Facebook has an Apologia group. A mom was asking the group whether or not her 7th grader is ready for Physical Science. I’ve taught many, many kids. The answer is, It depends on the child. When I taught in prep schools, the 7th grade Life Science class was Biology stripped of Biochemistry. A few bright twelve year olds can handle Biology. Some eighth graders can tackle Biology. I had an eighth grader this past year; she handled most topics well. DNA transcription and translation, along with Biochemistry were tough. She made revisions until finally, she understood the material. Ninth or tenth grade is when most teens are ready for Biology. If your child has a learning difference, wait even later or plan to take Biology twice. Biology requires so much vocabulary! Is your child ready? Is she a good reader? Does he like a challenge? Does she complain that Physical Science seems too easy? Is he diligent? You know your child best. Decide whether Biology is a worthwhile challenge based on your teen’s strengths.
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