• Are the exams open book?

  The Gilkersons did not design the course to have open-book tests. The overall expectation is that it is taken as a traditional exam. However, the ultimate decision would be up to the parents since they are in charge of the student's grades and know their expectations for their student and the course.Few readers

• Is Earth Science Explored from a Young Earth or Old Earth perspective?

  We do address the various theories behind the age of the earth. We won't be able to unravel the complexities of each viewpoint, but will primarily be focused on the things we actually observe.  We know there are Christian scientists in both old earth and young earth camps who disagree passionately on this topic. While we do not give students the answer to this question, we give them the framework to begin to understand the differences and think critically about each position—and we encourage pFew readers

• Can we use a different textbook for Earth Science Explored?

  We provide a recommended reading list from the textbooks Novare Earth Science or BJU Press Earth Science. You may substitute another textbook or skip textbook reading altogether, but we believe either of these textbooks does a wonderful job reinforcing the concepts we cover in the lecture. Novare Earth Science is written from an Old Earth perspective, while BJU Press is written from a Young Earth perspective. *Please note - for BJU Press Earth Science, either the 4th or 5th edition will work.Few readers

• What lab supplies do I need for Earth Science?

  For Earth Science Explored (Level A) check out this link to see what lab supplies are needed. Very few specialty lab supplies are needed for our elementary level course, but the few that are we’ve linked to a specialty lab supply store so you can easily grab those. For Earth Science Explored (Level B) [check out this link](https://journeyhomeschoolacademy.com/earth-science-explored-lab-activity-sFew readers