Discovering ph levels of Leaf Pigmentation in Biology I
In my son’s ninth grade biology lab, today, he performed an oft repeated process for different science classes with Dr. Jay Wile…boiling red cabbage leaves.
18th Century Virginia Musings
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Discoveries in lenses, remodels, and sewing threads
For the objective to make a slide with threads, he chose two spools from my sewing kit, red and purple.
Wow! So that’s what they look like up close!
Warning: Dissections Galore Ahead for Biology I
Since my sister-in-law is a veternarian who works with dogs and cats, she was a terrific guide to help my kids with theirBiology I dissections.
Becoming a Science Whiz with Dr. Jay Wile
My son answers Dr. Wile’s challenging Question of the Week, receiving feedback and encouragement, with potential for prizes. He’s gotten 3 right in a row.
The Incredible, Inflatable, Deflatable Egg in Biology I
My daughter did a fascinating experiment about osmosis, using an egg, vinegar, karo corn syrup, and distilled water in her Biology I science study.
The Mystery of Alchemy Revealed in General Science
During the Dark Ages, alchemists enjoyed playing with various chemicals that created strange effects, but they had no idea what was happening or why.
Microorganisms in Ponds and Streams – Biology I
When a tropical storm descended upon us, my son agonized that the massive amount of rain had surely flooded the stream, diluting the microorganisms.
Chasing Static Electricity with Balloons in Physical Science
Chasing balloons to no avail was another of my daughter’s fun physical science labs from Dr. Jay Wile’s science series. Her younger brother can’t wait to start.
Egg-ceptionally Smashing Velocity in Physical Science
After studying General Science with Dr. Wile last year, my daughter anticipated the fun experiments in Wyle’s physical science course. So was my younger son!
Assessing Dr. Jay Wile’s General Science Course
Our first year with Dr. Jay Wile’s science series proved amazing, even for my daughter who struggles a bit with making connections.…
