Take a captivating journey through God's chemical world. Chemistry 101 provides a complete overview of chemistry from a biblical perspective, designed to engage students and the whole family. Hosted by Wes Olson, a veteran filmmaker and homeschooling father, this video-based course explores the history of chemistry, the periodic table of the elements, and the essentials of modern chemical science, all presented through the lens of God's design.
Chemistry Made Interesting and Fun
Chemistry can seem intimidating or dry, but Chemistry 101 makes it exciting, easy to understand, and visually rich. Designed for students ages 15 and up, every word, graphic, and image has been carefully selected to be appropriate for the entire family.
Through thousands of visuals, animations, and real-world examples, students not only learn the fundamentals of chemistry but also see the wonder of God’s handiwork in every lesson.
The included printable Guidebook allows students to easily review the material covered in each video segment, with multiple-choice quizzes, discussion questions, illustrations, and fun facts to reinforce learning.
Now Available on Streaming
Chemistry 101 is available for instant access online, with the same great content as our DVD version! Wes Olson delves into the fascinating world of chemistry covering everything from the basics of matter and the periodic table of elements to chemical reactions and the properties of different substances. It is full of accurate and captivating information supported by hundreds of visually stunning graphics.
Discover the secrets of God's chemical world today!
Course Contents
Part 1 - The Road to the Periodic Table
1. Introduction and The Last Alchemist (35 minutes)
2. Birth of Modern Chemistry (30 minutes)
3. The Bold Russian (35 minutes)
4. Lots of Mystery Rays (45 minutes)
5. The Likable Rutherford (30 minutes)
6. The Periodic Table at Last (20 minutes)
7. The Periodic Table Main Group (45 minutes)
8. The Periodic Table Quantum Mechanics (40 minutes)
Part 2 - Chemistry Essentials
9. Neutrons, Isotopes, and Ions (40 minutes)
10. Compounds and Molecules Part 1 (20 minutes)
11. Compounds and Molecules Part 2 (35 minutes)
12. Balancing Equations (30 minutes)
13. Essentials Wrap-up (35 minutes)
Part 3 - Meet the Elements
14. The Four Main Columns (30 minutes)
15. Non-Metals and Poor Metals (30 minutes)
16. Transition Metals (40 minutes)
17. Rare Earth and Radioactive Metals (40 minutes)
Part 4 - The Future
18. The Future of Chemistry Part 1 (30 minutes)
19. The Future of Chemistry Part 2 (40 minutes)
What's Included
Over 8 hours of video instruction
Nineteen video segments, 20 to 45 minutes each
Printable 158-page Guidebook with Quizzes and Course Accreditation Program (PDF included)
Thirty hours of optional labs for hands-on learning
Complete High School Credit Scheduling Guides
Guidebook with Quizzes & Accreditation Program
Chemistry 101 includes a printable 158-page Guidebook. This companion resource provides an overview of the material covered in each video segment, along with multiple-choice quizzes, discussion questions, illustrations, fun facts, graphs, and screenshots from the film. It is designed to be easy to follow, making it a tool students will enjoy returning to throughout the course.
Inside the Guidebook, students will find summaries of each section, review questions, a printable course schedule to guide weekly learning, detailed lab assignments with instructions, estimated completion times, materials lists, and complete accreditation guidelines to help fulfill a full year of high school chemistry study.
Labs are practical, engaging, and designed to strengthen understanding through real-world experiences. A spiral-bound printed version of the Guidebook is also available separately for easier daily use.
Your Complete High School Chemistry Course
For many homeschooling families, Chemistry 101 serves as a complete high school chemistry course. Others may use it as a strong foundation before diving deeper into textbook study. Whichever approach you choose, students will find the course captivating, understandable, and firmly rooted in a biblical framework.
Not Homeschooling?
Chemistry 101 is equally valuable for students in public or private schools. It provides a clear Christian context for interpreting science education, helping students see the world through the lens of God’s Word. Teachers will also find it a valuable supplement to enrich classroom learning.
Access to the streaming version of the 101 series is granted for three years from the date of purchase. If you need access beyond that date, please contact us and we'll be happy to help.
