Earth Science Class 2026-2027 · Homeschool High School

Earth Science Class 2026-2027

I am offering both live and video versions of the Earth Science Class for this coming school year. Below is the description for the live class. You can find the description for the video class as well as descriptions for all of the other classes here: https://www.skool.com/homeschool-high-school-8443/classroom/6fa9f2f9?md=0d75531de75f4a4a9b6fa06b9a10ac3a

This is a live Earth Science course ideal for 8th-10th graders. We will cover every topic that should be covered in a college-prep level Earth Science class.

Course Overview

Curriculum: My own rendition of the Layers of Learning Earth & Space Curriculum
**Note: I am not affiliated with Layers of Learning in any way. I have received permission from the authors to use their curriculum for these courses. I do not earn any kind of commission. I just love the curriculum! 😁
Format: Live classes August 17th-May 28th (M, Tu, Th & F 8:00-8:55pm ET). Live lesson recordings will be available in the video version of this class in case a student misses a class.
Class Structure:

Live teaching of the new lesson with clear explanations, worked examples, and interactive practice.
Students follow along with the lesson and may choose to complete the Guided Notes for the lesson and complete the Lesson Quiz to ensure comprehension.

Homework: Occasionally, students will be asked to do research or design an experiment that they will conduct on their own time. Most days do not have homework. Students will be able to share their research or experiment if they would like but will not be required to do so.
Evaluations: There are two different options for evaluations at the end of each unit.

1) If you would prefer more standard tests, you can choose to do the HSHS Earth Science quizzes for each lessons and tests at the end of each unit

2) If you prefer a more creative evaluation, I have included an explanation of a suggested evaluation from Layers of Learning at the end of each unit.

Parents are responsible for grading the evaluations. However, if you have questions, I am happy to help. You can put up a post in the Community or send me a Chat message.

Supplies Needed: The HSHS Earth Science Information sheet below will tell you the Lesson number, the topics we will be covering, which printables we will be using and what supplies you will need if you want to do the activities and labs along with us.

I am also including a link to the Layers of Learning Printable Pack for their Earth & Space curriculum in case you would like to purchase the PDFs we will use in class. If you prefer not to purchase the printables, your student can write down the information on them during class. The Printable Pack for the entire course is only $8.99 and well worth the cost in my opinion.

The list of supplies and PDFs needed for the day are also listed in each day's lesson within the course.

Labs: The HSHS Earth Science Lab Log below is a log of all of the labs in this course. (I am filling it out as we complete them.) The information on it includes the lesson it is found in as well as the date, the name of the lab, and how long it took us to complete it. Each day will have fun printables, hands-on activities and/or experiments.

What Students Will Learn

Unit 1: How Science Works
Unit 2: Planet Earth
Unit 3: Plate Tectonics
Unit 4: Rocks
Unit 5: Fossils
Unit 6: Seasons & Climate
Unit 7: Weather
Unit 8: Universe
Unit 9: Solar System

Benefits of This Live Class

In-depth instruction on each topic in earth science
Consistent accountability and guidance from an experienced homeschool teacher
Interactive environment that encourages questions and builds confidence in science
Hearing questions from other students which will add to the depth of understanding of each topic

Worldview

The Layers of Learning Curriculum presents mainly the Old Earth/Evolution viewpoint.
I personally hold the Young Earth/Creationist viewpoint.
I feel it is very important for students who are Creationists to understand the Evolution arguments in order to be able to speak intelligently to them. I also believe it benefits those who believe in Evolution to understand the beliefs of Creationists.
In this class, I will be presenting, when called for, the differing views.
I commit to maintaining a respectful attitude toward those who believe differently from myself and will require that of my students as well.

Resources

HSHS Earth Science Information

HSHS Earth Science Lab Log

Layers of Learning Earth Space

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Earth Science Class 2026-2027