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Level 1 Science


Introducing Science...

Our Level 1 Science program is designed to introduce young children to ideas of science. We want to get them acquainted with a range of world systems through a scientific lens.  We explore each part of a system to see what it contributes to the system as a whole.

In each course students get to explore systems that are exciting, tangible, and relevant to their interests. We perform a variety of experiments to expose students to proper scientific technique and the wonders of the world around them.
2012-2013 Sequence


Our Bodies
Our Bodies is a physiology and anatomy class that explores the different systems of the human body. The class focuses on cells as the basic building blocks of our bodies, and our goal is to understand how each system helps the cells in our body to live and grow. Through hands-on projects, they will get a better understanding of what's going on in their own bodies!
  • The Cell
  • The Brain
  • The five senses
  • The Integumentary System
  • Bones and Muscles
  • The Digestive System
  • The Respiratory System
  • The Circulatory System
  • The Immune System
  • Health and hygiene

Transportation
Transportation is the story of the evolution of transportation. From the invention of the wheel to cars, trains, and airplanes, students will study the make up of various modes of transportation, how they are built, and their functions.
  • The invention of the wheel
  • Land transportation
  • Water transportation
  • Air transportation
  • Buoyancy

Outdoor Explorations
Students will be experiencing the outdoors first-hand by studying the rich natural landscape of the bay area. This course will introduce students to the beauty of nature and the importance of conservation.
  • Geology
  • California ecosystems
  • Plants and animals
  • Conservation and preservation
2013-2014 Sequence


Pre-historic Worlds
Pre-historic Worlds will take your student on a journey back in time to the formation of the Earth. This class will explore the first lifeforms with an emphasis on dinosaurs and other prehistoric mammals such as woolly mammoths and saber tooth cats. Students will also learn about the lifestyle of the early humans. Students will transform into paleontologists to study the past through fossils.
  • Formation of the Earth
  • First Lifeforms
  • Early Plants and Animals
  • Dinosaurs
  • Ice ages
  • Prehistoric Mammals
  • Early Humans

Microcosmos
A fascinating journey into the very little things around us. Microscopes and magnifying glasses will daily fixtures in this class as students try to create a picture of the microcosmos around them.
  • Using microscopes
  • Insects
  • Spiders
  • Bacteria
  • Algae
  • Plankton

Waterworlds
From rivers to oceans, Waterworlds is the exploration of the different bodies of water. Students will discover the unique ecosystems of each including the types of plants and animals that call it home.
  • Oceans
  • Lakes
  • Ponds
  • Rivers/Streams
  • Ecosystems