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Homeschool Astronomy Curriculum

Elementary Astronomy Homeschool Curriculum

Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Astronomy is an engaging homeschool elementary astronomy curriculum that introduces young learners to the wonders of God’s universe. Written from a biblical worldview, this faith-based science course helps students explore the sun, moon, planets, stars, galaxies, and space travel—all while pointing to the majesty of our Creator. Perfect for elementary-aged homeschoolers, this astronomy curriculum includes engaging lessons, vibrant illustrations, hands-on activities, and optional notebooking journals to reinforce learning across different styles.

  • Who is it for? Elementary students who are interested in space and astronomy (grades K-6)
  • Why do families love it? The Charlotte-Mason style and conversational tone of this elementary astronomy course make learning feel like a conversation with a teacher, rather than a boring science lecture.
  • Is it hands-on? Yes! Throughout each elementary astronomy course, there are hands-on activities and experiments that allow students to actively engage in science, rather than just learning about it passively.
  • Can I use it for multiple kids together? Yes! This astronomy course is designed for multi-age family learning, so you can teach science together to all your students in K-6 grades. The courses also work great in a co-op setting.
  • Is it a Christian curriculum? Yes! This astronomy course is written from a Biblical worldview to help students see God’s incredible design in creation.

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FAQs

  • What grade levels are Apologia’s astronomy courses designed for?

    Apologia offers astronomy courses for two age groups:

    • Elementary Level: Exploring Creation with Astronomy is part of the Young Explorer Series designed for students in grades K–6.
    • High School Level:  Exploring Creation with High School Astronomy is designed for high school students in grades 9-12.
  • Is this curriculum taught from a Christian perspective?

    Yes. Apologia’s astronomy curriculum is grounded in a Biblical worldview, helping students recognize God’s design and purpose throughout the universe.

  • Are there hands-on experiments or activities included?

    The elementary course, Exploring Creation with Astronomy, includes hands-on projects, simple experiments, and observation-based activities to make learning interactive and memorable.

  • Are there any prerequisites for these astronomy courses?

    There are no prerequisites needed for either the elementary or high school astronomy courses.

  • Is the high school astronomy course considered a lab science class?

    Exploring Creation with High School Astronomy is considered an elective course, not a lab science course, because there are no experiments or lab reports.

  • Can this astronomy curriculum be used in a homeschool co-op?

    Yes! Apologia’s science curriculum is a popular choice for homeschool co-ops and group settings. The hands-on experiments and discussion prompts work well in collaborative learning environments.

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