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Best Homeschool Science Curriculum

5 curricula in this guide

Homeschool science curricula range from inquiry-based programs with hands-on investigations to traditional textbook approaches and creation-based programs that integrate a Christian worldview. The right pick depends on your goals: college prep, casual exploration, or compliance with state requirements.

Below we feature standout options across worldview and approach. For families wanting NGSS-aligned secular science, Mystery Science and Generation Genius lead. For young-earth Christian science, Apologia has the strongest college-recognition track record. Pair any of these with hands-on lab kits for the strongest learning outcomes.

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Our picks

Mystery Science

Inquiry-based elementary science with engaging video lessons and hands-on investigations using household materials. NGSS-aligned, zero prep required.

PreK K–2 3–5

$199–$259/year

Apologia Science

Apologia Educational Ministries

Rigorous college-prep science curriculum written from a young-earth Christian perspective. Conversational writing style with notebook-based learning and strong lab components.

PreK K–2 3–5 6–8 9–12

$42–$93/grade

Generation Genius

NGSS-aligned K-8 science and Common Core math video lessons with kid hosts, paired with lesson plans, worksheets, and hands-on activity guides. Top secular science supplement.

K–2 3–5 6–8

$163–$325/year

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Apologia Science

Apologia Educational Ministries

Rigorous college-prep science curriculum written from a young-earth Christian perspective. Conversational writing style with notebook-based learning and strong lab components.

PreK K–2 3–5 6–8 9–12

$42–$93/grade

Abeka

Pensacola Christian College

Highly structured traditional Christian curriculum with daily lesson plans, heavy drill and review, and optional filmed-classroom video instruction. One of the most comprehensive K4-12 programs available.

PreK K–2 3–5 6–8 9–12

$450–$1884/year

BJU Press

Comprehensive traditional Christian curriculum with optional professional video instruction (Distance Learning). Rigorous academics with critical thinking emphasis across all subjects K4-12.

PreK K–2 3–5 6–8 9–12

$600–$1500/year

Compass Classroom

Streaming video classical Christian curriculum with engaging master teachers. Features Visual Latin (the flagship), history, writing, literature, science, and more.

3–5 6–8 9–12

$490–$890/year

Schoolhouse Teachers

The Old Schoolhouse

Christian all-access homeschool curriculum platform with 400+ courses, lesson plans, recordkeeping, and transcripts. One flat fee per family covers unlimited students.

PreK K–2 3–5 6–8 9–12

$389–$476/year

Common questions

Frequently asked

How much science does a homeschooler actually need?

In elementary, less than most parents fear. Curiosity, reading, and hands-on exploration matter more than formal coursework, and many states do not name science as a required subject before middle school. High school is different: colleges typically expect three years, and at least two of those should include lab work.

Do we need to do labs at home?

For high school credit, yes, and it is more manageable than it sounds. Lab work can be kit-based, video-guided, or done through a co-op or community college. What matters for a transcript is that the student did hands-on work and that you kept a record of it. Keep lab reports and photos in the portfolio.

What is the difference between secular and faith-based science?

The divide is mostly origins and earth age. Faith-based programs may teach young-earth creation, old-earth creation, or intelligent design, and vary widely in how much biology and geology they adjust. Secular and neutral programs teach mainstream scientific consensus. Check the publisher's stated position directly rather than assuming from the brand.

Can one science program cover multiple ages?

Yes, and for elementary and middle school it is often the sane choice. Unit-study and literature-based science programs are built for mixed ages, with the same topic taught at different depths. Save individually leveled coursework for high school, where credits have to be attributable to one student.

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