Elementary Botany Homeschool Curriculum

FAQs

• What grade level is Exploring Creation with Botany designed for?

  Apologia’s Botany homeschool curriculum is designed for elementary students in grades K–6.

• How long does it take to complete this Botany course?

  Exploring Creation with Botany is a complete, year-long elementary science course. It covers all key concepts in plant biology while integrating fun activities, experiments, and a Biblical worldview.

  The notebooking journal includes a suggested daily schedule for easy, convenient planning with two lessons per week.

• What topics are covered in Apologia’s Botany course?

  Students will learn about:

  • The classification of plants
  • Photosynthesis and plant anatomy
  • Seeds, flowers, fruits, and pollination
  • Trees, fungi, and carnivorous plants
  • The life cycles of plants and plant habitats

  All topics are taught from a Christian worldview, highlighting God’s design in creation.

• What materials are needed to teach this course?

  The basic course materials include:

  • Textbook: Exploring Creation with Botany
  • Optional: Notebooking Journal
  • Optional: Audiobook version of the textbook, which is great for auditory learners

  A list of household supplies is available in the textbook to complete all the hands-on activities.

• Can students complete the course independently?

  Yes, the course is written in a conversational, student-friendly tone, and the notebooking journals provide structure for independent learning.

  Younger students may need guidance with reading and experiments.

• Are hands-on activities included in the course?

  Yes! Apologia’s botany curriculum is filled with hands-on experiments, nature journaling, plant dissections, and outdoor observations, helping students connect deeply with what they’re learning.

• Is this course taught from a Biblical worldview?

  Absolutely. Apologia’s botany curriculum helps students explore the world of plants through a Christian lens, emphasizing God’s intelligent design in every part of creation.

• Do I need a science background to teach this course?

  Not at all! Apologia is designed for homeschool families and includes clear, guided instruction. Parents don’t need a science background—just a willingness to explore and learn alongside their children.

• Can this botany 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.