Age: 12-14 Middle School 1 Full Credit
Led by Mrs. Bonnie Kookogey, Physical Science invites students to see the world around them in a new light through thoughtful study of such fundamental subjects as atomic theory, general chemistry, physics, electricity, and gravity.
Bonnie Kookogey brings a blend of scientific expertise and homeschool mentoring to this engaging middle school Physical Science course. Through hands-on experiments, thoughtful discussions, and biblical worldview integration, students explore the foundational concepts that govern the physical world.
Students will:
- Study atomic theory, chemistry, physics, electricity, and gravity through a Christian lens.
- Develop scientific thinking by observing, questioning, and experimenting with real-world applications.
- Use Exploring Creation with Physical Science (2nd edition) to support their learning with structured content.
- Understand their place in creation by studying the natural world as the handiwork of God.
This full-credit course equips students ages 12–14 with a deep understanding of the physical sciences while inspiring awe for their Creator.
- 29 lectures
Required Books:
- Exploring Creation with Physical Science Second Edition by Dr. J. Wile (out of print—can be purchased here.
- Exploring Creation with Physical Science Second Edition Solutions Manual (can be purchased here.)
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Course Content
INTRODUCTION & MATERIALS
About Instructor
Bonnie Kookogey
Bonnie Kookogey is the mother of six children whom she homeschools with her husband, Kevin. Bonnie and Kevin have taught, led, and mentored students and parents in the homeschool community for 19 years. Bonnie graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Nursing) in 1987 from West Chester University, West Chester, PA, and she earned her Master’s Degree in 1991 from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, PA. Bonnie worked initially as a registered nurse and was then licensed as a Nurse Anesthetist, practicing in both Philadelphia and Nashville for ten years.
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