Friendly Science is a gentle, approachable science
curriculum designed to help students succeed in upper-level science. With clear
explanations, helpful illustrations, workbook activities, and home-friendly
labs, it builds confidence and foundational knowledge while allowing
independent learning with parental oversight as needed.
The program works well as a stand-alone course or as
preparation for more rigorous high school science.
Key Curriculum Features:
Student-directed
with clear, conversational text and illustrations
Hands-on
labs and activities using household or easily obtained items
Workbook
practice with varied question formats to reinforce concepts
Flexible
pacing suitable for middle and high school students
Christian
worldview in Biology, with a secular option also available
Video
lessons and audiobooks available for additional support
Program Components:
Student
Books/Workbooks: Instruction, worksheets, and lab activities. Consumable
in some levels
Teacher
Editions: Teaching tips, answers, tests, and supply lists
Video
Courses/Audiobooks (optional): Author-taught lessons with annotations
and demonstrations
Solutions
Manuals (for some levels): Detailed answers
Manipulative
Sets (for Chemistry): Card sets and game pieces
Available Courses:
Friendly
Physical Science (Grades 6–12): Measurement, motion, energy,
electricity, magnetism, sound, light, and basic chemistry. Includes a
design engineering project
Friendly
Chemistry (Grades 8–12): Basic chemistry concepts with fun activities
and labs
Friendly
Biology (Grades 9–12): Complexity of living things without
evolution/natural selection; includes dissections. Video options available
Friendly Science stands out for its gentle yet
thorough approach that makes upper-level science accessible and less
intimidating. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a
clear, hands-on science curriculum with strong independent learning options.
Browse all Friendly Science levels and sets below!
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
