Week 1
Lesson 1
Molecules and Atoms
Introduction to the fundamental building blocks of matter, covering the structure and properties of atoms and molecules.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Periodic Table
Exploration of the periodic table, including how elements are organized and the significance of their arrangement.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Periodic Table
Exploration of the periodic table, including how elements are organized and the significance of their arrangement.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Atomic Mass, Number, and Isotopes
Detailed study of atomic mass, atomic number, and isotopes, with a focus on their importance in identifying elements.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
 Ions, Acids, and Bases
Examination of ions, acids, and bases, including their properties, formation, and roles in chemical reactions.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Compounds and Ionic Bonding
Understanding the formation of compounds through ionic bonding and the characteristics of ionic compounds.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Covalent and Hydrogen Bonding
Study of covalent and hydrogen bonding, emphasizing their differences from ionic bonding and their importance in molecular structures.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Bonding Practice
Understanding the formation of compounds through all types of bonding.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Chemical Reactions and Enzymes
Learning how to balance chemical equations and the significance of the law of conservation of mass in chemical reactions.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Chemical Reaction Balance
Learning how to balance chemical equations and the significance of the law of conservation of mass in chemical reactions
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Thermal Energy
Exploration of thermal energy, including heat transfer methods and the effect of temperature on matter.
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Chemistry Final Project
Complete a final project that summarizes all chemistry material. 
 Week 13
Lesson 13
Force Introduction
Basic concepts of force, including different types of forces and their effects on objects.
 Week 14
Lesson 14
Force and Interactions
In-depth look at how forces interact, including contact and non-contact forces, and their implications in various scenarios.
 Week 15
Lesson 15
Motion Introduction
Introduction to the concepts of motion, covering speed, velocity, and the basics of kinematics.
 Week 16
Lesson 16
Newton's Laws of Motion
Comprehensive study of Newton's three laws of motion and their applications in everyday life.
 Week 17
Lesson 17
Acceleration
Understanding acceleration, its calculation, and its relationship to forces and motion.
 Week 18
Lesson 18
Momentum
Exploration of momentum, including its calculation, conservation, and significance in collisions.
 Week 19
Lesson 19
Kinetic Energy
Study of kinetic energy, its calculation, and its relationship to mass and velocity.
 Week 20
Lesson 20
 Potential Energy
Understanding potential energy, including gravitational and elastic potential energy, and their practical examples.
 Week 21
Lesson 21
Kinetic and Potential Energy Lab
Complete a hands on lab applying types of energy
 Week 22
Lesson 22
Levers
Introduction to levers, their types, and their mechanical advantage in lifting and moving objects.
 Week 23
Lesson 23
Mechanical Advantage and Range of Motion
Study of mechanical advantage and range of motion, emphasizing their importance in simple machines and human movement.
 Week 24
Lesson 24
Levers in the Human Body
Examination of how levers function within the human body to facilitate movement and apply force.
 Week 25
Lesson 25
Simple Machines Mechanical Advantage Application
Practical application of mechanical advantage in various simple machines, including pulleys, wheels, and axles.
 Week 26
Lesson 26
Magnets
Introduction to magnets, magnetic fields, and their applications in everyday technology.
 Week 27
Lesson 27
Light and Wave Properties
Study of the properties of light and waves, including reflection, refraction, and wave behavior.
 Week 28
Lesson 28
Electricity
Exploration of electricity, covering basic electrical circuits, current, voltage, and resistance.
 Week 29
Lesson 29
Electromagnetic Radiation
Understanding electromagnetic radiation, its spectrum, and its applications in communication and medicine.
 Week 30
Lesson 30
Electric vs Gas Combustion Motors
Comparison of electric motors and gas combustion engines, focusing on their principles, efficiency, and environmental impact.
 Week 31
Lesson 31
Design Your Engine and Car
Hands-on project to design and conceptualize an engine and car, applying knowledge of motor principles.
 Week 32
Lesson 32
Sound Waves
Study of sound waves, their properties, and how they travel through different mediums.
 Week 33
Lesson 33
The Unique Properties of Water
Exploration of the unique properties of water, including its molecular structure and behavior in different states.
 Week 34
Lesson 34
Chemistry Project: Design Your Own Atom
Project-based learning to design and create a model of an atom, applying knowledge of atomic structure.
 Week 35
Lesson 35
Build a Machine for Speed
Practical project to build a machine designed for speed.
 Week 36
Lesson 36
Build a Machine for Force - Catapult Project
Hands-on project to build a machine designed to apply force, such as a catapult, integrating knowledge of mechanics and energy.
 Week 37
Lesson 37
Build a Bridge
Apply principles of levers and force to build a popsicle stick bridge.
 Week 38
Lesson 38
Final Physics Project
Students will apply many of the physics principles into an all encompassing project.