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, 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.
Chemistry 101 - Video Segments
The Road to the Periodic Table
Introduction and The Last Alchemist (35 minutes)
Birth of Modern Chemistry (30 minutes)
The Bold Russian (35 minutes)
Lots of Mystery Rays (45 minutes)
Understanding the Table
The Likable Rutherford (30 minutes)
The Periodic Table at Last (20 minutes)
The Periodic Table Main Group (45 minutes)
The Periodic Table Quantum Mechanics (40 minutes)
Chemistry Essentials
Neutrons, Isotopes, and Ions (40 minutes)
Compounds and Molecules Part 1 (20 minutes)
Compounds and Molecules Part 2 (35 minutes)
Balancing Equations (30 minutes)
Essentials Wrap-up (35 minutes)
Meet the Elements
The Four Main Columns (30 minutes)
Non-Metals and Poor Metals (30 minutes)
Transition Metals (40 minutes)
Rare Earth and Radioactive Metals (40 minutes)
The Future of Chemistry Part 1 (30 minutes)
The Future of Chemistry Part 2 (40 minutes)
Guidebook with Quizzes & Accreditation Program
The Chemistry 101 Guidebook is a 145-page resource that provides an overview of the material covered in each video segment.
Students will find summaries of each lesson, review questions, a printable course schedule, detailed lab assignments.
The Accreditation Program offers clear instructions on which film segments to watch, labs to complete, field trips to plan, reports to write, with other assignments, providing everything needed to turn the course into a full, one-credit high school curriculum. With step-by-step guidance, this guide removes the guesswork from planning and teaching.
Whether you're using the films for an overview or expanding the curriculum into a full-credit course, this Guidebook with Quizzes & Accreditation Program makes the process straightforward and enjoyable, helping you get the most out of the material.
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.
