Homeschool Resources: Science

The Mommies Reviews

Good morning, welcome to our Homeschool Resources: Science. If you have used either of these resources leave me a comment and let me know what you thought of them and why.

Homeschooling Resources Science Lessons

Ocean First Education

Marine Mammals: A Life Aquatic

Fully aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, Ocean First Education courses convey the interconnected nature of science as it is practiced and experienced in the real world. Courses contain rich content, student guides, assessments, interactives, narrated videos, and engaging photographs.

Planet Science

Planet Science


Grades K-12, with parental supervision

This website offers free, fascinating, and fun science activities, experiments, and games that will entice and engage the most reluctant scientist in your family.

When you get to the website you’ll see some featured items and a menu that includes:

  • Under 11s – Get free resources, articles, games, and activities to learn about technology, chemistry, our world, our bodies, space, and more.
  • Over 11s – Enjoy articles, ideas, and activities for middle and high school students about the natural world, the human body, space, physics, technology, chemistry, and more.
  • Experiments – Get weird and wacky science experiments in biology, chemistry, technology, and the weather. Plus, you’ll find categories such as Messy, Outdoors, and Magic Tricks!
  • Extras – Explore a selection of interesting science presentations and resources.

You’ll also find tips for parents and teachers on how to make science enjoyable for learners of all ages.

Please note that due to the discontinuation of Flash, you will see an error message for Flash objects. This does not adversely affect the content on this site and it is worth a look.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates