Watch this short video to learn exactly what you should look for in a homeschool science curriculum for your child (and what to avoid).
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Hey there! I’m so glad you’re here—because the fact that you're even watching this means you care about your child’s education, especially when it comes to science. And let me tell you—that already sets you apart from most parents.
I’m Aurora Lipper. I’m a former NASA scientist, a mechanical engineer, a university faculty member… but most importantly, I’m a mom and a passionate science teacher who’s taught over 10,000 students how to enjoy and do well with homeschool science.
If you want your kids to not just “get through” science, but to actually understand how the world works—and have fun doing it—then you’re in the right place.
Let’s talk about the 5 biggest mistakes I see parents make when choosing a science curriculum—so you can avoid them.
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MISTAKE #1: Choosing a curriculum that’s boring or textbook-heavy.
Let’s be honest—dry, abstract content makes kids zone out. If your child is just reading and memorizing without doing, they’re going to forget most of it in a few weeks.
Fix it: Look for a curriculum built around hands-on experiments and real-world applications. Kids learn by doing, not just reading.
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MISTAKE #2: Picking a program that needs YOU to be the science expert.
As a homeschool parent, you shouldn’t have to spend hours prepping lessons or relearning physics just to teach it.
Fix it: Choose something that’s provides for independent learning and does the heavy lifting for you— If science isn’t your thing, that’s okay – we all have different things we’re good at! So, give your child a curriculum taught by someone who will both teach the academics AND inspire your child to enjoy science.
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MISTAKE #3: Falling for shiny packaging that doesn’t deliver real science.
Just because a program has fun cartoons or video graphics doesn’t mean it’s actually teaching science your kids will remember and understand. Some curriculums provide content to be memorized as “facts” and phrases, and then use multiple choice quizzes based on these “factoids” to show how much your child has quote “learned”. Don’t fall for these – they waste your money while teaching your child very little. And even worse they turn your child off to science when it could become something they really love and thrive doing.
Fix it: Make sure the curriculum was created by someone who’s actually done real science—and tested the experiments. It should be taught by a teacher who knows the material and uses hands-on activities to teach it to your kids.
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MISTAKE #4: Buying expensive kits that you don’t need.
Science shouldn’t be locked behind pricey gear. Most real science can be done with stuff from your kitchen or garage.
Fix it: Look for programs that use everyday materials and encourage creative problem-solving.
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MISTAKE #5: Not defining why you want your kids to learn science.
Without a goal, any curriculum will feel like busywork. Are you teaching science to prep for college? To nurture curiosity? To build critical thinking?
Fix it: Start with your why—and choose a curriculum that supports that vision.
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If any of this sounds familiar, don’t worry. The good news is—there are science programs out there that make it easy, fun, and meaningful for your kids… and for you.
In the next video, I’ll walk you through the two-step process I use to help parents pick the perfect curriculum for their family—without the overwhelm.
So stay tuned… and if you want a free downloadable guide to go along with this video, just click the link below this video.
You’ve got this—and I’m here to help.
See you in the next video!
Ready to Supercharge Your Homeschool?
Curious to see how simple, engaging science and math can transform your homeschool days? Try a free sample of my Supercharged Science curriculum—no strings attached. Just click the link below, and let’s spark some joy and curiosity together.
Thank you for all you do—teaching, guiding, loving. Here’s to your child’s future happiness, and to a homeschool journey filled with wonder, discovery, and just a little less stress.
— Aurora Lipper, Supercharged Science & Math
