Exploring the Wonders of Science: Middle School

Wild and Unstructured Learning's Exploring the Wonders of Science is designed to engage middle school students in hands-on, project-based learning experiences that make science both enjoyable and inclusive. The class will cover a wide range of scientific topics while fostering collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity among students. It aims to create an environment where every student can thrive and develop a deep appreciation for science.

Our teachers are passionate about science and are dedicated to making learning fun. They'll encourage questions, facilitate discussions, and provide clear explanations to ensure every student understands the concepts. The heart of this class is the hands-on experimentation and projects. 

Each week is a new topic and the topics do not build on each other. You can choose to stay the whole year of science or drop in for the weeks that interest you and your learner.

Here's what you can expect each week:

Week of September 2nd- The Scientific Method
Week of September 9th- Light and the Color Spectrum
Week of September 16th- Symbiosis
Week of September 23rd- Mixtures and Solutions
Week of September 30th- Rocks and Minerals
Week of October 7th- The Expanding Universe
Week of October 14th- Potential and Kinetic Energy
Week of October 21st- Genes
Week of October 28th- DNA
Week of November 4th- Tectonic Plates
Week of November 11th- Energy Conversion
Week of November 18th- Characteristics of the Seafloor
Week of November 25th- NO CLASS Fall Break
Week of December 2nd- Ecosystems: Limiting Factors and Carrying Capacity
Week of December 9th- The Periodic Table of Elements
Week of December 16th- Continental Drift
Week of December 23rd- NO CLASS Winter Break
Week of December 30th- NO CLASS Winter Break
Week of January 6th- Structure of an Atom
Week of January 13th- Dominant and Recessive Traits
Week of January 20th- Chemical Reactions
Week of January 27th- Laws of Thermodynamics
Week of February 3rd- Ocean Ridges
Week of February 10th- Structure and Composition of the Atmosphere
Week of February 17th- Extinct and Endangered Animals
Week of February 24th- Metabolism
Week of March 3rd- Mutations
Week of March 10th- Global Warming
Week of March 17th- Human Impact on Natural Resources
Week of March 24th-  Mountain Building
Week of March 31st- Electrical Circuits
Week of April 14th- Molecules: Covalent and Ionic Bonding
Week of April 21st- Air and Water Pollution
Week of April 28th- Selective Breeding & Genetic Engineering
Week of May 5th- Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
Week of May 12th- Ocean Circulation
Week of May 19th- Acids and Bases
Week of May 26th- Habitat Loss
Week of June 2nd- Analyze and Interpret Rock Layers and Fossils
Week of June 9th- Chemical Equations
Week of June 16th- Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
Week of June 23rd- Space Technology
Week of June 30th- Forces and Motion: Pendulum
Week of July 7th- Natural Selection
Week of July 14th- Earth, Moon, and Sun Systems
Week of July 21st- Electromagnets
Week of July 28th- The Rock Cycle
Week of August 4th- Biodiversity
Week of August 11th- Plant Cells
Week of August 18th- Animal Cells

At Wild and Unstructured Learning we welcome students of any and all abilities.  It is our job as educators to adjust accordingly.  Not the other way around.