Science – 4th Grade
High School of America's 4th Grade Science (Science-4G) course empowers students to investigate energy transfer, wave properties, Earth's transformative processes, and the complex systems of living things through hands-on inquiry and digital experimentation.
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Course Overview
Designed for inquisitive 9-10 year olds, Science-4G answers pivotal questions about the natural world and electrical systems. Our accredited K–12 program ensures that every student builds a rigorous scientific foundation.
🦠 Biological Structures
Students explore internal and external structures that support survival, growth, and behavior in plants and animals — including light reflection and brain processing.
⚡ Energy & Waves
Mastering how energy relates to motion, how it is transferred during collisions, and understanding the properties of sound and invisible light waves.
🏞️ Earth & Resources
Investigating the processes that shape our planet — from weathering and erosion to landslides — while analyzing renewable and non-renewable energy resources.
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What Your Child Will Learn 🌟
Unit 1: Structure of Living Things
- 1.1 Biological Organization
- 1.2 Organs and Systems
- 1.3 Structure and Function of Living Things
- 1.4 Light Reflection & Vision
- 1.5 Brain Processing of Senses
- 1.6 Plant Responses
Unit 2: Energy Transfer & Transformation
- 2.1 Energy Causes Change
- 2.2 Moving Objects Have Energy
- 2.3 Energy and Speed Are Related
- 2.4 Energy Transfer
- 2.5 Collisions Transfer Energy
- 2.6 Information Transfer
- 2.7 Problem Solving: Thomas A. Edison
Unit 3: Investigating Waves
- 3.1 Wave Properties
- 3.2 Sound, Energy, and Change
- 3.3 Light Waves and Invisible Energy
Unit 4: Processes That Shape Earth
- 4.1 Earth’s Shifting Pieces
- 4.2 Evidence of Earth-Shaping Processes
- 4.3 Weathering & Erosion
- 4.4 Landslides
Unit 5: Natural Resources for Energy
- 5.1 Renewable Resources
- 5.2 Types of Fossil Fuels
- 5.3 Natural Resource Energy Types
- 5.4 Energy Resource Innovations
- 5.5 Natural Disasters
- 5.6 Habitat Destruction
Core Scientific Competencies
Students develop the ability to use maps and models to answer questions about Earth's features and shifting tectonic pieces.
Mastering the relationship between energy and motion, and how energy is transferred from place to place through collisions or electrical paths.
Understanding how complex internal structures support behavioral responses and reproduction in plants and animals.
Why 4th Grade Science Matters
⚡ Foundation for High School Physics
Understanding energy transfer and collision at this stage provides the conceptual framework for complex physics studies in later years.
🌍 Environmental Citizenship
By studying natural resources and habitat destruction, students grow into informed citizens who understand the impact of innovations on our planet.
🧠 Critical Inquiry
Formulating questions about how brain processing or landslides work builds the deep analytical skills required in modern academics.
💡 Pro Tip for Young Scientists
Observe the world around you! Try to find evidence of "Weathering & Erosion" in your local neighborhood. Science is not just in books — it's in the way a sidewalk cracks or how a plant bends toward sunlight (Unit 1.6). Document your findings in our digital lab portal!
Digital Lab & STEM Tools 🧬
Our platform brings science to life with tools designed to simulate real-world phenomena.
💻 Virtual Labs
Safe, interactive simulations for testing energy transfer and wave properties without needing a physical lab setup.
📽️ HD Video Lessons
Micro-learning videos explaining complex topics like tectonic shifts and fossil fuel formation with high-quality 3D animations.
📊 Real-time Assessment
Instant feedback on quizzes and interactive activities to help parents and students track mastery of key NGSS standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this science course NGSS-aligned?
Yes, our 4th Grade Science curriculum is designed around the Next Generation Science Standards to ensure students meet high academic benchmarks for their grade level.
How are experiments handled in an online course?
We use a combination of virtual simulations and suggested safe, home-based inquiry. For example, investigating "Plant Responses" can be done using simple household items while following our digital guided instructions.
Does the enrollment include all four 4th-grade subjects?
You can enroll in our complete 4th-grade hub which includes ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies, or select individual courses to supplement your current homeschooling plan.
Fuel Your Child's Scientific Curiosity
Join an accredited online elementary school that prioritizes STEM literacy and critical thinking. Start your journey into 4th Grade Science today.
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