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09/22/2025

✨ “I’ve never seen my kids so engaged with science before.”
The Gamble family is loving Science in the Atomic Age by Berean Builders. 💡
Real connections, faith-based perspective, and lessons that click.
Read more about their real life experience with our award wining science curriculum from Dr. Jay L. Wile - https://littlelearnerandmom.com/2025/08/20/chemistrymadeclear/

09/03/2025

Eureka--I've found it!!

This is probably my all-time favorite review of Science in the Beginning:

"Eureka--I've found it!! If you are searching for a fun, easily prepared, multi-level, God-centered science learning adventure then look no further. Dr. Wile takes younger students through a memorable science learning experience following the six days of Creation in his text Science In The Beginning. Some of the great scientific topics coordinating with each day of Creation include Light & Energy, Water & Air, Rocks & Plants, The Sun & Solar System, Fish & Birds, Land Animals & Humans. Each lesson begins with a science experiment using household items that this busy mom of 9 could get her hands on quickly. I loved the joy and excitement that our children (grades 6th, 4th, 3rd, & 1st) displayed whenever I would say, "Time for science." They would run to get their science journals (that contains drawings of experiments and answers to objective questions) and they always looked forward to trying out the experiments. The experiments are awesome! Yes, you get to burn things up and explode things and, well, I don't want to give it all away. The multi-level questions and assignments at the end of the lesson aided me in determining if the lesson objectives were learned and also challenged my oldest with a deeper search for more scientific knowledge. I love the colorful, hardback text, and the Helps & Hints handbook. (I recommend reading the Help and Hints book before each lesson and experiment, as it helps with the success of the experiments and guiding the students to a better understanding of the learning objectives) We were blessed to learn so much about God's world and Creation together in a fun and memorable way. Thank you, Dr. Wile!"
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08/20/2025

"We started using Science in the Scientific Revolution along with Story of the World 3. There are experiments to better understand the discoveries made. It has been awesome. The kids love it, they are actually engaged, and they better understand the scientific process and how new discoveries change the way we see the world."

Thank you to our parents and Dr. Jay L. Wile for shaing your success stories. We absolutely LOVE hearing them.

08/16/2025

When you study Robert Boyle in Science in the Scientific Revolution, you get to make some pretty cool art!
As the person who took this photo wrote, "It was fun to see the amazing moving colours that some food colouring produced in milk when a Q-tip with dishwashing soap was introduced."
Thank you so much for sharing, @ Dr. Jay L. Wile

07/27/2025

Another example of our homeschool science experiments in action! 🔥🔥🔥

This is a cool (well, hot) experiment from Science in the Industrial age. As the two matches burn, the match that is leaning actually moves. The chemical energy in the oxygen and matches is being converted into radiant energy (light), heat, and mechanical energy (the motion of the leaning match).

Thanks to In a Class of Our Own for the great pictures!

07/21/2025

We LOVE seeing our science experiments in real life homeschools! Thanks to Dr. Jay L. Wile for sharing this...
"Hard to believe it balances, but it does! This is a student doing an experiment from Science in the Industrial Age, and based on the face, I think the result is a hit!"

07/14/2025

You may already know that each student has a way that they learn best, or their own "learning style".

But did you know that at Berean Builders, we have taken this concept to heart as we’ve created our curriculum?

Learn more about how our curriculum meets kids right where they are and caters to their individual learning styles and needs!

https://bereanbuilders.com/ecomm/homeschool-science-for-every-learning-style

07/07/2025

☁️💨 Science Fun Fact of the Week! 💨☁️

Would you believe that a typical cumulus cloud weighs over a million pounds? 😲 That’s right—an average fluffy white cloud can tip the scales at around 1.1 million pounds!

🌦 But why don’t clouds fall?
Even though they’re packed with tiny water droplets and ice crystals, these particles are so small and spread out that clouds remain less dense than the air around them, allowing them to float gracefully across the sky.

☁️ Cloud weight depends on type!

Cumulus clouds (big, puffy ones) weigh much more than thin, wispy cirrus clouds.

A 1-cubic-kilometer cumulus cloud contains enough water to reach that million-pound estimate!

Next time you look up at the sky, remember—you’re seeing millions of pounds of water just hanging in the air! 🌤️

🔗 Want more mind-blowing science? Check out the link in our profile!

07/06/2025

Take a look at this experiment from our Physics Course from none other than the author himself - Dr. Jay L. Wile 😀

A changing magnetic field through a conductive loop will produce a current, and that current's magnetic field opposes the changing magnetic field that produc...

07/01/2025

✨ Why do fireflies glow—and what do glow sticks have to do with it?
Let’s light up your homeschool science with an experiment that connects God’s tiny, glowing creatures to real-world chemistry in a fun, hands-on way! 🐞💡

This activity explores chemiluminescence (in glow sticks) and bioluminescence (in fireflies)—two fascinating chemical reactions that produce light!

Materials:

2+ glow sticks (various colors if you like!)

Clear cups or bowls

Hot water & ice water

Tongs or gloves (for safety)

Optional: flashlight for extra nighttime fun!

Instructions:

Snap your glow sticks to activate the light-producing chemical reaction.

Place one in hot water and one in ice water.

Watch what happens! 🔥❄️

In hot water, the glow is brighter but fades faster.

In ice water, the glow is dim but lasts much longer.

🔬 What’s Happening?
Glow sticks use a process called chemiluminescence, where light is produced through a chemical reaction—no heat or flame required. The temperature affects the reaction speed, which is why hot water speeds things up and cold slows it down.

Fireflies, on the other hand, glow using bioluminescence, a natural chemical process involving:
✨ Luciferin (a light-emitting molecule)
✨ Luciferase (an enzyme)
✨ Oxygen and ATP (cell energy)

Although their chemistry is different, both glow sticks and fireflies show us how light from chemical reactions can be influenced by temperature. 🌡️ And unlike man-made glow sticks, fireflies produce light with amazing efficiency—without heat—showing off God's incredible design!

🌟 Want more science rooted in wonder? Our science courses include hands-on experiments to bring learning to life!

06/28/2025

🎓🔬 Thinking About AP Science for Your Homeschooler?
High school science can feel intimidating for homeschool parents—but it doesn't have to be! At Berean Builders, we make advanced science accessible, engaging, and college-prep ready through our online honors courses in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. 📚💡

Here’s why it matters 👇
✅ College-Level Rigor – Honors courses mirror the depth and challenge of AP classes
✅ Boost College Applications – Stand out with rigorous coursework on transcripts
✅ AP Exam Prep – Our honors classes lay the foundation for AP self-study success
✅ Earn Potential College Credit – Save time & tuition with strong AP exam scores
✅ Flexible & Faith-Based – Learn from expert teachers online, from anywhere
✅ STEM Exploration – Dive deep into science and discover your student’s passion

💬 “Talk about college prep—my student is learning physics LIVE from Dr. Wile!”

🧪 Hands-on labs, college-level topics, and structured learning—without sacrificing your homeschool flexibility. These courses are ideal for students aiming for STEM fields or looking to demonstrate academic excellence.

📲 Ready to level up high school science?
Check out our online honors courses and set your student on a path to future success.

06/23/2025

🍃 Hidden Colors in God’s Creation? Let’s Find Them! 🌈
Summer is the perfect time to explore the amazing design of nature—and today, we’re uncovering the secret colors inside leaves! 🌿

This leaf chromatography experiment is simple, fascinating, and totally hands-on:

Materials:
A handful of fresh green leaves 🌿
Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl)
Clear glass or jar
Spoon
Coffee filter
Small bowl
Tape or pencil

Steps:

1. Tear up the leaves into small pieces and place them in a bowl or jar.
2. Add rubbing alcohol just enough to cover the leaves.
3. Use a spoon to mash the leaves, helping them release their pigments into the alcohol.
4. Let the mixture sit for about 30–60 minutes, stirring occasionally. You should see the liquid start to turn green.
5. Cut a strip of coffee filter and tape one end to a pencil so it can hang down into the jar.
6. Place the strip so that the bottom just touches the green liquid—don’t let it submerge completely!

Wait and watch! 🌟 Over the next 1–2 hours, the pigments will begin to separate and rise, revealing hidden yellows, light greens, and maybe even reds or purples!

🧬 This experiment shows how chlorophyll (the green pigment) is just one part of a leaf’s makeup—God’s design includes many pigments that help absorb sunlight for photosynthesis. Each one has a special purpose!

📸 Tag us if you try this! We’d love to see the colors you uncover. 💚