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Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science and social studies.

Sixth grade students are immersed in the scientific process. Sixth graders learn about the properties of matter, characteristics of plants, energy, force and motion, and electricity and magnetism.  These units will cover such subjects as collecting and displaying data, different states of matter, stimulus and response in plants, six forms of energy, electricity from magnetism, and phases of the moon.  See the sixth grade science curriculum for more information.

In social studies, sixth grade students continue the study of ancient civilizations, this time covering India, China, Rome and Islam in history. In geography, Africa and westward migration in the US are studied. Students will also begin state studies of their own states. Individual lessons cover such things as contributions of India, the Han dynasty, Origins of Christianity, the Arabian Peninsula, West African civilization, Settler and Native American wars, Growth of American Cities, The Spanish-American War, and Presidential Elections.  See the sixth grade social studies curriculum for more information.

There are 73 lessons in the Time4Learning sixth grade science curriculum, and 110 in the social studies curriculum.  The Time4Learning program combines illustration, animation, real pictures, audio, text, video and embedded simulations in multimedia online lessons and activities.  It also combines math and writing skills in cross-curricular activities that are completed both on and offline.

To find out more about the Sixth Grade science or social studies program at Time4Learning, try out one of the demo lessons, ask a question in our parents forum, or even view the entire Sixth Grade Scope and Sequence. Sign up today to let your Sixth Grader experience the fun and learning encompassed in the Time4Learning Sixth Grade Science and Social Studies Program.

See the sixth grade social studies curriculum for more information.

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Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science and social studies.

Electricity, light and organisms are introduced in the fifth grade science curriculum, while studies continue in scientific investigation, classification of living things and lifecycles and reproduction. Weather is looked at indepth in the fifth grade science lessons as well.  These units will cover subjects such as: Timeline of Scientific Events, the Periodic Table, Structure of Circuits, Reflections and Refractions of Light, Life Cycle of a Plant, and Meteorology. Complete details are in the fifth grade lesson plans.

Early civilizations ranging from the Olmecs to the Phoenicians are the focus of fifth grade history, along with 19th century United States history, including the events leading up to the Civil War, the war itself, and post-war reconstruction. Economics, US and world geography, and government systems round out the fifth grade social studies curriculum. Individual lessons cover such things as: Phoenician Civilization, The Golden Age of China, Greek Civilization, Lewis & Clark Expedition, and Time Zones Around the World.  Complete details are in fifth grade social studies lesson plans.

There are 143 lessons in the Time4Learning fifth grade science curriculum, and 286 in the social studies curriculum.  The Time4Learning program combines illustration, animation, real pictures, audio, text, video and embedded simulations in multimedia online lessons and activities.  It also combines math and writing skills in cross-curricular activities that are completed both on and offline.

To find out more about the Fifth Grade science or social studies program at Time4Learning, try out one of the demo lessons, ask a question in our parents forum, or even view the entire Fifth Grade Scope and Sequence. Sign up today to let your Fifth Grader experience the fun and learning encompassed in the Time4Learning Fifth Grade Science and Social Studies Program

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Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science and social studies

In the fourth grade science lessons, scientific investigation skills are further developed, along with changes in matter and energy. Science lessons introduce sound and the solar system, while work on living things continues.  These units will cover subjects such as: simple experiments, heat as energy, sounds of music, composition of rocks, naming of planets, body systems, and recycling. Complete details are in the fourth grade science lesson plans.

In fourth grade, ancient civilizations, the Incas, Mayas and Aztecs and the American Revolutionary war period are studied in the social studies curriculum. Geography lesson focus on land formations and how people interact with their physical environment. United States civics are introduced. Individual lessons cover subjects such as: Egyptian culture, Mayan science, the causes of the French and Indian war, longitude and latitude, the constitution, and the role of economics in today’s society. Complete details are in the fourth grade social studies lesson plans.

There are 115 science lessons and 137 social studies lessons included in the curriculum for fourth grade at Time4Learning. The Time4Learning program combines illustration, animation, real pictures, audio, text, video and embedded simulations in multimedia online lessons and activities.  It also combines math and writing skills in cross-curricular activities that are completed both on and offline.

To find out more about the Fourth Grade science or social studies program at Time4Learning, try out one of the demo lessons, ask a question in our parents forum, or even view the entire Fourth Grade Scope and Sequence. Sign up today to let your Fourth Grader experience the fun and learning encompassed in the Time4Learning Fourth Grade Science and Social Studies Program.

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Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science and social studies.

In the third grade science lessons, students will demonstrate an understanding of the process of scientific investigation, will explore the nature of matter, study the ins and outs of energy, force, and motion, delve into earth science, and find out how living organisms interact with their environment. Learn more about third grade science lesson plans.

Map skills are enhanced in third grade social studies and geographic terms are introduced. Students also study Alaska Inuits, Vikings, exploration of the Americas and colonization of North America. They will also begin to explore the concept of economics. Read about all the third grade social studies lesson plans here.

There are 134 science lessons and 107 social studies lessons included in the curriculum for third grade at Time4Learning. The Time4Learning program combines illustration, animation, real pictures, audio, text, video and embedded simulations in multimedia online lessons and activities.  It also combines math and writing skills in cross-curricular activities that are completed both on and offline.

Using a combination of interactive lessons, offline worksheets, and assessments, Time4Learning Third Grade Science and Social Studies curriculum correlates to all state standards and benchmarks.

To find out more about the Third Grade science or social studies program at Time4Learning, try out one of the demo lessons, ask a question in our parents forum, or even view the entire Third Grade Scope and Sequence. Sign up today to let your Third Grader experience the fun and learning encompassed in the Time4Learning Third Grade Science and Social Studies Program.

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Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science and social studies.

In the second grade science lessons, life science is explored through patterns in nature. Physcial science is introduced with lessons on force and motion and earth science is continued from first grade. Learn more about second grade science lesson plans.

In the second grade social studies lessons, students learn about human’s basic needs and are introduced to map reading and historical and cultural holidays. The learner will compare and contrast the locations of people, places and environments and will understand the symbols, icons, buildings, celebrations and holidays that represent American beliefs and principles and contribute to our national identity. Second graders will also learn about the importance of jobs and the value of work.  Learn more about second grade social studies lesson plans.

There are 28 lessons in the science and social studies curriculum for second grade at Time4Learning. The Time4Learning program combines illustration, animation, real pictures, audio, text, video and embedded simulations in multimedia online lessons and activities.  It also combines math and writing skills in cross-curricular activities that are completed both on and offline.

Using a combination of interactive lessons, offline worksheets, and assessments, Time4Learning Second Grade Science and Social Studies curriculum correlates to all state standards and benchmarks.

To find out more about the Second Grade science or social studies program at Time4Learning, try out one of the demo lessons, ask a question in our parents forum, or even view the entire Second Grade Scope and Sequence. Sign up today to let your Second Grader experience the fun and learning encompassed in the Time4Learning First Grade Science and Social Studies Program.

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Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science.

In the first grade science curriculum, students distinguish between living and non-living things, are introduced to earth science, and learn about some of the people who have contributed to the field of science.

The Time4Learning program combines illustration, animation, real pictures, audio, text, video and embedded simulations in multimedia online lessons and activities.  It also combines math and writing skills in cross-curricular activities that are completed both on and offline.

In first grade, science themes and concepts are integrated within the language arts curriculum, giving students the opportunity to enjoy cross-curricular study. Units will use first grade science vocabulary to teach thematic units such as; biomes, weather, planets, constellations, pollution, oceans, marine animals, mammals, and plants. First graders also have the advantage of learning science through the science program itself which focuses on three major units of study: Living and NonLiving Things, Earth Science, and Contributions to Science.

Students will learn how to distinguish between living and nonliving things by exploring habitats, basic needs, features, and life cycles. Students will, through learning science vocabulary, focus on the classification of animals into scientific categories, with a feature on amphibians. First Grade Science vocabulary used in Earth Science will use graphic organizers to show weather patterns and to identify seasons. Thunderstorms and the Water Cycle will be highlighted through 1st grade vocabulary lists, vocabulary worksheets and interactive activities. As a bonus, Jane Goodall is featured as a contributor to science, allowing children to explore her experience working with chimpanzees in Africa. Try one of our science sample lessons.

Using a combination of interactive lessons, offline worksheets, and assessments, Time4Learning First Grade Science curriculum correlates to all state standards and benchmarks.

To find out more about the First Grade science program at Time4Learning, try out one of the demo lessons, ask a question in our parents forum, or even view the entire First Grade Science scope and sequence. Sign up today to let your First Grader experience the fun and learning encompassed in the Time4Learning First Grade Science Program.

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The Time4Learning homeschool curriculum is a comprehensive program covering the core subjects of language arts, math, science, and social studies.  I thought it might be fun to look a little closer at two of the T4L subjects today, and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what makes learning science and social studies with Time4Learning so much fun.

Social Studies

Students who are signed up with Time4Learning will enjoy studying history, geography, and civics in second through seventh grades.  Here are some of the subjects covered by grade level:

• Second Grade – Wants vs Needs, Location, National Symbols, Jobs and Careers
• Third Grade – Early Americans, US Geography, Economics, Citizenship, Timelines
• Fourth Grade – Ancient Civilization, US Revolution, World Geography, Civics, Economics, Current Events
• Fifth Grade – Ancient History, Early American History, US and World Geography, Political Science, Great Inventors
• Sixth Grade – Early Civilizations, 19th and 20th century US History, State History, Maps and Globes, US Politics
• Seventh Grade – US History from the Age of Exploration through current times

The social studies curriculum is broken down into learning units, or chapters, each with its own learning activities, quizzes, and tests.  As with all the other subjects in Time4Learning, the material is presented in an online, interactive format, and much of it is aligned to state and national standards.

Science

Time4Learning presents a logical and sequential approach to teaching science in  first through sixth grades.  Grade levels are very flexible, however, so that students in any grade, K-8 can easily access the science lessons.  Here are just some of the subjects covered by grade level:

• First Grade – Living and Nonliving Things, Earth Science, Scientific Contributions
• Second Grade – Patterns in Nature, Force and Motion, Earth and Space
• Third Grade – Scientific Investigation, Nature of Matter, Ecology, Light and Sound, Astronomy
• Fourth Grade – Scientific Investigation, Matter and Energy, Sound, the Solar System, Living Things
• Fifth Grade – Changes in Matter, Electricity, Light, Life Cycle and Reproduction
• Sixth Grade – Scientific Process, Properties of Matter, Plants, Energy, Force, and Motion

Just as with social studies, the Time4Learning science curriculum is broken down into learning units composed of activities, quizzes, and tests.  The online learning materials take advantage of today’s technology. It’s a convenient, interactive homeschool resource for studying elementary and middle school earth science, life science and physical science.

If you would like to see demos of the social studies or science lessons, or any of the other subjects in Time4Learning click here. Children like using the computer to learn. Time4Learning’s homeschool curricula engages and challenges your children, letting them work at their own pace.

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