About The NEW Fundamentals of Physics Lab Manual is now available! The (previously) recommended lab book to accompany the Fundamentals of Physics homeschool curriculum from Science Shepherd. The 20+ activities investigate key principles learned in the course textbook and use mostly household items. Fundamentals of Physics homeschool curriculum is written by Science Shepherd author Dr. Scott Hardin. The comprehensive middle school course prepares students for high school science in the areas of scientific measurement, the three states of matter, Newton’s Laws, radioactive physics and more. A critical discussion of physics within a biblical framework is also included. Fundamentals of Physics is parent-friendly and allows for independent study. Save 10% with the Fundamentals of Physics Complete Bundle! Key Features Contains over 20 labs and activities to reinforce key physics concepts learned in the Fundamentals of Physics Textbook. Includes parent/teacher guide. Perforated pages can be easily removed. See inside the activity book. Age/Grade Recommendations Middle school grade 8 (ages 13-14). Introductory high school physics (ages 14+). High school physics for a "non-science" student (ages 14+). Details Published by Mark Twain Media / Carson-Dellosa Publishing. ISBN-13: 9781622237098 55+ pages Paperback, consumable Printed in the USA. Award-Winning Homeschool Curriculum Science Shepherd for middle school is one of Cathy Duffy's 103 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum, is a 2022-2025 Homeschool.com Educational Website Awards Winner, and receives rave reviews from families. You can be confident that our physics homeschool resources will provide an excellent educational experience to your student. Additional Information Detailed Scope & Sequence Sample Video Lesson Sample Workbook Sample Textbook Sample Parent Companion Sample Test Booklet Sample Lab Manual Lab Material List Frequently Asked Questions Can I just use the Fundamentals of Physics Video Course alone; do I really need the textbook? The short answer is that the materials included with the video series can stand alone (especially when using the optional Workbook), but the optimal learning experience will not be attained without the textbook; however, there are nuances to that answer that deserve explaining. I have no doubt that if the video alone is utilized, your student will receive a most excellent learning experience, equal to/better than that of the other video-only based middle school physics programs out there. The nuance in the answer is that it depends upon what you and your student’s goal is for learning physics. If the goal is to ensure a solid experience for someone who struggles with science and isn’t going to pursue too much further learning in the biological or physical sciences, then the video only approach will absolutely achieve that goal. On the other hand, if the student is highly interested in biological/physical science and/or wants to pursue it further after this class, then, while the video itself is “complete” in that all of the material in the text is presented in the video, the video alone will not provide adequate ability for the student or teacher to assess the completeness of understanding of the material. I think the ideal way to learn this material is to both read and hear it (students who are challenged with text-based learning often do quite well with the text after watching the information first presented visually), with the text ultimately serving as a ready reference should a question arise (in which case trying to find the relevant material on one of more than 80 video clips amassed over more than 7 hours of video will be quite challenging). In addition, the end of chapter questions in the book are designed to test complete mastery of the subject matter (and they are ideally set up for both text-based learners and auditory learners) since they are true-false and short answer questions. This is, by far, the most thorough way to assess your student’s understanding of the material (as opposed to multiple choice or fill in the blank). If the video series is used alone, this valuable knowledge testing resource will be lost. Now, it is true that I have developed multiple choice questions that are integrated into the video series and learning platform but, again, they are really designed as a supplement for, rather than a substitute of, the questions in the text itself. How are creation and evolution handled? Since these are science courses that were written by a Christian, probably the most common question I am asked is, “What about evolution and creation?” The answer really starts and ends with the Bible. It is the unerring Word of God and, as such, provides the framework upon which everything is understandable, including science. As such, all Science Shepherd material is presented from a literal understanding of Genesis, teaching that God created the universe and everything in it in 6 literal, 24-hour days, about 6,000 years ago. Now, why evolution in Christian-based courses? It is important to cover evolution and some basic principles because our children will be constantly bombarded with it throughout their lives. Additional FAQs . . . Fundamentals of Physics Video Course One family, one subscription: one Fundamentals of Physics Video Course subscription can be used with your entire family, year after year. Optional, comprehensive video lessons guide students through the Textbook section-by-section. Over 80 video lessons and 8 hours of teaching. Each video follows the daily reading schedule outlined in the Answer Key & Parent Companion. Includes the Fundamentals of Physics Online Chapter Review Quizzes. Free Preview Watch a sample lesson below, or enroll in a free preview of our physics homeschool program through our student learning portal. 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