This online science curriculum is published by Alpha Omega Publications. It is designed specifically for homeschools with minimal teacher instruction. This elementary science curriculum covers grades 3-6 only and is ideal for homeschool use and independent study with reading students. It includes auto-graded tests. This curriculum covers all the science topics, but with limited detail and moderate hands-on learning. We do not recommend it for students who enjoy science or want a rich hands-on learning experience. This curriculum presents a Christian creationist worldview.
Monarch Science Curriculum Review – Grades 3-6 | |
Curriculum Components Recommended | Complete Online Course |
Curriculum Cost (per Grade) | $90 |
Hands-on Activities Cost (per Grade) | $35-70 depending on course |
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Learning Environment | |
Homeschool Suitability | ★★★★★ |
Classroom Suitability | ★★ |
New Science Teacher Suitability | ★★★★ |
Learning Evaluation Tools | ★★★★ |
Includes Student Tests | Yes |
Worldview | Creationist |
Student Appeal | |
Student Readability | ★★★★ |
Engaging Visual Content | ★★★★ |
Independent Study Suitability | ★★★★★ |
Suitability for Students Not Interested in Science | ★★★★ |
Reading Level | Grade Appropriate |
Science Content Quality | |
Scope and Sequence | ★★★ |
Depth of Science Content | ★★★ |
Age-appropriate Science Content | ★★★★ |
Hands-on Science Learning | |
Comprehensive Hands-on Learning | ★★★ |
Activities Develop Science Skills | ★★★ |
Activities Develop Critical Thinking | ★★★ |
Ease of Completing Experiments | ★★★ |
Activity/Lab Prep Time | 10-15 minutes |
Star Rating: 5-Very Good, 4-Good, 3-Fair, 2-Poor, 1-Very Poor