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Collection: Physical Science I and II Booklist

Physical Science I (PS1-B)

First Semester | 16-week Course Plan
 
Part I of II: The first semester of our study of Physical Science.  The focus of this semester is Earth Science and Introductory Chemistry using Exploring Creation with Physical Science (3rd Edition) and Painless Earth Science (2nd Edition).
       For students that are not planning on completing experiments and lab reports, coursework is added from either The Mystery of the Periodic Table or Super Simple Chemistry.  Carefully read the course notes before ordering your books and materials to determine which version of this course your student will be pursuing: With Lab, Without Lab Option 1, or Without Lab Option 2.

Physical Science II (PS2-B)

Second Semester | 16-week Course Plan
 
Part II of II: The second semester of our study of Physical Science.  The focus of this semester is Introductory Physics and a research paper using Exploring Creation with Physical Science (3rd Edition).
       For students that are not planning on completing experiments and lab reports, coursework is added from Creator and Creation.  Creating a science fair project with Janice VanCleave's A+ Science Fair Projects is also offered as an alternative to the research paper.  Carefully read the course notes before ordering your books and materials to determine which version of this course your student will be pursuing: With Lab, Without Lab Option 1, or Without Lab Option 2.

EXPLORE THE BOOKLIST
The following clickable version of the booklist features the STAA Study Guide options for this course, offering a choice between the semester guide aligned with the academic cycle or the standalone subject booklet. Information on live class options for this course is also provided near the top of the list. Orders for STAA Study Guides and registration for live classes are processed through this website, while many of the books and materials can be purchased directly from Amazon.com or from your preferred supplier.

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