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Live science.
Real experiments.

In-person science pods across the Bay Area. Live online classes for families nationwide. Students do the experiments and build the ideas together.

Led by Michael Finnegan, Ph.D.
Chief Scientist and Educator
Developing and teaching hands-on science since 2010.
A group of students working together on a science experiment

In-person science pods

 

How it works

Students meet with Michael once a week for 90 minutes, over 30 weeks. We bring the experiments, equipment, and curriculum.

 

During and between classes

Students run experiments, compare results, and discuss what the evidence reveals. Between classes, readings and problem sets help them develop those ideas further.

 

Joining a class

Organizing a pod—or hoping to join one? Tell us your location, students’ ages, and possible meeting times. Your group provides a suitable place to meet. We’ll talk through the options.

Live online science classes

 

How it works

Students meet with Michael on Zoom once a week for 60 minutes, over 30 weeks. We open our kits and do the experiments together.

 

During and between classes

Students run experiments, compare results, and discuss what the evidence reveals. Between classes, readings and problem sets help them develop those ideas further.

 

Joining a class

Open enrollment for 2027–28 begins in January 2027. Live online courses: The Story of Chemistry, The Story of Physics, and The Story of Geology and Evolution.

2 sets of hands in purple gloves working together to do an experiment with orange liquid in beakers
green physics lab

Courses for 2027–28

UPPER ELEMENTARY

The Story of Alchemy

 

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

The Story of Chemistry

 

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The Story of Physics

 

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The Story of Geology and Evolution

HIGH SCHOOL

High School Laboratory Chemistry

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