Middle School Science: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in depth learning
This course provides an engaging in depth learning to the three core areas of science - Physics, Chemistry, and Biology - designed for middle school students. Through real-world examples, and interactive lessons, students will build a strong foundation in scientific thinking and concepts.
Physics: Explore the basics of motion, force, energy. Students will learn how objects move, how forces interact, and how energy is transferred in everyday situations.
Chemistry: Discover the building blocks of matter, including atoms, molecules, and chemical reactions. Students will investigate the properties of solids, liquids, and gases, and learn how substances change and interact.
Biology: Dive into the study of living things, from cells and microorganisms. Students will understand how life functions, grows, and adapts to the environment.
By the end of the course, students will develop critical thinking skills, a deeper appreciation for the natural world, and a solid preparation for high school science.
Teacher Bio: Neha Gupta – Science and Mathematics Educator
Neha Gupta is a dedicated Science and Mathematics educator with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering. She is passionate about helping students build strong foundations in STEM subjects by making academic concepts clear, engaging, and connected to real-world applications.
During her four years of engineering studies, Neha taught Chemistry and Biology to 9th and 10th-grade students in India, gaining valuable classroom experience and a deep appreciation for nurturing young minds.
Prior to relocating to the U.S., Neha worked in the field of patent research, where she evaluated scientific inventions. This experience enhances her classroom instruction by allowing her to introduce students to the real-world relevance of science and innovation.
She has been teaching middle school Science and Math through a blend of in-person and online sessions. Her teaching style emphasizes simplicity, curiosity, and practical understanding, ensuring that students grasp even complex topics with confidence.
Her goal is to inspire students to think critically, enjoy learning, and explore the world through a scientific lens.
Science for Middle School - Saturday (Online only)
Teacher: Neha Gupta
Sept 2025 - May 2026: Saturday 12 - 1:30 pm ET
Schedule: The full course includes 33 classes, each lasting 90 minutes, and 14 tests
Sept: 6, 13, 20, 27
Oct: 4, 11, 18, 25
Nov: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Dec: 6, 13, 20, 27
Jan: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Feb: 7, 14, 21, 28
Mar: 7, 14, 21, 28
Apr: 4, 11, 18, 25
May: 2, 9
No classes on 11/29, 12/20, 12/27. Fee is calculated based on 33 scheduled classes and there is no charge for holidays.
Fees: Pick any option below:
Full prepay: $693 ($21 for each 90 minute class - Avg to $14/hour)
Pay as you go: $31.50/class
Fee is calculated based on 33 scheduled classes and there is no charge for holidays.
Interested in Asynchronous participation?
Instead of attending live classes, you'll watch the sessions recording during the same week. You’ll receive the same homework and materials, and take part in all the tests just like our regular students.
Fee for asynchronous students: $330 (Avg to $10/class)
Lesson Plan:
Class 1:
In our first class, we explore the fundamental concepts of rest and motion. Students will learn to distinguish between uniform motion, where an object moves at a constant speed, and non-uniform motion, where the speed varies. We will discuss how to describe an object’s position, and the differences between distance and displacement. The concepts of instantaneous speed and velocity versus average speed and velocity will be introduced through examples and comparisons.
Class 2:
This class delves into the concepts of acceleration and deceleration—understanding how velocity changes over time. We will solve numerical problems to strengthen these ideas. Students will be introduced to position-time and velocity-time graphs to visualize motion. We will also learn how to interpret these graphs to extract information such as distance traveled, displacement, and velocity changes.
Class 3:
We focus on the equations of motion under constant acceleration. Students will derive the three key equations and apply them to solve real-world physics problems, such as calculating how far a car travels before stopping or how long it takes a falling object to reach the ground.
Class 4:
This session introduces the concepts of force and equilibrium. We will explore Newton’s three laws of motion through demonstrations and examples. Students will understand how friction plays a role in resisting motion and how momentum is defined and conserved in collisions.
Class 5:
We will study Newton’s Law of Gravitation and how it describes the attractive force between objects. Students will calculate gravitational force and understand how acceleration due to gravity affects motion near Earth’s surface. The difference between mass and weight will be clarified, and we’ll introduce the concept of free fall.
Class 6:
Energy takes center stage as we learn about kinetic energy (due to motion) and potential energy (due to position). We will explore how energy is conserved in a system and how it can change from one form to another, using simple experiments to visualize these transformations.
Class 7:
This class introduces the concepts of work and power. We will learn how to calculate the amount of work done when a force moves an object and how power measures the rate of doing work. Students will also begin exploring simple machines, starting with levers and pulleys.
Class 8:
Continuing our study of simple machines, we will examine inclined planes, wheel and axle systems, screws, and wedges. We’ll discuss how each of these machines helps reduce the effort required to perform a task by providing mechanical advantage.
Class 9:
We begin our study of matter by examining its particulate nature and the phases it can exist in—solid, liquid, and gas. Students will explore the differences between physical and chemical properties, and identify changes that alter a substance's appearance versus its composition.
Class 10:
In this session, we explore how matter behaves under different conditions. We’ll learn about gas pressure, surface tension, and viscosity. Students will also understand how substances are classified based on their chemical properties into elements, compounds, and mixtures.
Class 11:
Students are introduced to solutions and mixtures in more detail. We will study types of solutions, how concentration is measured, and factors affecting solubility. The concept of alloys—mixtures of metals—and their practical uses will also be covered.
Class 12:
This class presents the historical development of atomic theory. We start with Dalton’s atomic theory, then move to Thomson’s discovery of the electron, Rutherford’s nuclear model, and finally Bohr’s model, which introduced electron energy levels.
Class 13:
We look inside the atom to examine its structure. Students will learn about protons, neutrons, and electrons, and how they determine atomic number, mass number, and atomic mass. We’ll also explore isotopes and the basics of electronic configuration.
Class 14:
This session introduces the modern periodic table. Students will understand how elements are arranged in periods and groups, and how their positions reflect properties. We will compare and contrast metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.
Class 15:
We dive into the periodic families of elements. Students will explore the characteristics and trends of hydrogen, alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, transition metals, chalcogens, halogens, and noble gases, learning where they appear and why they matter.
Class 16:
We turn our focus to biology and the scientific process. Students will learn how to apply the scientific method, interpret data from graphs, and classify living organisms using dichotomous keys and standard systems of biological classification.
Class 17:
This class covers the discovery of cells, beginning with the invention of the microscope. We’ll examine the development of cell theory and introduce prokaryotic cells, especially bacterial cell structure, size, and shape.
Class 18:
We shift to eukaryotic cells, focusing on their internal structures. Students will study the functions of major organelles, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and more.
Class 19:
This session focuses on the plasma membrane and how substances move across it through processes such as diffusion, osmosis, and active transport. We will also compare plant and animal cells, noting their key differences.
Class 20:
Students will learn about cellular processes essential to life. We will introduce cellular respiration—how cells convert glucose into energy—and photosynthesis—how plants convert light into chemical energy.
Class 21:
We explore cell division and reproduction. Students will learn what chromosomes and chromatids are and how they relate to genetic material. We’ll cover the basic steps of mitosis and the significance of cell reproduction.
Class 22:
This class focuses on animal tissues. Students will learn to identify and describe the four major tissue types: epithelial (covering surfaces), connective (support and structure), muscle (movement), and nervous tissue (communication).
Class 23:
We begin our study of chemical bonding. Students will understand how atoms form bonds—either by transferring electrons in ionic bonds or sharing them in covalent bonds. We will also explore how to identify bond types using the periodic table.
Class 24:
This session covers the rules for naming chemical compounds. Students will learn how to name both ionic and covalent compounds, practice writing formulas, and decode names into chemical symbols and charges.
Class 25:
We examine different types of chemical reactions including combination, decomposition, and single displacement. Students will learn about exothermic (energy-releasing) and endothermic (energy-absorbing) reactions and review the reactivity series.
Class 26:
Students will learn how to write and balance chemical equations from word problems. We will emphasize the Law of Conservation of Mass and its importance in making sure that chemical equations are balanced correctly.
Class 27:
This session introduces the concept of waves. Students will study the different types of waves—mechanical and electromagnetic—and learn about wave properties such as amplitude, frequency, time period, and wavelength.
Class 28:
We focus on sound waves—their nature, how they travel, and how their speed varies in different materials. Students will learn about loudness, pitch, and frequency, and we will introduce the Doppler Effect and its applications.
Class 29:
We begin our unit on genetics by studying the structure of DNA. Students will learn about its double helix shape, Chargaff’s rule for base pairing, and why DNA is vital for inheritance and protein production.
Class 30:
This class explores protein synthesis. Students will understand the processes of transcription and translation, and learn about the roles of ribosomes, mRNA, and tRNA in building proteins from genetic instructions.
Class 31:
Students are introduced to basic principles of genetics, including the difference between genes and alleles, dominant and recessive traits, and genotype versus phenotype. We will practice using Punnett squares to predict inherited traits.
Class 32:
We continue with Mendelian genetics by exploring Mendel’s famous experiments with pea plants. Students will learn the difference between homozygous and heterozygous traits, the difference between inherited and acquired traits, and get an introduction to mutations.
Class 33:
In the final class, students will be introduced to the human body systems. We will briefly examine the structure and functions of systems such as the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, and muscular systems, setting the stage for more detailed studies in the future.
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