experiments, and interactive activities, students develop a love for science and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Key Features of Apologia Science:
Biblical Worldview: Each lesson ties scientific principles to Scripture, helping students see God’s design in creation.
Interactive Learning: Experiments, projects, and activities encourage students to explore and discover scientific concepts for themselves.
Student-Friendly Texts: Lessons are written in a conversational tone, making complex topics accessible and enjoyable.
Notebooking Approach: Students document their learning through journaling, drawing, and recording observations, fostering deeper engagement and retention.
Topics Covered:
Life Science: Exploring plants, animals, ecosystems, and the human body, all within the context of God’s perfect design.
Earth Science: Understanding weather, geology, the solar system, and the uniqueness of Earth as God’s creation.
Physical Science: Learning about forces, energy, simple machines, and the laws of physics through hands-on experimentation.
Chemistry: Introducing foundational concepts like states of matter, chemical reactions, and properties of substances in an age-appropriate way.
Teaching Approach:
Engaging Activities: Lessons include experiments, crafts, and projects that make learning interactive and fun.
Customized Learning: Flexible lesson plans allow teachers to adapt content to the needs and interests of their students.
Biblical Integration: Every topic highlights God’s hand in science, emphasizing the order and purpose in His creation.
Expected Outcomes:
By the end of the course, students will have developed a strong foundation in scientific principles and an appreciation for the intricacies of God’s creation. They will be equipped to think critically, explore independently, and connect their scientific understanding to their faith.
Through the Apologia Science Curriculum, students at Equip 210 Wilmington are encouraged to marvel at the beauty of creation and recognize science as a tool to glorify and honor the Creator.